Hollywood
Johnny Hallyday · 1979
37 min · 10 tracks · psychedelic rock · R&B · rock & roll
A vibrant blend of rock and roll with French chanson, infused with Hallyday's soulful charisma.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its commercial success, reaching high positions on French charts and solidifying Hallyday's influence in the francophone music scene. It showcased his ability to fuse various genres, further broadening his appeal during the late 1970s rock era.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove soulful charisma in vocals for nostalgic afternoons
- Context
- Released in 1979, 'Hollywood' was Johnny Hallyday's follow-up to the successful album 'L’Attente'. At this point in his career, Hallyday was consolidating his status as a major figure in French rock music, transitioning into a more international sound that appealed to both French and global audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alain Bashung· Sandra· Serge Gainsbourg· Daniel Balavoine· Stephan Eicher· Mireille Mathieu· Étienne Daho· Michel Polnareff
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Le bon temps du rock and roll Standout 3:07
- 2 Tout m'enchaîne 3:34
- 3 Tu n'est pas la seule fille au monde 3:09
- 4 Le coeur comme une montagne 3:18
- 5 Ce que tu as fait de moi 4:12
- 6 Fais ce que je dis (pas ce que je fais) Standout 4:14
- 7 Dommage Standout 4:12
- 8 Comme un voleur 3:44
- 9 Du même coté de la rivière 2:56
- 10 T'as le bonjour de l'amour 4:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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