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Champagne et Caviar

Jacques Higelin · 1979

38 min · 10 tracks · blues · chanson

A vibrant fusion of rock, chanson, and pop that reflects the spirit of late 70s France.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • short, engaging tracks
  • varied pacing and moods
  • thoughtful lyrical reflections

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Champagne et Caviar' was released in 1979, Jacques Higelin had established himself as a prominent figure in the French music scene following his breakthrough album 'Bachelot' in 1977. This record marked a transitional phase where he embraced more eclectic influences, blending styles while further developing his theatrical performance persona.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Mama Nouvelle Orléans 4:39
  • 2 Trois tonnes de T.N.T. 2:36
  • 3 Ci‐gît une star 4:10
  • 4 Avec la rage en d’dans 3:17
  • 5 Je ne peux plus dire je t’aime 4:30
  • 6 Beau, beau ou laid 3:35
  • 7 Entre deux gares 2:26
  • 8 Le Fil à la patte du caméléon 4:30
  • 9 Rappelle‐moi 4:20
  • 10 On a Rainy Sunday Afternoon 4:38

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