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Dirty Sound System – Dirty French Psychedelics (LP Album)
32,00 €
CONDITION: Second hand – Mint, new (M)
Unsealed vinyl listened to for review
This compilation includes 1 LP.
The compilation “Dirty Sound System – Dirty French Psychedelics” offers a captivating dive into the French psychedelic musical landscape, curated and presented by the famous French DJ collective, Dirty Sound System.
In addition to its musical aspect, the compilation also offers a fascinating insight into French culture and society of the 1960s and 1970s. The lyrics of the songs often reflect the concerns and aspirations of the era, providing an evocative snapshot of daily life and social struggles of this tumultuous period.
Among the gems of the ‘Dirty Sound System – Dirty French Psychedelics‘ compilation, two pieces particularly stand out in our opinion: ‘La Frite Équatoriale‘ by François De Roubaix and ‘The End of Life, the Beginning of Survival‘ by Cheval Fou.
The lyrics of Cheval Fou’s “The End Of Life, The Beginning Of Survival” highlight the crucial importance of nature and animals for the preservation of life on Earth, emphasizing that without them, we could not survive.
The use of a character appearing to be a Native American and Indian chants in “The End Of Life, The Beginning Of Survival” adds a cultural and spiritual dimension to the song. Indigenous cultures, including those of the Native American people, often have a deep and respectful relationship with nature, often viewing the Earth as a sacred entity and preserving its balance as essential to the survival of humanity. By integrating these elements into the song, Cheval Fou offers a unique perspective on the connection between man and nature.
With this carefully selected compilation, Dirty Sound System reminds us that French psychedelic music remains as captivating and relevant today as it was in its beginnings.
Label: Born Bad Records – BB019/BB012
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“Dirty Sound System – Dirty French Psychedelics” is much more than just a music compilation. It’s a spellbinding journey through the history of French music, an exploration of the frontiers of creativity and sonic experimentation, and a vibrant celebration of an era when music was both a mirror of society and a gateway to the unknown.
With a careful selection of captivating and often overlooked pieces, this compilation serves not only as a sonic retrospective, but also as a historical document, highlighting a fertile and often underestimated period of French music.
The compilation opens with a series of tracks that capture the very essence of psychedelia, with its shimmering sonic textures, swirling melodies and often enigmatic lyrics. Artists like Christophe, Bernard Lavilliers, Brigitte Fontaine and Nino Ferrer were among the first to explore the boundaries of psychedelia in France, creating timeless works that continue to fascinate listeners today.
Throughout the tracks, the compilation “Dirty Sound System – Dirty French Psychedelics” takes us on a journey through the different facets of the French psychedelic scene. Lesser-known artists like Cortex, Ilous & Decuyper and Cheval Fou offer unique perspectives on the genre, exploring experimental sounds and daring arrangements who push the boundaries of popular music.
The compilation also highlights the crucial role of producers and sound engineers in creating these psychedelic sounds. Studio pioneers like Jean-Claude Vannier and François de Roubaix made significant contributions to the sound aesthetics of the time, experimenting with recording techniques innovative and pushing the boundaries of musical production.
By exploring the archives of French psychedelic music, Dirty Sound System highlights the lasting influence of this movement on contemporary music. Modern artists like Air, Phoenix and Daft Punk often draw inspiration from the experimental sounds and ideas of their psychedelic predecessors, creating a continuing link between the past and present of French music.
The lyrics of the songs in this compilation often reflect the psychedelic and contemplative themes characteristic of the genre. They may address topics such as life, death, nature, perception of reality, or other themes related to philosophy and human experience.
“The song ‘The End of Life, The Beginning of Survival’ by Cheval Fou, with its use of a character appearing to be a Native American and Indian chants, offers a striking example of the deep and ever-relevant topics addressed by French psychedelic music. By highlighting themes such as the crucial importance of nature for the preservation of life on Earth, this song illustrates the ability of psychedelic music to provoke reflection on existential and environmental issues.
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