'Boulevard' Recording and Release
The 1995 album 'Boulevard' was released on the F Communications label with 8 tracks blending downtempo and deep house, marking St Germain's breakthrough.
Artist profile · 04/07/2026
About
Ludovic Navarre, known as St Germain, began his career around 1993, taking his moniker from his hometown and Paris's Saint-Germain-des-Prés district. His work combines deep house rhythms with elements of jazz and soul, emphasizing downtempo and acid jazz influences. Early independent releases led to partnerships with labels like F Communications and later Blue Note Records. His albums often feature rich instrumental textures and world music touches, appealing to vinyl collectors and audiophiles worldwide.
Vinyles.com tracks 6 key releases offering a spectrum of formats including LP and 180g double LP remixes.
Discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
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Rose RougeTourist · 2000
Sure ThingTourist · 2000
Montego Bay SpleenTourist · 2000
So FluteTourist · 2000
Latin NoteTourist · 2000
Pont des ArtsTourist · 2000
La Goutte d'OrTourist · 2000
Land of...Tourist · 2000Essentials
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#1 · 1995St Germain's debut album that laid the foundation for his blend of deep house and downtempo jazz, instrumental to the French touch movement.
#2 · 2000This album elevated St Germain's international profile with deep house, jazz fusion, and world music elements across 9 tracks.
#3 · 2015Self-titled album continuing the fusion of electronic and jazz influences with 8 intricate tracks, pressed on European Warner Music.
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B-side
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The 1995 album 'Boulevard' was released on the F Communications label with 8 tracks blending downtempo and deep house, marking St Germain's breakthrough.
The 2000 'Tourist' LP was originally pressed in France by Blue Note with notable vinyl editions fetching prices from 15€ to 98€ depending on condition and pressing.
In 2015, the self-titled 'St Germain' was released on Warner Music France in a stereo LP format with wide availability across European markets.
'Tourist Travel Versions' was issued in 2021 as an LP album under Primary Society, featuring remixes and newer versions of St Germain tracks, with affordable vinyl pricing around 6€.
My musical approach combines electronic beats with jazz and soul influences to create a unique rhythmic atmosphere.— St Germain
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
St Germain, Ludovic Navarre, was born in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France in 1973.
His music blends deep house, nu jazz, downtempo, electronic, acid jazz, and world fusion.
Starting with the 1995 'Boulevard' LP is recommended to experience the roots of his French house and nu jazz sound.
Yes, original pressings for 'Boulevard' and 'St Germain' LPs were released across Europe, especially France.
'Tourist' was originally pressed in France on Blue Note in 2000, with multiple vinyl editions available.
The 2015 LP features 8 tracks with a complex fusion of electronic and jazz elements.
Yes, his vinyl releases often come in high-quality pressings including 180g vinyl and stereo formats valued by audiophiles.
The 2021 'Tourist Travel Versions' LP offers remixes at a median price around 6€, accessible for collectors.
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