Les Colocs - Les Colocs (Vinyl)

Les Colocs is the debut album by Quebec band Les Colocs, released on 23 February 1993. The album was an instant success and is considered an important milestone in the history of Quebec music in the 1990s. It is distinguished by an eclectic style blending rock, folk, reggae and ska, as well as lyrics addressing social issues such as poverty, marginalization and illness.

Among the best-known tracks are ‘La rue principale,’ ‘Passe-moé la puck,’ ‘Mauvais caractère,’ ‘Séropositif boogie’ and ‘Julie.’ The album is often cited as a landmark work for its authenticity and influence on the French-language music scene.

Tracklisting

Side A

1. Dédé
2. La Rue principale
3. Passe-moé la puck
4. Mauvais caractère
5. Séropositif boogie

Side B

1. La traversée
2. Je chante comme une casserole
3. Maudit qu'le monde est beau
4. Juste une p'tite nuite
5. Julie