L'Enfant phare
Claude Nougaro · 1997
52 min · 14 tracks · jazz · chanson
A melodic blend of chanson and jazz, weaving poignant narratives with rich instrumentation and emotive vocals.
L'Enfant phare is an album by Claude Nougaro, released in 1997. A melodic blend of chanson and jazz, weaving poignant narratives with rich instrumentation and emotive vocals. This album received significant attention, marking Nougaro's return to the forefront of French chanson. It was praised for its lyrical depth and musicality, contributing to a renewed appreciation for traditional French music styles during the late 1990s. The title track, 'L’Enfant phare', became particularly notable for its blend of nostalgia and social commentary. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does L'Enfant phare sound like?
A melodic blend of chanson and jazz, weaving poignant narratives with rich instrumentation and emotive vocals. Rooted in jazz and chanson.
What makes L'Enfant phare by Claude Nougaro notable?
This album received significant attention, marking Nougaro's return to the forefront of French chanson. It was praised for its lyrical depth and musicality, contributing to a renewed appreciation for traditional French music styles during the late 1990s. The title track, 'L’Enfant phare', became particularly notable for its blend of nostalgia and social commentary. L'Enfant phare was released in 1997 as Claude Nougaro's follow-up to his acclaimed album, Le Jazz et la Java. At this stage in his career, Nougaro was experiencing a revival, blending his signature poetic lyrics with contemporary jazz influences after facing a decline in mainstream visibility. This album further solidified his reputation as a leading figure in French music.
How many songs are on L'Enfant phare?
L'Enfant phare has 14 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 L’Enfant phare Standout 4:20
- 2 Bras dessous bras dessus 4:13
- 3 Comme l’hirondelle 3:58
- 4 Une rivière des Corbières 2:49
- 5 Si cigales m’étaient contées Standout 4:55
- 6 Beaucoup de vent 4:13
- 7 Don Quichotte et Sancho Standout 3:53
- 8 Allez les verts 3:24
- 9 Tic-tac 3:46
- 10 Avec les anges 4:03
- 11 Les Pas 3:31
- 12 J’ai perdu le Montblanc dans la neige 3:24
- 13 La Planète bleue 2:52
- 14 Le Rocher de Biarritz 3:32
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