Serge Gainsbourg died on March 2, 1991, and I discovered his music in 1995. "Melody Nelson" is without a doubt a masterpiece, but my personal favorite album by him is "Confidentiel." Backed by just an electric guitar and double bass, this album rocks in a manner that reminds me of Elvis's Sun Records sessions. It's not rockabilly, but its jazz is deeply felt, and Serge's brilliance shines throughout this album. His songwriting talents are strong in this collection of songs. My favorite song on this album is "Scenic Railway." It's Bertolt Brecht's iciness meeting Robert Bresson's attention to detail. Other classics unfold to the listener. Superb album. -Tosh Berman
Lisen to the Book Musik podcast on Serge Gainsbourg here: Book Musik: Serge Gainsbourg & Jeremy Allen
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