L'Homme à tête de chou
Serge Gainsbourg · 1976
32 min · 12 tracks · funk · jazz · progressive rock
A surreal blend of jazz, reggae, and chanson that narrates a twisted love story with Gainsbourg's signature provocative flair.
Why this album works
'L'Homme à tête de chou' is significant for its bold storytelling and musical experimentation, influencing French pop and chanson. The album has garnered critical acclaim over the years, often cited in discussions about Gainsbourg's impact on contemporary music, and it remains a staple reference point for artists exploring narrative within song formats.
- Best for
- dynamic narrative flow throughout wave-like pacing with surprises provocative storytelling in song
- Context
- By the time 'L'Homme à tête de chou' was released in November 1976, Serge Gainsbourg had already established himself as a controversial figure in French music. This album, often seen as a concept piece, followed his previous work 'Rock Around the Bunker' and showcased his continued evolution into more avant-garde territory, further solidifying his reputation as an artistic innovator.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michel Polnareff· Johnny Hallyday· Jacques Higelin· Sandra· Françoise Hardy· Mireille Mathieu· Sheila· Dalida
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 L'Homme à tête de chou Standout 2:59
- 2 Chez Max coiffeur pour hommes 1:59
- 3 Marilou reggae Standout 2:11
- 4 Transit à Marilou 1:33
- 5 Flash Forward 2:37
- 6 Aéroplanes 2:36
- 7 Premiers symptômes 1:14
- 8 Ma lou Marilou 2:42
- 9 Variations sur Marilou Standout 7:40
- 10 Meurtre à l'extincteur 0:47
- 11 Marilou sous la neige 2:24
- 12 Lunatic Asylum 3:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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