Jarvis Cocker - Chansons D'Ennui - 7712
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Chansons d'Ennui Tip-Top is a studio album by British singer-songwriter and musician Jarvis Cocker, released on October 22, 2021 by ABKCO Music & Records. It is a covers album, featuring 12 cover versions of French pop songs. It serves as a companion release to the soundtrack for Wes Anderson's 2021 film The French Dispatch. The songs are performed by Cocker in character as Tip-Top, a singer mentioned in the film.
The album was well-received by critics, who praised Cocker's vocals and his respectful approach to the original songs. It received positive reviews from publications such as The Guardian, Pitchfork, and Rolling Stone.
Chansons d'Ennui Tip-Top is a delightful and refreshing collection of French pop covers. Cocker has a wonderful voice that is perfectly suited to this material. His performances are heartfelt and emotional, and he has a deep understanding of the original songs.
The album covers a wide range of French pop music, from 1960s classics such as Serge Gainsbourg's "Aline" to contemporary hits such as Laurance Collé's "Je t'aime." Cocker masterfully adapts these songs to his own style while retaining their essence.
