Artist profile · 06/07/2026
Jean-Jacques Goldman
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- Albums on Vinyles.com
- 171k
- Last.fm listeners
- 3M
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About
Jean-Jacques Goldman, French pop and variété singer-songwriter from Paris, active since the 1980s.
Jean-Jacques Goldman began his music career performing with groups like Red Mountain Gospellers and Taï Phong before launching a solo career in the 1980s. He is recognized for writing for major French-speaking artists such as Johnny Hallyday and Céline Dion. His catalog features a blend of pop and chanson styles, often accompanied by guitar. His albums are frequently pressed on vinyl, with editions ranging from original 1980s pressings to recent reissues on labels like Epic and Columbia.
Notable albums include "Entre gris clair et gris foncé" (1987), originally issued on vinyl in multiple French editions, and the 1997 "En passant," issued as a reissue LP in Europe in 2017. His live album "En Public" from 1986 has several pressings including French and Canadian editions.
Discography
Jean-Jacques Goldman discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Data provided by Discogs
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Signature songs
- 01
Quand La Musique Est Bonne - 02
Je te donneNon Homologué · 1985 - 03
Envole-MoiEn Public · 1986 - 04Au Bout De Mes Rêves
- 05Je Marche SeulNon Homologué · 1985
- 06Comme toiEn Public · 1986
- 07Encore Un Matin
- 08
DouxEntre Gris Clair Et Gris Foncé · 1987
Essentials
3 Jean-Jacques Goldman albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 2001Known for its poetic songwriting across 14 tracks, this 2019 vinyl reissue on JRG is a key representation of Goldman's late career works and remains sought after by fans.
14 tracksLimited Edition2019 ReissueLabel: JRG Productions
#2 · 1997This album features 11 tracks blending pop and chanson styles, reissued on vinyl in 2017 across Europe on Sony Music, with steady interest from collectors.
11 tracks2017 ReissueLabel: Sony Music
#3 · 1987Originally released in the late 80s, this album contains 20 tracks showcasing Goldman's songwriting depth, with French vinyl pressings selling from a few to almost 8 euros.
20 tracksOriginal vinylLabel: Epic
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Chansons Pour Les Pieds 2019 LP reissue
This French limited edition vinyl was released in 2019 on the label JRG, catalog number 19075873121. It remains a sought-after pressing with a recorded lowest market price of 39 euros and 6 copies currently available for sale.
En Passant 2017 vinyl European reissue
Sony Music reissued this album on vinyl in Europe in 2017 under catalog number 88985435521. The vinyl features 11 tracks and was well received among vinyl collectors with a median price around 42 euros.
Traces original 1989 vinyl French pressing
The 1989 French original pressing of Traces on Epic, catalog EPC 463 426-1, includes 13 tracks blending funk, blues, and chanson. It offers one of Goldman's longer vinyl albums and is widely available from 4.5 to 20 euros.
Entre Gris Clair et Gris Foncé 1987 French vinyl editions
Multiple French vinyl pressings were issued in 1987 for this album on Epic, including stereo and other editions catalogued under EPC 460404 1. Prices range from just over 3 euros to nearly 8 euros per copy.
"Je ne veux pas être un monument, mais une musique utile à ceux qui m'écoutent."— Jean-Jacques Goldman
En Public 1986 French and Canadian pressings
En Public was released in 1986 as a live album with pressings in France on Epic EPC 450191 1 and Canada on CBS GFC-90749. French editions are more common with prices from 3 to 25 euros, while Canadian ones can be harder to find.
Jean-Jacques Goldman vinyl discography
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Jean-Jacques Goldman CDs
See allLa Collection 1981-1989 Coffret
Jean-Jacques Goldman
Pop francophonePop
2017-08-01Sony BMG Music EntertainmentFrom$62.92
1 offerQuand la musique est bonne - à l'envers
Jean-Jacques Goldman
Pop francophonePop
2016-08-12SONY MUSIC CATALOGUEEntre gris clair et gris foncé
Jean-Jacques Goldman
Pop francophonePop
2016-06-17SONY MUSIC CATALOGUEFrom$26.65
2 offersFredericks, Goldman, Jones - rouge
Jean-Jacques Goldman
Pop francophonePop
2015-08-14SONY MUSIC CATALOGUELive 98 En passant
Jean-Jacques Goldman
Pop francophonePop
2013-08-26SONY MUSIC CATALOGUEFrom$33.92
1 offerLa collection 1990 - 2001 (legacy 4cd+dvd)
Jean-Jacques Goldman
Pop francophonePop
2012-11-19SONY MUSIC CATALOGUE
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Jean-Jacques Goldman and what style of music does he perform?
Jean-Jacques Goldman is a French singer-songwriter known for pop and variété française, with a career beginning in the late 1970s and lasting several decades.
What types of vinyl records are available for Jean-Jacques Goldman's works?
His discography on vinyl includes studio LPs, live albums, and reissues, often available in original French pressings and various limited editions.
Which album is considered essential for new listeners to start with?
"Entre gris clair et gris foncé" from 1987 offers a comprehensive look at his songwriting and remains a key album on vinyl for collectors and newcomers.
Are Jean-Jacques Goldman's vinyl records expensive?
Prices vary widely, from affordable older pressings to limited editions that can reach around 40 euros, depending on condition and rarity.
Where can I find original French pressings of his albums?
Original pressings mostly come from labels like Epic and Columbia and are commonly found on vinyl collecting platforms selling French editions from the 1980s onwards.
How many tracks are typically found on his albums?
Albums typically contain between 10 to 20 tracks, with some deluxe editions exceeding that count, such as "Entre gris clair et gris foncé" which has 20 tracks.
Is Jean-Jacques Goldman popular in France?
Yes, he has over 170,000 monthly listeners digitally and remains influential in the French pop and chanson scenes.
Are there any notable collaborations or side projects in Goldman's career?
Goldman was part of the trio Fredericks Goldman Jones in the 1990s and wrote songs for artists like Johnny Hallyday and Céline Dion, expanding his influence beyond solo works.
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