Serge Gainsbourg – Histoire De Melody Nelson LP
The first of Serge Gainsbourg’s rock albums, Histoire De Melody Nelson is a truly original concept album that shines through its unique orchestral instrumentation, creative arrangements, and sultry spoken word. Herbie Flowers’ bass is given a starring role here and drives much of the funk and movement. Essential!
Histoire de Melody Nelson is considered by many critics and fans to be Gainsbourg’s most influential and accomplished work, as well as one of the greatest French-language albums in popular music.
Often cited as the masterwork of French icon and national treasure Serge Gainsbourg, Histoire De Melody Nelson features actress, amour, and inspiration Jane Birkin, arranger/conductor and co-conspirator Jean-Claude Vannier (L’Enfant Assassins Des Mouches), and a tight, hand-picked crew of top shelf U.K. session musicians, including Big Jim Sullivan, Vic Flick, Brian Odgers, and Dougie Wright. Originally released in 1971, this is an essential album for the discerning music lover.
A1 Melody
A2 Ballade De Melody Nelson
A3 Valse De Melody
A4 Ah! Melody
B1 L’Hotel Particulier
B2 En Melody
B3 Cargo Culte