In March 1971, “Philips” label released “Histoire de Melody Nelson”, the tenth Serge Gainsbourg album. It was recorded April 1970 – February 1971, at “Studio Marble Arch” in London, and “Studio des Dames” in Paris, and was produced by Jean-Claude Desmarty.
Personnel:
- Serge Gainsbourg- vocals, piano, guitar
- Jane Birkin- vocal parts
- Alan Parker– guitar
- Big Jim Sullivan- rhythm guitar
- Roger Coulam– keyboards
- Dave Richmond– bass
- Dougie Wright – drums
- Jean-Luc Ponty- electric violin
- Jean-Claude Vannier- arrangements, orchestra direction
- Jean-Claude Charvier – recording
Track listing:
All tracks by Serge Gainsbourg except where noted.
- Melody
- Ballade de Melody Nelson – music by Serge Gainsbourg, Jean-Claude Vannier
- Valse de Melody
- Ah! Melody – music by Serge Gainsbourg, Jean-Claude Vannier
- L’hôtel particulier
- En Melody – music by Serge Gainsbourg, Jean-Claude Vannier
- Cargo culte
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