A young man's entry into the French Army, and it's customs, that leaves an indelible impression upon him that he wishes never to repeat. Next! Also sung in English by Scott Walker, a magnificent version by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band was itself covered (live) by Barry Adamson and Nick Cave. A Classic.
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A young man's entry into the French Army, and it's customs, that leaves an indelible impression upon him that he wishes never to repeat. Ne… read more
A young man's entry into the French Army, and it's customs, that leaves an indelible impression upon him that he wishes never to repeat. Next! Also sung in English by Scott Wal… read more
Jacques Brel (8 April 1929 – 9 October 1978) was a Belgian singer and songwriter who composed and performed literate, thoughtful, and theatrical songs that generated a large, devoted following in Belgium and France initially, and later throughout the world. He was widely considered a master of the modern chanson. Although he recorded most of his songs in French, he became a major influence on English-speaking songwriters and performers such as David Bowie, Alex Harvey, Leonard Cohen, Marc Almond and Rod McKuen. English translations of his songs were recorded by many top performers i… read more
Jacques Brel (8 April 1929 – 9 October 1978) was a Belgian singer and songwriter who composed and performed literate, thoughtful, and theatrical songs that generated a large, devoted follow… read more
Jacques Brel (8 April 1929 – 9 October 1978) was a Belgian singer and songwriter who composed and performed literate, thoughtful, and theatrical songs that generated a large, devoted following in Belgium and France initially, and later… read more