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Du ciment sous les plaines

Noir Désir · 1991

50 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · post-punk · grunge

Raw energy collides with poetic lyricism, creating a vibrant tapestry of French alternative rock.

Du ciment sous les plaines is an album by Noir Désir, released in 1991. Raw energy collides with poetic lyricism, creating a vibrant tapestry of French alternative rock. This album marked a significant breakthrough for Noir Désir, solidifying their position in the French rock landscape. It received critical acclaim and commercial success, leading to a greater recognition of the band's work, especially highlighted by its strong performances on French music charts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Du ciment sous les plaines sound like?

Raw energy collides with poetic lyricism, creating a vibrant tapestry of French alternative rock. Rooted in alternative rock and post-punk.

What makes Du ciment sous les plaines by Noir Désir notable?

This album marked a significant breakthrough for Noir Désir, solidifying their position in the French rock landscape. It received critical acclaim and commercial success, leading to a greater recognition of the band's work, especially highlighted by its strong performances on French music charts. Released in 1991, 'Du ciment sous les plaines' was Noir Désir's second album, following their debut 'Veuillez rendre l’âme (À qui elle appartient)' in 1989. At this point, the band was beginning to carve out a unique space within the French rock scene, fusing punk influences with introspective lyrics and a distinctly French sensibility.

How many songs are on Du ciment sous les plaines?

Du ciment sous les plaines has 14 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·50:24

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 No, No, No Standout 3:27
  • 2 En route pour la joie 3:27
  • 3 Charlie 3:57
  • 4 Tu m’donnes le mal 3:39
  • 5 Si rien ne bouge 5:14
  • 6 The Holy Economic War Standout 3:04
  • 7 Tout l’or Standout 4:16
  • 8 La Chanson de la main 3:44
  • 9 Pictures of Yourself 3:17
  • 10 Les Oriflammes 3:25
  • 11 Elle va où elle veut 3:31
  • 12 Le Zen émoi 3:22
  • 13 The Chameleon 5:10
  • 14 Hoo Doo 0:45

Release Date

January 1, 1991

Genre

alternative rock, grunge, post-punk

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Artist Origin

France

Runtime

50 min 24 sec