Paris
Malcolm McLaren · 1994
108 min · 24 tracks · new wave
A vibrant tapestry of sounds blending French influences with McLaren's eclectic vision, creating a sonic homage to Parisian culture.
Top tracks — play these first
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Jazz Is Paris — This track encapsulates the essence of the album by merging jazz with electronic beats, evoking the cosmopolitan spirit of Paris while paying homage to its musical legacy.
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Je t'aime... Moi non plus — By reinterpreting this iconic Serge Gainsbourg song, McLaren infuses it with a contemporary twist that reflects his playful yet provocative nature in addressing themes of love and desire.
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Who the Hell Is Sonia Rykiel? — This track serves as both an homage and critique of fashion culture, blending spoken word with rhythmic instrumentation to challenge societal norms surrounding celebrity and influence.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of parisian themes
- wave-like pacing for reflection
- evocative soundscapes for daydreaming
- immersive instrumental mixes for focus
- captivating ambiance for late nights
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1994, Paris marked Malcolm McLaren's return to solo artistry after his previous projects, including the influential Duck Rock in 1983. At this point, McLaren was exploring a more avant-garde and conceptual approach, moving away from mainstream commercial success toward a fusion of music and art that reflected his ongoing fascination with culture and identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Talking Heads· Siouxsie and the Banshees
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Mon dié Sénié 4:29
- 2 Walking With Satie 4:03
- 3 Père Lachaise 3:40
- 4 Miles and Miles of Miles Davis 2:04
- 5 Jazz Is Paris 5:16
- 6 Rue Dauphine 3:25
- 7 Paris Paris 5:23
- 8 Je t'aime... Moi non plus 4:37
- 9 Club le narcisse 3:20
- 10 La main Parisienne 5:01
- 11 Driving Into Delirium 2:32
- 12 Revenge of the Flowers 4:04
- 13 In the Absence of the Parisienne 4:26
- 14 Anthem 3:50
- 15 Who the Hell Is Sonia Rykiel? 6:18
Disc 2
- 1 Paris un (instrumental mix) 4:39
- 2 Paris deux (instrumental mix) 4:01
- 3 Paris trois (instrumental mix) 9:41
- 4 Paris quatre (instrumental mix) 3:34
- 5 Paris cinq (instrumental mix) 3:37
- 6 Paris six (instrumental mix) 4:25
- 7 Paris sept (instrumental mix) 6:17
- 8 Paris huit (instrumental mix) 4:11
- 9 Paris lutece paname (instrumental mix) 5:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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