Ingrid St-Pierre’s Album Reines: An Homage to Women

Canadian and Quebecoise singer Ingrid St-Pierre released a new album, Reines (Queens). The themes are homages to various women and introspection. The music is French Pop mixed in with some modern classical music. The songs have intricate compositions.      Two songs are instrumental:  Petit paquebot and Les oiseaux nouent les cheveux des filles. Petit paquebot is a lovely musical piece … Continue reading Ingrid St-Pierre’s Album Reines: An Homage to Women

First Album Fridays: Miss Sassoeur – Giggles

Canadian and Quebecoise artist Miss Sassœur released her first album entitled Giggles. The themes are life, love and nostalgia.  The music is R&B and French Pop. The album has a mix of 90s RAP and 70s Disco musical styles. The sound is bold and edgy. The piano and the violin add a dynamic touch. There are … Continue reading First Album Fridays: Miss Sassoeur – Giggles

Day 1: Nicola Ciccone L’esprit de Noël

Canadian artist Nicola Ciccone has released a Christmas album entitled L'esprit Noël (the spirit of Christmas). It has eight covers and four original pieces (written and composed by Nicola Ciccone). The music is French Pop and Folk. The album has a lovely mix of traditional/classic Christmas music and contemporary sounds on both the covers and the original pieces. … Continue reading Day 1: Nicola Ciccone L’esprit de Noël

Remembering Patrick Bourgeois, 5 Years since His Passing

November 26, 2022, marks the 5th anniversary of the passing of Patrick Bourgeois, the vocalist of Les B.B. His music (both with Les BB and as a solo artist) marked the Quebec music scene.  His musical career started as the vocalist of the 80s group Les B.B. The hits include T'es Dans La Lune, Loulou, Be … Continue reading Remembering Patrick Bourgeois, 5 Years since His Passing

King Melrose’s New EP Fleur De Cactus – Face A

Canadian and Quebecois artist King Melrose has released a new EP entitled Fleur De Cactus - Face A (Cactus Flower Side A). The themes are love, family and the journey of life. The music is French Pop combined with some Jazz. The guitar in the background is fantastic. It is impressive to hear the various musical styles … Continue reading King Melrose’s New EP Fleur De Cactus – Face A