Jusqu'aux p'tites heures
La Bottine Souriante · 1991
49 min · 12 tracks · folk music
Energetic folk rhythms intertwine with lively melodies, creating a vibrant celebration of Quebecois culture and storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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La chanson du quéteux — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with its infectious energy and traditional storytelling style, showcasing the band's roots while inviting listeners into the world of Quebecois folklore.
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Nuit sauvage — This track stands out for its rhythmic complexity and vivid imagery, painting a picture of wild nights that resonate with both nostalgia and celebration of rural life.
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Turlutte des 33 voleurs — A playful and catchy tune that demonstrates the band's ability to weave humor into their music, reflecting the spirit of community and festivity central to Quebec culture.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases vibrant arrangements and storytelling but has some uneven pacing.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the communal feel typical of folk music.
- The tempo varies significantly across the tracks, with some maintaining a fast pace while others slow down for storytelling moments.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant celebration of community spirit
- energizing tunes for social gatherings
- playful storytelling through lively rhythms
- short bursts of infectious energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek polished studio production
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1991, La Bottine Souriante had established themselves as a significant force in the Quebec folk scene, following their acclaimed 1989 release 'Les Grandes Chansons'. 'Jusqu'aux p'tites heures' marked a continued evolution in their sound, solidifying their reputation for blending traditional folk elements with contemporary influences. This album came at a time when the band was gaining broader recognition beyond Quebec, expanding their audience significantly.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Le Vent du Nord· Les Charbonniers de l'enfer· Genticorum
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 La chanson du quéteux 4:22
- 2 Le reel de Pointe-au-Pic 5:03
- 3 Un p'tit coup mesdames 4:52
- 4 Nuit sauvage 3:48
- 5 Par un dimanche au soir (Ou Ninette) 4:20
- 6 L'Acadienne 3:27
- 7 Émilien 3:44
- 8 Corps mort / Fleur de Mandragore 4:59
- 9 Turlutte des 33 voleurs 2:17
- 10 Brandy Payette 5:05
- 11 Picoro 6:03
- 12 "Dérap" de la guerre 1:40
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