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La Mécanique du Cœur

Dionysos · 2007

60 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock

A whimsical blend of alternative rock and theatrical storytelling that dances between melancholy and exuberance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling with depth
  • dynamic narrative progression
  • playful yet melancholic moments
  • vibrant energy for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'La Mécanique du Cœur' was released in 2007, Dionysos had already established themselves in the French music scene with earlier albums like 'Western sous la neige' (2002). This album marked a peak in their artistic expression, characterized by vivid narratives and eclectic sounds that expanded their listener base. It showcased their unique ability to merge musical styles while maintaining a distinctively French lyrical flair.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Le Jour le plus froid du monde 4:53
  • 2 La Berceuse hip hop du docteur Madeleine 3:38
  • 3 When the Saints Go Marchin' In 2:51
  • 4 Flamme à lunettes 5:11
  • 5 Symphonie pour horloge cassée 2:40
  • 6 Cunnilingus mon amour ! 3:00
  • 7 Thème de Joe 2:14
  • 8 L'École de Joe 2:59
  • 9 L'Homme sans trucages 3:24
  • 10 La Panique mécanique 4:06
  • 11 King of the Ghost Train 2:19
  • 12 Mademoiselle clé 2:57
  • 13 Candy lady 3:51
  • 14 Le Retour de Joe 2:08
  • 15 Death Song 3:17
  • 16 Tais toi mon cœur 2:33
  • 17 Whatever the Weather 3:21
  • 18 Épilogue 4:29

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