French Pop
This is an interesting genre of music, and one must certainly admit to as much. Think of it as the French counterpart to American and English Bubblegum Pop music. In fact, it is very much the same but sung in the French language. This is a delicate and airy genre of music, no question, and some of the lighter aspects have found their way into latter day Stereolab material, quite obviously. Names like France Gall come to mind, don’t they? We are dealing with Vocal Pop here people. Sassy little beats, occasional horn touches and undeniable vocal hooks. You certainly can’t beat that, it’s just too damn cute!
Far be it from me to forget about Serge Gainsbourg, as he’s certainly had his share of French Pop juggernauts. Due to being so well loved by intolerable Hipsters, Mr. Gainsbourgh is probably the most well known name of this genre, and one could even refer to it as International Music, if one did so feel the urge to. Keep in mind that I know rather little about French Pop, but I just can't help but dance to those upbeat sounds, and there is something very naturally musical about the French language as well, and one must ultimately admit to as much, buster.
Francois Hardy gave us moody ballads and Brigitte Bardot gave us instant kitsch, and things got really funky in the early ‘70’s when Serge released a little ode to a young woman named Melody, I will however, beg of you to stay clear of French Disco, which is ultimately what French Pop morphed into as the ‘70’s dragged on. French Disco is just a difficult can of worms that I would rather not tackle; either in this life or the next and for reasons best not described to some of my younger readers. Of course, Brigitte Bardot had some worthwhile vocal duets with Gainsbourg, as did Jane Birkin. This is a great genre of music to investigate, mate, and I think you will be surprised. The mood is often times very perverted as well with gender stereotypes gone awry and then some.
Allow me to suggest a few titles for you to purchase before either one of us dies:
These should be able to get you started in the right direction, buster. The rest of the journey is yours for the taking, as a great many French Pop singers had one Hit at best, and quite a few of which were just French variations of popular American and English Bubblegum Pop tunes, everything from Petula Clark’s “Downtown” to The Who’s “My Generation.” If you really get adventurous perhaps you will try to locate the original vinyl, or don’t you have the guts?
In short, observe France Gall followed by a troll named Serge…
Thank you, and… est-ce qu'travail monstre sans valeur de l'enfer, comment doit un vous obtiennent-il continuellement traiter votre insolence sans fin et souvent ? Vous conduisez à vitesse normale tout à fait clair et péniblement évidemment pour une meurtrissure, vieux copain !
And that translates in English to: get a job you worthless monster from hell, how must one continually deal with your insolence endlessly and often? You are quite clearly and painfully obviously cruising for a bruising, old chum!
Far be it from me to forget about Serge Gainsbourg, as he’s certainly had his share of French Pop juggernauts. Due to being so well loved by intolerable Hipsters, Mr. Gainsbourgh is probably the most well known name of this genre, and one could even refer to it as International Music, if one did so feel the urge to. Keep in mind that I know rather little about French Pop, but I just can't help but dance to those upbeat sounds, and there is something very naturally musical about the French language as well, and one must ultimately admit to as much, buster.
Francois Hardy gave us moody ballads and Brigitte Bardot gave us instant kitsch, and things got really funky in the early ‘70’s when Serge released a little ode to a young woman named Melody, I will however, beg of you to stay clear of French Disco, which is ultimately what French Pop morphed into as the ‘70’s dragged on. French Disco is just a difficult can of worms that I would rather not tackle; either in this life or the next and for reasons best not described to some of my younger readers. Of course, Brigitte Bardot had some worthwhile vocal duets with Gainsbourg, as did Jane Birkin. This is a great genre of music to investigate, mate, and I think you will be surprised. The mood is often times very perverted as well with gender stereotypes gone awry and then some.
Allow me to suggest a few titles for you to purchase before either one of us dies:
These should be able to get you started in the right direction, buster. The rest of the journey is yours for the taking, as a great many French Pop singers had one Hit at best, and quite a few of which were just French variations of popular American and English Bubblegum Pop tunes, everything from Petula Clark’s “Downtown” to The Who’s “My Generation.” If you really get adventurous perhaps you will try to locate the original vinyl, or don’t you have the guts?
In short, observe France Gall followed by a troll named Serge…
Thank you, and… est-ce qu'travail monstre sans valeur de l'enfer, comment doit un vous obtiennent-il continuellement traiter votre insolence sans fin et souvent ? Vous conduisez à vitesse normale tout à fait clair et péniblement évidemment pour une meurtrissure, vieux copain !
And that translates in English to: get a job you worthless monster from hell, how must one continually deal with your insolence endlessly and often? You are quite clearly and painfully obviously cruising for a bruising, old chum!
Labels: France Gall, French Pop, Serge Gainsbourg
