La Voiture À Eau
Ange · 1999
72 min · 17 tracks · progressive rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock and poetic lyricism, exploring existential themes through intricate melodies.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its ambitious conceptual framework and experimental sound, which garnered positive reviews from critics. It showcased Ange's ability to evolve while maintaining their unique identity in the progressive rock genre, solidifying their influence in French music culture.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with varied pacing kaleidoscopic melodies for exploration engaging late-night introspection
- Context
- La Voiture À Eau marked Ange's return after a six-year hiatus since their last studio album, providing a fresh perspective during the late 1990s. At this time, the band was navigating a shifting musical landscape while attempting to reconnect with their audience and redefine their sound for a new generation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Emerson, Lake & Palmer· Procol Harum· Piknik
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Le rêve est à rêver (2ème service) Standout 5:56
- 2 Psychosomagique génie Standout 6:21
- 3 Eurékâ 2:24
- 4 Bilboquet 4:05
- 5 Elle fait mes rides 3:35
- 6 Eurékâ in extenso 2:31
- 7 L’Eau qui dort Standout 5:04
- 8 Archimède 3:58
- 9 Coma des mortels 5:03
- 10 Quelquefois 4:31
- 11 Ethnies 5:13
- 12 Patisonges et mentisseries 1:47
- 13 Mémoires de Jacob Delafon 5:16
- 14 Et Gandhi l’indou dit tout doux 3:45
- 15 La Serrure ou la clé 4:17
- 16 Jardin secret 4:58
- 17 La Voiture à eau 3:54
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