Jacques "Crabouif" Higelin cover

Jacques "Crabouif" Higelin

Jacques Higelin · 1971

41 min · 5 tracks · blues · chanson

A vibrant blend of blues, chanson, and rock that captures the eclectic spirit of early 70s France.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • contemplative late-night moods
  • layered dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1971, this album was Jacques Higelin's breakthrough record, showcasing his unique fusion of musical styles. Prior to this, he had released a couple of less impactful records, but 'Crabouif' propelled him into the spotlight, establishing him as a prominent figure in French music.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Love the Queen 4:56
  • 2 Tiens j’ai dit tiens 4:33
  • 3 Je suis mort qui, qui dit mieux 5:59
  • 4 Aujourd’hui blues 5:16
  • 5 Musique rituelle du Mont des Abesses (XXème siècle, XVIIIème arrondissement) 20:15

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata