Fleurs
Franco Battiato · 1999
41 min · 12 tracks · new wave
An evocative blend of Italian pop and classic covers, infused with Battiato's signature experimental spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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La canzone dell’amore perduto Start here — This opening track beautifully captures the essence of lost love, showcasing Battiato's ability to infuse emotional depth into classic melodies.
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Ruby Tuesday — Battiato’s rendition transforms this Rolling Stones classic into an introspective piece that highlights his vocal prowess and unique arrangement style.
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Amore che vieni, amore che vai — In this track, Battiato’s interpretation brings a haunting quality to the lyrics, embodying the fleeting nature of love with delicate instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- intimate moments of reflection
- for quiet evenings
- evocative themes of love and
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- want standalone radio hits
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Fleurs reinterprets classic songs, showcasing a departure from Battiato's earlier styles.
- Themes
- nostalgic love· intimate reinterpretations· ethereal soundscapes
- Career context
- Released in 1999, Fleurs marks a significant moment in Franco Battiato's career as it showcases his exploration of classic songs through a contemporary lens. This album follows his extensive catalog of innovative music, highlighting his ongoing evolution as an artist who blends various genres, including opera and progressive rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brian Eno· David Bowie· Roxy Music
Tracklist
- 1 La canzone dell’amore perduto Start here 3:25
- 2 Ruby Tuesday 3:36
- 3 J’entends siffler le train 3:09
- 4 Aria di neve 2:52
- 5 Ed io tra di voi 2:54
- 6 Te lo leggo negli occhi 3:03
- 7 La canzone dei vecchi amanti 3:25
- 8 Era de maggio 3:26
- 9 Che cosa resta 3:27
- 10 Amore che vieni, amore che vai 2:27
- 11 Medievale 2:37
- 12 Invito al viaggio 7:26
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Dead Bees on a Cake
David Sylvian
Shares ethereal soundscapes and introspective themes, blending pop with experimental elements.
The Dreaming
Kate Bush
Explores intimate emotions through eclectic arrangements and a unique vocal style, similar to Battiato's approach.
From Here to Eternity
Giorgio Moroder
Combines electronic textures with lush melodies, creating a reflective atmosphere akin to Battiato's work.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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