Du chant à la une!...
Serge Gainsbourg · 1958
34 min · 14 tracks · funk · jazz · progressive rock
A playful fusion of jazz-inflected melodies and provocative lyrics that redefine French pop music.
Why this album works
'Du chant à la une!...' is notable for its innovative approach to lyrical content and composition, which laid the groundwork for future generations of French artists. Its lead track, 'Le Poinçonneur des Lilas,' became an enduring classic, reflecting the mundane lives of workers in Paris and resonating deeply with listeners, helping Gainsbourg achieve critical recognition.
- Career context
- Released on September 1, 1958, 'Du chant à la une!...' marked Serge Gainsbourg's first major studio album, establishing him as a significant voice in French chanson. This album followed his earlier singles and showcased his unique storytelling style, blending humor with social commentary, a precursor to his later more controversial works.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michel Polnareff· Johnny Hallyday· Jacques Higelin· Sandra· Françoise Hardy· Mireille Mathieu· Sheila· Dalida
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Le Poinçonneur des Lilas Standout 2:44
- 2 La Recette de l’amour fou Standout 1:57
- 3 Douze belles dans la peau 1:55
- 4 Ce mortel ennui 2:55
- 5 Ronsard 58 1:53
- 6 La Femme des uns sous le corps des autres 3:01
- 7 L’Alcool Standout 3:59
- 8 Du jazz dans le ravin 2:11
- 9 Charleston des déménageurs de piano 2:25
- 10 La Jambe de bois « Friedland » 2:34
- 11 Douze belles dans la peau (live) 2:17
- 12 La Recette de l’amour fou (live) 1:33
- 13 La Femme des uns sous le corps des autres (live) 2:07
- 14 Le Poinçonneur des Lilas (live) 2:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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