Tristan Corbière - Le Bossu Bitor

Review by Andreas Palm

Le Bossu Bitor is a unique and captivating album by French poet and musician Tristan Corbière. The album's title translates to "The Hunchback Bitor," which is a reference to one of Corbière's poems. The songs on the album are inspired by Corbière's poetry and feature his rich and evocative language.

The album is a combination of spoken word and music, with Corbière's poetry recited over a backdrop of acoustic guitar, accordion, and other instruments. The result is a haunting and atmospheric sound that perfectly captures the mood of Corbière's poetry. The songs are often melancholy and introspective, but also contain moments of humor and irony.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Le Chasseur de Rats," which tells the story of a man who hunts rats in the sewers of Paris. The song has a driving rhythm and a catchy chorus that will stick in your head long after you've finished listening. Other highlights include "Les Amours Jaunes," a love song with a dreamy, almost psychedelic feel, and "L'Angoisse," a haunting ballad that explores the themes of anxiety and despair.

Summary by Andreas Palm

Le Bossu Bitor is a must-listen for fans of French poetry and music. Corbière's unique voice and poetic sensibility are perfectly captured in the album's haunting and atmospheric sound. Whether you're familiar with Corbière's poetry or not, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.