Motel Capri cover

Motel Capri

Les Cowboys Fringants · 2000

55 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant blend of folk, rock, and playful storytelling that captures the spirit of Quebecois culture.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • vibrant storytelling experiences
  • wave-like pacing and flow

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2000, 'Motel Capri' was Les Cowboys Fringants' second studio album, following their debut 'La Traversée' in 1997. At this point, they were establishing themselves as key figures in the Quebec alternative rock scene, known for their socially conscious lyrics and energetic performances.
Stylistic neighbors
La Femme· Les Trois Accords· Malajube

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Su’ mon Big Wheel (c’tait l’fun) 0:10
  • 2 Le Plombier 3:03
  • 3 Québécois de Souche 2:04
  • 4 Awikatchikaën 2:37
  • 5 Maurice au bistro 3:30
  • 6 M’a vivre avec toi 5:41
  • 7 Le Shack à Hector 4:41
  • 8 Marcel Galarneau 2:39
  • 9 Mon pays suivi du Reel des Aristocrates 4:15
  • 10 Rue Chapdelaine 4:25
  • 11 Banlieue 4:46
  • 12 Voyou 2:54
  • 13 Léopold 5:22
  • 14 Le Gars d’la Compagnie 3:17
  • 15 Le Pouceux 3:11
  • 16 Un p’tit tour 3:11

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata