This first-time reissue continues Superior Viaduct’s reissue campaign of Fontaine’s classic ’70s catalog. What makes Je Ne Connais Pas Cet Homme one of their best-loved albums, though, is its remarkable sense of intimacy-as if Areski and Fontaine beckon listeners into their strange and beautiful world. On “C’est Normal” Fontaine playfully questions the status quo while Areski offers satirical answers. The title track (translated as “I Do Not Know This Man”) suggests at once Apostle Peter’s denial and a poetic acknowledgement. As always, there is a mercurial quality to their lyrics. Deeply rooted in North African and European folk traditions, the album features evocative vignettes with breezy vocals and minimal accompaniment of classical guitar, strings and woodwinds. Originally released in 1973, Je Ne Connais Pas Cet Homme is their first record billed under both names. Je ne connais pas cet homme is the sixth album by experimental French singer Brigitte Fontaine and the fourth by Areski Belkacem, released in 1973 on the Saravah label. Extrait de l'album 'Je ne connais pas cet homme', de l'iconique duo Brigitte et Areski Streamez l'album ici : / http://bit. “Following their groundbreaking collaboration with the Art Ensemble of Chicago, ‘Comme à la Radio’, Areski and Brigitte Fontaine began recording almost exclusively together as a duo.
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