Nº1 : Georges Brassens chante… les chansons poétiques (… et souvent gaillardes) de… Georges Brassens
Georges Brassens
1952Studio
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Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Georges Brassens
Georges Brassens (1921-1981) was a French singer-songwriter and poet from Sète, admired for his chanson à texte blending folk, pop, and variety francophone styles.
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About
Georges Brassens, French chanson's poetic voice from Sète to vinyl collectors.
Over 25 vinyl records in varied French folk and pop styles with original 70s and 80s LPs tracked in real-time pricing.
Brassens started performing in Parisian cabarets in the early 1950s, quickly gaining recognition for his intricate, poetic lyrics set to simple guitar arrangements. He recorded extensively for Philips Records, releasing numerous LPs mostly in the 1950s through the late 1970s. His work remains a cornerstone of French chanson, embracing themes of everyday life with wit and irony. Brassens' vinyl catalog on Vinyles.com includes various reissues and original pressings, spanning studio albums, live recordings, and compilations.
Notable labels include Philips and Mercury Records, with several releases originally mono and later issued in stereo.
Discography
Georges Brassens discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Nº2 : Georges Brassens interprète ses dernières compositions
Georges Brassens
1953Studio
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Nº3 : Georges Brassens, sa guitare et les rythmes
Georges Brassens
1954Studio
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Nº4 : Georges Brassens et sa guitare
Georges Brassens
1956Studio
- Vinyl 2
- CD 1
- Cassette
Nº5 : Georges Brassens et sa guitare
Georges Brassens
1957Studio
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Nº7 : Georges Brassens
Georges Brassens
1960Studio
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Nº8 : Georges Brassens, à la basse : Pierre Nicolas
Georges Brassens
1961Studio
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Nº9 : Les Trompettes de la renommée
Georges Brassens
1962Studio
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Nº10 : Les Copains d'abord
Georges Brassens
1964Studio
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- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Volume 1 : La Mauvaise Réputation
Georges Brassens
1965Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Volume 2 : Les Amoureux des bancs publics
Georges Brassens
1965Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Volume 4 : Je me suis fait tout petit
Georges Brassens
1965Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Volume 5 : Le Pornographe
Georges Brassens
1965Studio
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Volume 6 : Le Mécréant
Georges Brassens
1965Studio
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Volume 7 : Les Trompettes de la renommée
Georges Brassens
1965Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Volume 8 : Les Copains d’abord
Georges Brassens
1965Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Volume 9 : Supplique pour être enterré à la plage de Sète
Georges Brassens
1966Studio
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Volume 11 : Fernande
Georges Brassens
1972Studio
- Vinyl 1
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- Cassette 1
Brassens in Great Britain: Live 73
Georges Brassens
1975Live
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
20 ans d'émissions avec Georges Brassens à Europe 1
Georges Brassens
1976Live
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- Cassette
Volume 12 : Don Juan
Georges Brassens
1976Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Georges Brassens chante les chansons de sa jeunesse
Georges Brassens
1982Studio
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Brassens chante Bruant, Colpi, Musset, Nadaud, Norge
Georges Brassens
1984Studio
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TNP 1966
Georges Brassens
1996Live
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- Cassette
Bobino 64
Georges Brassens
2001Live
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
La Comédie‐Canadienne : Montréal 1961
Georges Brassens
2011Live
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Data provided by Discogs
Listen
Signature songs
- 01
Les copains d'abordIn Great Britain · 1975 - 02Chanson Pour L'AuvergnatIn Great Britain · 1975
- 03La mauvaise réputationIn Great Britain · 1975
- 04
Les Amoureux des Bancs Publics - 05Le gorilleIn Great Britain · 1975
- 06Je me suis fait tout petit
- 07Brave Margot
- 08Le parapluie
Essentials
3 Georges Brassens albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
- #1 · 1976
A 1976 studio album released on Philips capturing Brassens' mature songwriting with 14 tracks of chanson blending poetic narrative and social commentary.
14 tracksStereoLabel: PhilipsCat.no 9101 092 - #2 · 1979
The 1979 Philips release features twelve tracks including signature songs like 'Les Copains D'abord' showcasing Brassens' storytelling and musical finesse.
12 tracksStereoLabel: PhilipsCat.no 9101 260 - #3 · 1982
This 1982 Philips LP offers 27 tracks revisiting early songs, reflecting on Brassens' youthful repertoire with a comprehensive collection for collectors.
27 tracksLabel: PhilipsCat.no 6622 032
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Georges Brassens
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
01Live Audition
Patachou's 1952 cabaret audition
On March 6, 1952, Brassens auditioned at the cabaret of Patachou in Paris. His nervous performance won immediate approval, launching his professional singing career with a collaboration spanning three decades with bassist Pierre Nicolas.
02Recording
Brassens' early Philips records in the 1950s
Between 1952 and 1955, Brassens recorded around a dozen songs for Philips Records, originally released on 78s before being compiled onto 10" LPs such as 'N°3' (1954) and 'N°4' (1956), establishing his signature style.
03Vinyl pressing
Philips LP ‘Nouvelles Chansons’ from 1976
The 1976 French Philips LP 'Nouvelles Chansons' (catalog number 9101 092) remains sought after with its stereo sound and 14 tracks blending narrative chanson, available in several reissues including Canadian pressings.
“You will stay here as long as it takes! People will eventually listen to you.”— Patachou to Brassens, 1952 Paris audition
05Collaboration
Three decades partnership with bassist Pierre Nicolas
Pierre Nicolas accompanied Brassens on double bass from his 1952 debut at Patachou’s cabaret, enhancing live performances and recordings until Brassens' final years.
Georges Brassens vinyl discography
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Variété francophoneVariétés
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Georges Brassens CDs
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Compilations Variété francophoneCompilations
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Pop francophonePop
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Pop francophonePop
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1 offerLes copains d'abord /vol.8
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Pop francophonePop
2016-02-26MERCURY RECORDSFrom$8.83
1 offerTalents : Georges Brassens /vol.1
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Pop francophonePop
2012-02-06MERCURY RECORDSFrom$9.58
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Georges Brassens and what genres did he contribute to?
Georges Brassens was a French singer-songwriter and poet best known for chansons blending folk, pop, and French variety styles rooted in poetic storytelling.
What are notable Georges Brassens vinyl albums available?
Notable LPs include ‘Nouvelles Chansons’ (1976 Philips stereo), ‘Elegie A Un Rat De Cave’ (1979 Philips), and ‘Chante Les Chansons De Sa Jeunesse’ (1982 Philips).
Where can Georges Brassens' vinyl records be pressed?
Brassens' vinyl editions were mainly pressed in France, with some Canadian and rare Japanese pressings for tribute albums.
What is the importance of the 1952 cabaret audition for Brassens?
His 1952 audition at cabaret Patachou in Paris was a turning point that launched his performing career despite early stage anxieties.
Are there original mono or stereo pressings of Brassens' albums?
Many early albums were originally mono, with later issues and reissues mostly in stereo, notably from the mid-70s onwards.
How can I track prices and availability of Georges Brassens' vinyl on Vinyles.com?
Vinyles.com offers real-time prices and stock info for numerous Brassens vinyl releases, including original and reissue pressings.
What themes are common in Brassens' songwriting?
Brassens' songs often explore everyday life, social commentary, irony, and poetic narratives rooted in French culture.
Are there any special editions of Georges Brassens vinyl records for collectors?
Collectors can find rare reissues and international pressings, including Japanese jazz tribute albums from 1979.
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Last updated: 04/07/2026