Famous for their revival of Occitan, the ancient language of southern France, Moussu T e lei Jovents have always been quirky, charming and original, but now they are adding a new sophistication to their songs. Singer Tatou and the multi-instrumentalist known simply as Blu come from around Marseilles, and set out to match Proven?al styles and a dash of chanson against black musical influences from the Americas that have long been a part of the port city's culture. They do so using guitars, banjo and Brazilian percussion, and their mostly upbeat, melodic songs include simple, rousing singalong pieces such as Empeche-Moi and Mon Ouragan. But they are impressive musicians, despite the apparently carefree simplicity of their approach, and there are sections here where they calm down to show off Blu's multi-instrumental skills.
Tracks:
1. O que calor! 03:12
2. Par la fenetre... 02:41
3. Sur la rive 04:36
4. Forever Polida 02:34
5. Mon escarrida 03:13
6. Sus l'autura 03:26
7. Les plaisirs de la peche 03:45
8. La madona dau T.E.R. 02:48
9. Quand tu n'as que des bons amis 02:22
10. Lo libre salabrum 02:57
11. Boulevard Bertolucci 03:15
12. La grand 02:45
13. Per soleta companhia 03:21
