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Charlebois

Robert Charlebois · 1974

41 min · 12 tracks · folk rock

A vibrant fusion of folk rock and chanson, blending poetic lyrics with playful melodies.

Why this album works

This album is significant for its role in popularizing Québécois cultural identity through music during the 1970s. It received critical acclaim and contributed to Charlebois's reputation as one of Canada's most influential singer-songwriters, helping to establish the folk rock genre in French Canada.
Best for
playful melodies for carefree moments steady pacing for relaxed enjoyment poetic lyrics spark thoughtful reflection
Context
Released in 1974, 'Charlebois' was Robert Charlebois's fifth studio album, solidifying his position as a cornerstone of Quebec's music scene. This album followed his breakthrough success with 'L'Osstidcho' in 1970, where he first garnered national attention for his innovative blending of rock and traditional Québécois music.
Stylistic neighbors
The Proclaimers· Piknik· Sinéad O'Connor

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Je rêve à Rio Standout 3:25
  • 2 Ma bohème 2:47
  • 3 Entre Dorval et Mirabel 2:33
  • 4 Trop belle pour mourir 5:25
  • 5 Manche de pelle 3:50
  • 6 Qué.‐Can. Blues Standout 3:50
  • 7 Urgence 2:29
  • 8 Tendresse et Amitié 2:58
  • 9 Antilles 3:51
  • 10 Le Droit de s’en aller Standout 3:28
  • 11 Avant de me taire 2:46
  • 12 Le Dernier Corsaire 4:29

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata