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La Grand-Messe

Les Cowboys Fringants · 2004

62 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock

A spirited blend of folk-infused rock and sharp social commentary wrapped in vibrant melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing experience
  • spirited and vibrant energy

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 23, 2004, 'La Grand-Messe' is the fifth studio album by Les Cowboys Fringants, following their breakthrough album 'Où est la vérité?' from 2002. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their position as leading figures in the Quebec alternative rock scene, blending political themes with engaging music.
Stylistic neighbors
La Femme· Les Trois Accords· Malajube
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 1:05
  • 2 Les Étoiles filantes 4:25
  • 3 Ti‐cul 3:07
  • 4 8 secondes 4:05
  • 5 Plus rien 3:36
  • 6 Hannah 5:24
  • 7 Symphonie pour Caza 5:36
  • 8 La Reine 2:50
  • 9 En attendant (Le reel de nos gens) 4:49
  • 10 Lettre à Lévesque 3:46
  • 11 Ces temps‐ci 3:59
  • 12 Ma belle Sophie 3:31
  • 13 Shish Taouk 1:41
  • 14 Camping Ste‐Germaine 3:34
  • 15 Si la vie vous intéresse 5:55
  • 16 Épilogue : Si tu penses un peu comme ça 4:52

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