Henri Texier's "Holy Lola" is a captivating journey through the realms of French jazz, released on January 1, 2004, under the Label Bleu imprint. This album spans a generous 70 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of 22 tracks that blend Texier's masterful bass playing with evocative compositions. From the hauntingly beautiful "No Children" to the rhythmic allure of "Moto Dop," each piece tells a story, painting vivid sonic landscapes that resonate with depth and emotion. The album's title track, "Holy Lola," along with its postscript "Holy Lola (Post scriptum)," frames this collection with a sense of completeness, while tracks like "Phnom Penh Blues" and "Tonlé Sap" hint at Texier's global influences and storytelling prowess. "Holy Lola" is not just an album; it's an immersive experience that showcases Henri Texier's artistry and his ability to weave intricate narratives through sound.
2004 Label Bleu2004 Label Bleu
Tracks
Holy générique (Début)Henri Texier
Sentinelle éternelleHenri Texier
No ChildrenDominique Pifarély, Vincent Courtois, Bruno Chevillon, Manu Codjia
Chemises sauvagesFrançois Corneloup, Louis Sclavis, Sébastien Texier
"Partout j'te vois"Henri Texier
"Y'a des vautours au Cambodge"Francis Pichon, Louis Sclavis, François Corneloup, Sébastien Texier, Henri Texier
Voyage à KepHenri Texier, Manu Codjia, Sébastien Texier, Louis Sclavis
Moto DopManu Codjia, Georgui Kornazov, Louis Sclavis, Christophe Marguet
FunambuleHenri Texier
OrphansSébastien Texier, Georgui Kornazov, François Corneloup
"Pas dans mon ventre"Francis Pichon, Henri Texier
Phnom Penh BluesGeorgui Kornazov, Sébastien Texier, Louis Sclavis, Manu Codjia
Tonlé SapLouis Sclavis, Georgui Kornazov, François Corneloup
"You Sing?"Dominique Pifarély
DéchargeSébastien Texier, Henri Texier
PagodeLouis Sclavis, Vincent Courtois, Dominique Pifarély, François Merville, Bruno Chevillon
DéminageBruno Chevillon
Fête des eauxHenri Texier
Clinique Sim DuongHenri Texier
"Décédés ou disparus ?"Henri Texier
Docteur Sim DuongDominique Pifarély, Vincent Courtois, François Merville, Bruno Chevillon