La Danse De La Vie by Beausoleil - DeepRiffs

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Even if its sole distinction was that it was "that band playing with Mary Chapin Carpenter on 'Down at the Twist and Shout,'" Beausoleil would be the world's most famous Cajun band. It is, however, much more than that. Beausoleil's chief achievement is that it saved a wonderful but fading music form. Not only did the band bring Cajun music back to life, but it also sought out new and creative avenues for the music to explore. Over the years, Beausoleil has managed to stick close to the spirit of traditional Cajun while expanding the form to include electric instruments and the occasional co-optation of alien musical influences.

Beausoleil is long regarded as a crew of expert musicians and dedicated Cajun archivists, but its members are also fine songwriters. LA DANSE DE LA VIE, a 13-song collection on which nearly all the compositions are Beausoleil originals, demonstrates this capactity. The writing never strays far from the conventions of Cajun music. Consequently, DANSE sounds instantly familiar. Famous pal Mary Chapin Carpenter turns up to add harmonies on two songs. Those seeking an introduction to Beausoleil-and to Cajun music in general-might want to consider BAYOU DELUXE, the band's fine greatest-hits package.

1. LaDanse De La Vie (The Dance of Life)

Accordion: Jimmy Breaux; Performer
Background Vocals: K-john Jennings; Performer
Banjo: Al Tharp; Performer
Bass: Al Tharp; Performer
Drums: Tommy Alesi; Performer
Fiddle: Al Tharp
Michael Doucet; Performer
Guitar: David Doucet
Michael Doucet; Performer
Lead Vocals: Michael Doucet; Performer
Producer: Michael Doucet
John Jennings
Beausoleil; Production
Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Mandolin: Michael Doucet; Performer
Percussion: Billy Ware; Performer
Vibraphone: Billy Ware; Performer
Vocals: David Doucet
Al Tharp; Performer
Composer: Michael Doucet; Composer

2. Dans le Grand Brouillard

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Composer: M. Doucet; Composer

3. L'Ouragon

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Composer: M. Doucet; Composer

4. Dis-Moi Pas

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Composer: D. Doucet
M. Doucet; Composer

5. Jeunes Filles de la Campagne

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Arranger: M. Doucet; Composer
Composer: Traditional; Composer

6. La Fille de Quatorze Ans

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Arranger: M. Doucet; Composer
Composer: Traditional; Composer

7. Quelle Belle Vie (Oh What a Life)

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Accordion: Jimmy Breaux; Performer
Background Vocals: Mary Chapin Carpenter; Performer
Banjo: Al Tharp; Performer
Bass: Al Tharp; Performer
Drums: Tommy Alesi; Performer
Fiddle: Al Tharp
Michael Doucet; Performer
Guitar: K-john Jennings
David Doucet
Michael Doucet; Performer
Lead Vocals: Michael Doucet; Performer
Producer: Beausoleil
John Jennings
Michael Doucet; Production
Mandolin: Michael Doucet; Performer
Percussion: Billy Ware; Performer
Vibraphone: Billy Ware; Performer
Vocals: David Doucet
Al Tharp; Performer
Composer: Roy Hayes; Composer

8. R. D. Special

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Composer: J. Breaux
M. Doucet; Composer

9. Chanson Pour Ezra (Song for Ezra)

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Accordion: Jimmy Breaux; Performer
Background Vocals: Mary Chapin Carpenter; Performer
Bass: Tommy Comeaux
Al Tharp; Performer
Classical Guitar: K-john Jennings; Performer
Drums: Tommy Alesi; Performer
Guitar: David Doucet
Michael Doucet; Performer
Lead Vocals: David Doucet
Michael Doucet; Performer
Percussion: Billy Ware; Performer
Composer: Sharon Arms Doucet
Michael Doucet; Composer
Producer: Beausoleil
Michael Doucet
John Jennings; Production

10. Menage a Trois Reels

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Composer: D Mcgee
M. Doucet
Sd Courville; Composer

11. Zydeco X (Studio Version)

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Composer: Michael Doucet
M. Doucet; Composer
Lyricist: Michael Doucet; Composer

12. Je Tombe aux Genoux

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Arranger: M. Doucet; Composer
Composer: Traditional; Composer

13. Attrape Mes Larmes (Pour Dewey)

Primary Artist: Beausoleil; Main Performer
Composer: M. Doucet; Composer

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

13 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

53 minutes and 48 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 1500x1500 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

Only 1/13 tracks has lyrics

Synchronized Lyrics

No synced lyrics found

Genres

North America, World, Worldwide, Zydeco, Cajun

Label

Rhino

Music Distribution Service

WMG Mora

Country

United States

Language

French (France)

Popularity

Release Date

Dec 31, 1992

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

81227511661