Artist page · 06/07/2026
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14 vinyl releases with originals from Barclay label — prices range widely on key LPs like Sauver L'Amour and Vendeurs De Larmes.
Balavoine contributed significantly to French pop and chanson, blending rock and advanced sound techniques into his music. Throughout his career, he issued notable albums that have since been reissued on vinyl, with original pressings primarily released by Barclay. Highlights include his early 1975 album and later works from the early 80s, which explored both musical and lyrical depth with a range of 10 to 13 tracks per album.
His influence extended to roles in rock operas and humanitarian engagements, bolstering his status within French music history. Present-day vinyl collectors find a mix of original and reissue pressings with price variations reflecting rarity and demand, all trackable via specialized platforms.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Barclay · 1985
Riviera LM Recording System · 1984
Barclay · 1983
Barclay · 1982
Riviera LM Recording System · 1980
Riviera LM Recording System · 1978
Barclay · 1977
Barclay · 1975Playlist
The tracks that sum up Daniel Balavoine's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A landmark 1985 LP featuring 9 tracks including hits like Tous Les Cris Les S.O.S. and L'Aziza, available in original Barclay pressings with prices between €6.50 and €10.
Released in 1982, this LP covers 13 tracks including Vivre Ou Survivre and Dieu Que L'Amour Est Triste. Originals are found from France and Canada with prices from €2.49 to €13.05.
From 1978, 'Le Chanteur' features 10 chanson-styled tracks, originally released on Riviera LM Recording System and reissued multiple times, prices varying widely with some original copies fetching up to €18.90.
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Artists who share part of Daniel Balavoine's musical DNA.
Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
His voice was said to be like crystal, carrying emotion with clarity and power.— Contemporary Observers
Balavoine's live album recorded at Palais Des Sports showcases performances from his late career, highlighting songs that blend pop and chanson styles, reflecting his evolving sound dynamics.
'Sauver L'Amour' was recorded and released in 1985 with Barclay label, featuring a refined pop sound and seminal tracks like "Tous Les Cris Les S.O.S." and "L'Aziza".
Original Barclay pressings of key albums such as 'Vendeurs De Larmes' and 'Loin Des Yeux De L'Occident' are widely collected, with vinyl prices ranging from modest to premium depending on condition and pressing year.
Balavoine's studio releases spanned from 1975's 'De Vous À Elle En Passant Par Moi' to 1985's 'Sauver L'Amour', covering a decade of French pop evolution with nine to thirteen tracks per album.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
'Sauver L'Amour', 'Vendeurs De Larmes', and 'Le Chanteur' are among his most popular vinyl albums collectors seek.
He was born in Alençon, France, in 1952.
His music primarily falls within French pop and chanson, with elements of rock and synth-pop in later years.
Original pressings, especially from the Barclay label during the early 80s, hold more value and are collected for their rarity and sound quality.
'Le Chanteur' from 1978 is a good introduction, balancing early chanson style with accessible pop songwriting.
Online vinyl price tracking platforms aggregate listings from French and European vendors, providing updated availability and pricing.
Yes, 'Balavoine au Palais Des Sports' captures live performances and is available as a vinyl release.
Explore contemporaries like Jean-Jacques Goldman, Michel Berger, and Francis Cabrel for similar French pop and chanson styles.
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