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Overview This EP features three of Jacques Brel’s most powerful tracks. Recorded in November 1965 at Studios Barclay-Hoche Enregistrements in Paris, each song delves into the complexities of human experience, from the bitter realities of familial dysfunction in “Ces Gens-Là” (“Those people”), to the surreal exploration of fame in “Jacky”, to the dramatic depiction ofContinue reading “Jacques Brel – Ces Gens-Là”

Overview The “Brel En Direct” EP, featuring live performances from Jacques Brel’s legendary 1964 Olympia concert including the iconic “Amsterdam”, captures the unique energy and emotional depth that defined his stage presence. Showcasing a mix of humour, melancholy, and biting social commentary, this EP includes “Les Timides” (“Shy People”) and “Les Jardins Du Casino” (“TheContinue reading “Jacques Brel – Brel En Direct”

Overview The Mathilde EP, released in March 1964, features four tracks recorded at Barclay-Hoche studios in Paris. The title track, “Mathilde,” recorded on January 9, 1964, is a dramatic tale of a man’s emotional turmoil, amplified by François Rauber’s powerful orchestration. “Le Tango Funèbre,” recorded on March 7, 1964, blends dark humor with a tango rhythm toContinue reading “Jacques Brel – Mathilde”

Overview This EP was recorded over three days in January 1964 at Studios Barclay-Hoche Enregistrements in Paris, before being released the following March. The songs —“Jef”, “Les Bonbons”, “Le Dernier Repas” and “Au Suivant”—showcase Brel’s trademark mix of humour, melancholy and biting social commentary. Each track tells a vivid story, capturing the listener’s imagination through Brel’s powerful lyricsContinue reading “Jacques Brel – Jef”