Released 7 years ago this October
Live 2019
Mylène Farmer · 2019
115 min · 22 tracks · pop music
A breathtaking fusion of ethereal pop and gothic elements, enveloping listeners in a haunting yet danceable soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Désenchantée — This track is emblematic of Farmer's ability to blend poignant lyrics with anthemic melodies, reflecting themes of disillusionment that resonate deeply with audiences.
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Pourvu qu'elles soient douces — With its lush instrumentation and seductive vocals, this song showcases Farmer's signature style while highlighting her lyrical dexterity and emotional depth.
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Interstellaires — The ethereal quality of this track exemplifies Farmer's transition into more experimental sounds, representing her artistic growth while maintaining her distinct identity.
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California — This performance captures the essence of escapism through its dreamy soundscapes and heartfelt delivery, embodying the album's overall thematic exploration.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures a diverse setlist with strong performances but lacks a tightly cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections, allowing for atmospheric build-ups that enhance the emotional impact of her performance.
- The setlist is arranged to create peaks and valleys in energy, with slower songs strategically placed to provide contrast to more upbeat numbers.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- theatrical live performance atmosphere
- wave-like pacing with introspection
- evocative storytelling through song
- immersive experience for devoted fans
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Captures her enduring popularity and showcases a career-spanning performance.
- Moods
- Uplifting· Introspective
- Career context
- Live 2019 marks Mylène Farmer's return to the stage after a notable hiatus, following her 2018 album Désobéissance. This live recording captures her extensive career spanning over three decades, highlighting both her classic hits and newer material while showcasing her evolution as a performer. The album reflects her status as a leading figure in French pop music, celebrated for her theatrical presentations and innovative sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lana Del Rey· Kate Bush· Siouxsie and the Banshees
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Je te rends ton amour
The moment shifts from passionate declarations to a tone of resignation and acceptance regarding love lost, creating a powerful emotional climax within the son…
This transition in emotion adds depth to the narrative structure, contrasting fervent feelings with a sobering realization that enhances the song's impact.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Coming From the Vortex 8:29
- 2 Interstellaires 3:48
- 3 Sans logique 3:51
- 4 Rolling Stone 3:52
- 5 Pourvu qu'elles soient douces 5:24
- 6 Stolen Car 3:33
- 7 Des larmes 4:28
- 8 California 6:10
- 9 M'effondre 3:30
- 10 L’Âme-stram-gram 4:08
- 11 Hard Hip Hop 3:36
Disc 2
- 1 Un jour ou l'autre 4:57
- 2 Ainsi soit-je... 5:38
- 3 Innamoramento 6:51
- 4 Sans contrefaçon 4:24
- 5 Histoire de fesses 3:07
- 6 Sentimentale 3:20
- 7 Désenchantée 10:20
- 8 Rêver 6:16
- 9 Je te rends ton amour 5:29
- 10 Fuck Them All / C'est dans l'air 6:03
- 11 L'Horloge 8:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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