L'Olympia
Émilie Simon · 2007
79 min · 19 tracks · electronic · trip hop
A lush tapestry of electronic soundscapes intertwined with poetic, ethereal vocals creates an immersive listening experience.
Why this album works
'L'Olympia' is significant not only for its artistic merit but also for its commercial success, reaching high positions on French music charts. The album's unique fusion of genres has influenced a wave of artists within the French electronic and indie scenes, marking a key moment in the redefinition of live electronic music performance.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys atmospheric background focus
- Context
- By the time 'L'Olympia' was released in 2007, Émilie Simon had already established herself as a notable figure in the French electronic music scene, following her critically acclaimed self-titled debut album in 2003. This live album captures her artistic evolution and showcases her ability to blend experimental sounds with organic instrumentation, solidifying her place as an innovator in her genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Flying Lotus· Linda· Karin Dreijer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dame de lotus Standout 4:05
- 2 Fleur de saison 4:13
- 3 Rose hybride de thé 3:54
- 4 In the Lake 4:07
- 5 Sweet Blossom 4:04
- 6 Swimming Standout 6:42
- 7 Opium Standout 3:26
- 8 Le Vieil Amant 5:35
- 9 Ice Girl 3:13
- 10 I Wanna Be Your Dog 5:09
- 11 Song of the Storm 3:28
- 12 Never Fall in Love 2:59
- 13 Désert 3:28
- 14 Alicia 4:03
- 15 En cendres 4:55
- 16 My Old Friend 5:58
- 17 Graines d’étoiles 3:33
- 18 Flowers 2:25
- 19 Come as You Are 3:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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