Who is Tout est calme for?

Tout est calme works well if you're into short, reflective listening sessions, intimate, personal moments and nostalgic and introspective moods.

How many songs are on Tout est calme?

Tout est calme has 10 tracks, running approximately 26 minutes.

Tout est calme

Yann Tiersen · 1999

26 min · 10 tracks · rock music

A delicate tapestry of minimalist piano and evocative melodies that transport listeners to serene landscapes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Plus au sud — Opening the album with a gentle yet haunting melody, this track establishes the emotive tone that permeates throughout. Its minimalist arrangement sets a reflective mood that invites deeper listening.
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Tout est calme — The title track encapsulates the album's essence, featuring a repetitive piano motif that evokes tranquility while contrasting with underlying emotional depth. Its simplicity resonates powerfully amidst the more complex arrangements.
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La Crise — This track stands out for its rhythmic drive and layered instrumentation, introducing a sense of urgency that contrasts beautifully with other quieter pieces. It showcases Tiersen's ability to blend tension with melodic grace.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

Tiersen's second album showcases his evolving style with minimalist compositions and evocative soundscapes.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of minimalist piano motifs that recur and evolve throughout the tracks.
Several tracks incorporate field recordings, blending natural sounds with the piano to create an immersive atmosphere.
The tempo remains predominantly slow, with most tracks maintaining a reflective mood without abrupt changes.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. 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

short, reflective listening sessions
intimate, personal moments
nostalgic and introspective moods
gentle background ambiance

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album helped establish Tiersen's reputation and led to wider recognition.
Career context: Tout est calme is Yann Tiersen's second studio album, following his debut album, La Valse des monstres, released in 1998. At this stage in his career, Tiersen was beginning to establish his unique voice within the French music scene, merging classical influences with contemporary sounds. The album represents a notable evolution in his style, showcasing a more refined orchestral approach.
Stylistic neighbors: Max Richter· Ólafur Arnalds· Nils Frahm