Released 20 years ago
Slalom Dame
Jeanne Balibar · 2006
43 min · 12 tracks
A blend of dreamy pop and introspective lyrics, merging orchestral arrangements with Balibar's haunting vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rien — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its ethereal soundscape and introspective lyrics, showcasing Balibar's vocal range and emotional depth.
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Cinéma — This track cleverly intertwines themes of film and reality, reflecting Balibar’s background in acting while providing a catchy yet contemplative melody.
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Sex and Vegetables — The playful juxtaposition in this track highlights Balibar's distinctive lyrical style, using contrasting imagery to explore themes of desire and mundanity.
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L'Irréparable — With its poignant lyrics and haunting melody, this song encapsulates the album's exploration of loss and regret, making it a standout moment.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful theatrical moments throughout
- wave-like pacing with dynamics
- introspective themes for reflection
- short tracks for quick engagement
- varied intensity keeps interest
Maybe skip if you
- seeking straightforward musical structure
- prefer longer, immersive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, Slalom Dame marked Jeanne Balibar's transition from acting to a more defined music career. This was her second studio album, following her debut, which established her unique artistic voice that melds chanson with contemporary pop sensibilities.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rien 4:41
- 2 Cinéma 2:31
- 3 L'Irréparable 4:00
- 4 Christiana 4:22
- 5 Ton diable 4:28
- 6 Deux fois 4:12
- 7 Néologie 5:24
- 8 Alice 4:18
- 9 Sex and Vegetables 2:11
- 10 Houdini 3:08
- 11 Wish U 1:00
- 12 Panama (Rough mix) 3:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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