#1 · 2022
A key soundtrack compilation highlighting Magne's collaboration with Georges Lautner, featuring tracks like "Tamouré" and "Slow Des Tontons."
13 tracks2022 reissueLabel: DECCA
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Michel Magne
Michel Magne, born in Lisieux in 1930, was a French composer known for his film soundtracks and experimental music, active mainly during the 1950s to 1980s.
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About
Michel Magne, French composer of film scores and experimental albums, 1930-1984.
Over 320 releases including original scores for French cinema; vinyl prices vary from 2 € to 20 € on key albums.
Michel Magne's work spans film soundtracks, electronic, experimental, and easy listening genres. He composed music for numerous notable French films, including collaborations with director Georges Lautner. His vinyl discography includes soundtracks such as "Les Tontons Flingueurs," "Don Juan 73," and "Un Singe En Hiver," alongside avant-garde albums like the "Éléments" series. Magne's music is available on various labels including Barclay, DECCA, Egg, and Le Pop Club Records.
Collectors can find original and reissued vinyl pressings from France, Japan, and Canada, with prices reflecting rarity and edition, from affordable soundtracks to more niche experimental works.
Discography
Michel Magne — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Gaumont · 2013Les Tontons Flingueurs (La Bande Originale)
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Barclay · 1982Les Misérables (Bande Originale Du Film De Robert Hossein)
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Egg · 1980Éléments Nº 2 "L'Eau"
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Egg · 1978Elements Nº 1 "La Terre"
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Barclay · 1973Don Juan 1973 (Ou Si Don Juan Était Une Femme)
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Barclay · 1973Moi Y'en A Vouloir Des Sous (Chansons Originales Du Film)
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Barclay · 1972Tout Le Monde Il Est Beau, Tout Le Monde Il Est Gentil (Bande Originale Du Film)
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Ducretet Thomson · 1964La Ronde (Bande Sonore Originale Du Film)
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Paris · 1959Musique Tachiste
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Michel Magne's career.
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Palm Beach
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02
Un singe en hiver
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03
Grand theme Malko
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Fantomas (The Darkfarmer Chopped It Remix)
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Fantomas (The Dakfarmer Chopped It Remix)
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Un singe en hiver - Bande originale du film "Un singe en hiver"
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07
Tamouré
Les Tontons Flingueurs (La Bande Originale) · 2013
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Hymne à L'argent
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The essentials
The 3 Michel Magne albums you absolutely need
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#2 · 2021
Soundtrack to the 1973 film, blending jazz and pop rock influences, available as a 2021 vinyl reissue from Diggers Factory.
13 tracks2021 reissueLabel: Diggers Factory
#3 · 2025
A retrospective collection presenting the composer’s work and influence, issued on vinyl by Label Pantheon.
CompilationFuture release 2025Label: Label Pantheon
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For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
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.
Les Tontons Flingueurs (La Bande Originale)
Market position
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Min price 13 €Max price 13 €
Average price
13,05 €
Only 11 copies for sale on Discogs
13 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Les Misérables (Bande Originale Du Film De Robert Hossein)
Market position
i
Min price 2 €Max price 4 €
Average price
2,84 €
Only 45 copies for sale on Discogs
12 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Éléments Nº 2 "L'Eau"
Market position
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Min price 15 €Max price 20 €
Average price
15,41 €
Only 21 copies for sale on Discogs
256 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Elements Nº 1 "La Terre"
Market position
i
Min price 4 €Max price 21 €
Average price
9,31 €
Only 53 copies for sale on Discogs
259 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Moi Y'en A Vouloir Des Sous (Chansons Originales Du Film)
Market position
i
Min price 6 €Max price 11 €
Average price
8,91 €
Only 17 copies for sale on Discogs
284 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Don Juan 1973 (Ou Si Don Juan Était Une Femme)
Market position
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Min price 10 €Max price 16 €
Average price
10,88 €
Only 22 copies for sale on Discogs
89 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Michel Magne
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
His soundtracks remain a reference for French cinema lovers.— French vinyl collector
01Album
Les Tontons Flingueurs (La Bande Originale) 2021 Reissue
This limited edition 12" 45 RPM vinyl of the 1963 film soundtrack was reissued in France by Le Pop Club Records in 2021, catalog number PCR035.
02Album
Éléments Nº 2 "L'Eau"
The 1980 album "Éléments Nº 2 'L'Eau'" blends modern classical and fusion, issued on LP by Egg with catalog numbers 91039 and 91 039 in France and reissued in Japan.
03Album
Les Misérables (Bande Originale Du Film De Robert Hossein) 1982
Michel Magne composed the 1982 soundtrack album for Robert Hossein's film "Les Misérables," released on vinyl by Barclay in France and Pro-Culture in Canada.
04Studio
Composer's Origin
Michel Magne was born in Lisieux, France, on March 20, 1930, establishing his roots in the Normandy region before his career in music composition.
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FAQ
FAQ: Michel Magne on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What genre of music did Michel Magne primarily compose?
Michel Magne mainly composed film soundtracks spanning genres like electronic, experimental, and easy listening music.
Which Michel Magne albums are available on vinyl with original French pressings?
Original French vinyl pressings include "Les Tontons Flingueurs" (Le Pop Club Records 2021), "Éléments Nº 2 'L'Eau'" (Egg, 1980), and "Elements Nº 1 'La Terre'" (Egg, 1978).
Are there vinyl reissues of Michel Magne's soundtracks?
Yes, many of Michel Magne's soundtracks have been reissued on vinyl, including "Les Tontons Flingueurs" (2021 reissue) and "Don Juan 73" (2021 reissue).
What are the price ranges for Michel Magne vinyl records?
Prices for Michel Magne vinyl vary widely, from around 2 € for some "Les Misérables" pressings to upwards of 20 € for rarer albums like "Éléments Nº 2 'L'Eau'."
Where was Michel Magne born and where did he pass away?
Michel Magne was born in Lisieux, Normandy, France, and passed away in Cergy, Val-d'Oise, France in 1984.
Which labels released Michel Magne vinyl records in France?
In France, Michel Magne's vinyl was released on labels including Barclay, Egg, Le Pop Club Records, and DECCA.
How many tracks are typically on Michel Magne's soundtrack vinyl albums?
Soundtrack albums typically contain between 12 and 13 tracks, such as "Don Juan 73" with 13 tracks and "Moi Y'en A Vouloir Des Sous" with 12 tracks.
Are Michel Magne's soundtracks popular among vinyl collectors?
Yes, Michel Magne's film scores attract collectors due to their historic and musical significance, with a good number of releases and pressings available.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026