Escale À Ch'tiland
Ange · 2011
260 min · 37 tracks · progressive rock
A tapestry of theatrical rock and poetic lyricism, blending progressive melodies with an eclectic French flair.
Why this album works
'Escale À Ch'tiland' received critical acclaim for its artistic ambition, reviving interest in progressive rock within France. The album's complex arrangements and lyrical depth resonated with both longtime fans and a new generation, leading to a resurgence of live performances and revitalizing Ange's legacy in contemporary music.
- Best for
- theatrical narratives with dynamic peaks immersive storytelling across long tracks wave-like pacing that captivates
- Context
- Released in 2011, 'Escale À Ch'tiland' marks a significant return for Ange after a lengthy hiatus since their last studio album in 2009. This album showcases the band's distinctive blend of progressive rock and theatrical storytelling, affirming their place in the French rock scene while navigating a modern landscape that had evolved in their absence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Emerson, Lake & Palmer· Procol Harum· Piknik
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Ces gens là Standout 5:56
- 2 Le Cimetière des arlequins Standout 8:20
- 3 Les Yeux d’un fou 4:22
- 4 Le rêve est à rêver 6:20
- 5 Le Marchand de planète 7:37
- 6 Sur la trace des fées 5:32
- 7 Les Eaux du Gange 5:23
- 8 Neuf heures 5:31
- 9 Fou 3:58
- 10 Le Vieux de la montagne 7:52
- 11 Couleurs en colère 7:54
Disc 2
- 1 Les Enfants du hasard 6:29
- 2 Capitaine Cœur de Miel 19:34
- 3 Hors‐la‐loi 5:21
- 4 L’Œil et l’ouïe 7:07
- 5 Hymne à la vie Standout 12:49
- 6 Shéhérazade 4:29
Disc 3
- 1 Ces gens‐là 6:07
- 2 Le Cimetière des arlequins Standout 8:18
- 3 Les Yeux d’un fou 4:20
- 4 Le rêve est a rêver (2ème service) 6:21
- 5 Le Marchand de planètes 8:06
- 6 Sur la trace des fées 6:54
- 7 Les Eaux du Gange 5:27
- 8 Neufs heures 5:26
- 9 Fou 5:04
- 10 Le Vieux de la montagne 7:59
- 11 Couleurs en coière 8:18
- 12 Les Enfants du hasard 6:31
- 13 Capitaine Cœur de Miel 20:33
- 14 Hors‐la‐loi 5:27
- 15 L’Œil et l’ouïe 7:15
- 16 Hymne à la vie Standout 10:55
- 17 Shéhérazade 7:41
- 18 Le Ballon de Billy 1:10
- 19 Ode à Émile 3:39
- 20 Le Pied en coulisses
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