Boris Vian – Boris Vian By Les Quatre Barbus, Philippe Clay, Jacques Higelin, Marie-José Casanova, Arlette Tephany – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

This album is a vibrant homage to Boris Vian, the maverick of French chanson, whose biting wit and inventive lyricism shaped postwar Parisian culture. Here, Vian’s songs are reimagined by a remarkable cast: the whimsical harmonies of Les Quatre Barbus, the dramatic flair of Philippe Clay, the youthful energy of Jacques Higelin, and the expressive voices of Marie-José Casanova and Arlette Tephany. Each track pulses with the irreverence and charm that made Vian a legend, offering both a window into the bohemian world of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and a testament to the enduring power of French musical theater. Whether you’re drawn to the wry humor of “Le Déserteur” or the surreal whimsy of “La Java des Bombes Atomiques,” this collection invites you to savor the artistry and social satire that defined an era. For collectors and new listeners alike, this album is more than a tribute—it’s a living archive of mid-century French creativity, where every voice and arrangement reveals another facet of Vian’s indelible legacy. A must-have for anyone seeking to expand their musical horizons beyond the ordinary.

Track List:
A1 – Le Petit Lauriston (Berceuse Pataphysique) – 2:53
A2 – Valse Jaune – 3:32
A3 – L’Ame Slave – 1:45
A4 – Je Ne Peux Pas M’Empêcher – 5:40
A5 – Yeroum Oh Yeroum – 2:45
A6 – 7 Ans De Malheur (Engagez-Vous) – 3:18
B1 – Cantate Des Boîtes –
B2 – Rue Watt – 2:37
B3 – L’Année A L’Envers – 2:18
B4 – Complainte Du Priapisme – 2:35
B5 – L’Evadé (Juste Le Temps De Vivre) – 3:29
B6 – Signe Particulier: Néant –