®Jeanne Henriques – Collage of Life
Hello everyone! For today, something a little different and a post that has absolutely nothing whatsoever to do with Provence. But music is the stuff of life, a subject very dear to my heart. When my friend Jeanne, whose incredibly inspiring blogs Collage of Life and Expat Diary: Vietnam–both of which are documenting her very recent move to Saigon–expressed interest in finding new music for her time there, I knew it was time to get out the DJ headphones!
Remi and I had an exceptional experience in Vietnam. Saigon was the starting point for a cruise up the Mekong River to Cambodia. The feeling that stayed with me is that Vietnam is a land of incredible lushness with a vibrancy and kindness that cuts through the shadows of the past. Her new home has been painted a bright shade of mango (a surprise from her husband) and I tried to pick tunes that would waft well through the wide open verandas, both current and from long ago. Jeanne being the incredibly generous person that she is immediately suggested that I share the list with you.
I hope that you enjoy!
The song that I am currently obsessed with:
“Tease Me” by Lianne La Havas. I don’t love all of the rest of the album but there are some other bijous as well such as “No Room for Doubt”.
As well as:
Feist in a gorgeous video. Haunting is right!
For discovering new music:
Stereomood. I love that you can pick a mood! Isn’t that what listening to music is all about? I have found so many artists that I love including…
Colman Brothers. I love this album, especially “Some Other Wonder”.
As well as the last song that I was obsessed with (and still listen to when I am having trouble writing):
“1901” cover by Birdy.
Also found on Stereomood:
The Berlinist. I like all of the album but especially “Ollie Falls Asleep”. Soundcloud is another site that is wonderful for discovering.
Vincent Segal and Ballaké Sissoko. Chamber Music. If you don’t have this already, you will love it, I believe. Cello and kora played by two amazing artists.
Ali Farka Touré & Toumani Diabete. “Ali and Toumani”. This album has been out for a few years but is still a go to when I am in a bad mood.
This is a group that Remi and I have listened to a lot over the years. “Jazz” is a favorite tune but they have a new album out as well that I haven’t listened to yet.
This Japanese DJ/musician is another favorite. Amazing. Actually, here: http://youtu.be/HF5Eqvr7Qgk “Blue sky and yellow sunflower” a mashup with Claire de Lune…
Jean Sablon. Remi has been listening to some lesser known French singers from the 30s-50s and I am crazy for Jean Sablon.
“Stay the Same” by Bonobo featuring Andreya Triana. Actually the entire ‘Black Sands’ album could be wonderful.
“Do it again” by Shirley Horn because we all could use a dose of her fine voice now and again. One of my all time favorite chanteuse de jazz…
And finally:
Don’t be held back by this being a French radio station as it has the most eclectic playlist on the planet! Within an hour, you can hear everything from Jeanne Moreau to the Black Keys to Wagner.
®Jeanne Henriques – Collage of Life
So there you have it! Wishing you all a wonderful weekend ahead. Tomorrow is my birthday, 43 here I come…Hooray!
Oh and of course a belated Happy Birthday my friend!
xoxo
Karena
Heather Thank you so much for featuring Jeanne's new home and the links to new adventure in music. I cannot wait to try some of these!
xoxo
Karena
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Hello everyone! I had an absolutely wonderful birthday and it was just so lovely to come home to all of these messages and emails from friends all over the world–thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
Happy Happy Birthday, beautiful sister!!! It was wonderful talking to you just now; I'm so glad to hear you've had such a great day! Of course you are feeling all of this love for you, from all over the planet, and then, later, eating chocolate lava cakes to seal the deal! Voila!!! I love you so much and hope this is a wonderful year for you! Happy Birthday! : )
Wishing you a very Happy and joyous Birthday Heather! Don't worry another year doesn't hurt and be thankful you get to age! Enjoy your day!
XX
Debra~
P.S. Dylan hates the heat and he's looking forward to winter. He has a light summer haircut but it isn't enough so he's down taking a swim with Dad. I hope Ben is surviving!
Best wishes Heather! I hope you have a wonderful birthday. I can't wait to go through the music list. The first artist is an interesting vibe… and what a voice!
Enjoy your weekend!
leslie
Happy Birthday Heather. Wishing that all the beauty you put out into the world comes back to you in droves. And, please, for my sake, don't forget to EAT SOME CAKE on your special day!
Bisous,
Judith
Oh dear Heather. Happy Birthday to you! It's amazingly getting better and better, don't you think? It'll be a very special day. I wish you all the very best.
Thank you very much for the music list. I'll have a couple of new favorites, perfect for my jet-lagged sleepless nights.
Natalie