Les Larmes du Dalaï Lama
Ange · 1992
55 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock
A swirling tapestry of progressive rock that blends intricate melodies with whimsical storytelling and theatrical flair.
Top tracks — play these first
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Les Larmes du Dalaï Lama Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its haunting melody and poetic lyrics that reflect on the search for meaning, setting the tone for the entire record.
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Nonne assistante à personne à Tanger — This track stands out for its intricate structure and vivid storytelling, taking listeners on a journey through cultural references and emotional landscapes that challenge traditional narratives.
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Tout oublier — With its powerful arrangement and emotive vocal delivery, this song explores themes of memory and forgetfulness, serving as a poignant reflection on human experience and loss.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo journey
- poetic themes for reflection
- intricate melodies to explore
- engaging narrative through tracks
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, catchy songs
- prefer high-energy listening
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a return after a hiatus, showing continued artistic exploration.
- Themes
- Tibetan spirituality· Tangier storytelling· memory and loss
- Career context
- Released in 1992, Les Larmes du Dalaï Lama marks Ange's return after a six-year hiatus following their previous album, simply titled 'Ange' in 1986. This album showcases the band's continued exploration of complex themes and rich musical arrangements, solidifying their position within the French progressive rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Magma· Gentle Giant· Camel
Tracklist
- 1 Les Larmes du Dalaï Lama Start here 6:05
- 2 Le Ballon de Billy 5:19
- 3 Tout oublier 5:17
- 4 La Bête 6:22
- 5 Bonnet rouge 5:06
- 6 Nonne assistante à personne à Tanger 8:36
- 7 Couleurs en colère 5:35
- 8 Les Herbes folles 7:25
- 9 Les Enfants du hasard 5:43
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Köhntarkösz
Magma
Shares a complex narrative structure and theatrical instrumentation within the progressive rock realm.
The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway
Genesis
Explores surreal storytelling and intricate melodies, echoing themes of memory and loss.
Angel's Egg
Gong
Blends whimsical storytelling with a rich sonic tapestry, featuring similar spiritual undertones.
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