Artist page · 07/07/2026
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Four key LPs blending reggae, pop, and ska styles — original pressings tracked in real time.
Pierpoljak’s discography combines reggae, pop francophone, rocksteady, and ska. After starting in punk rock bands, he embraced Caribbean sounds and recorded at iconic Jamaican studios with producers like Clive Hunt. His vinyl catalog features several LPs released on labels such as Verycords and Barclay, with multiple pressings available. His works include collaborations with notable reggae musicians and embody a fusion of French and Jamaican reggae traditions.
Vinyl collectors can find original and recent pressings ranging from the 1996 self-titled album to 2020’s "La Roue Tourne Igo," priced from around €24 to over €170. This offers a snapshot of Pierpoljak’s evolving sound grounded in roots reggae and francophone musical styles.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Verycords · 2020
Verycords · 2017
Verycords · 2015
Barclay · 2000
Barclay · 1998
Barclay · 1997
Barclay · 1996Playlist
The tracks that sum up Pierpoljak's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Recorded at Tuff Gong studio, this 11-track reggae album marks one of Pierpoljak’s latest works, combining classic roots sounds with lyrical depth.
This album features 14 tracks recorded at Kingston’s Tuff Gong studio, including the hit single "Maman" and blends reggae with francophone pop elements.
A 2017 release on Verycords showcasing Pierpoljak’s reggae-rooted style with 11 tracks blending rocksteady and traditional reggae motifs.
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Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
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Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Reggae is a language of its own, connecting Paris and Kingston through rhythm and roots."— Pierpoljak
Pierpoljak recorded multiple albums at the Tuff Gong studio in Kingston, including 1996’s "En Jamaica" and 2000’s "Je Fais C'Que J'Veux" with producer Clive Hunt and reggae legends like Horsemouth and Earl Chinna Smith.
Released in 2000, this album earned double gold and contains the well-known track "Maman" which contributed to Pierpoljak’s widespread recognition in French reggae.
The original vinyl pressing of the 2017 album "Chapeau de Paille" was released on Verycords in France, catalog number 6022046157, with prices around €170 for collectors.
The 2020 original LP pressing of "La Roue Tourne Igo" appears with catalog number 6022046275 on Verycords, currently listed for about €24 and available with four copies for sale.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Pierpoljak is a French singer born in 1964 in Paris, known for reggae, francophone pop, and ska music, blending Caribbean rhythms with French lyrics.
Essential vinyls include "La Roue Tourne Igo" (2020 LP), "Je Fais C'Que J'Veux" (2000 vinyl LP), and "Chapeau de Paille" (2017 LP), all available in original pressings.
Many albums were recorded at the Tuff Gong studio in Kingston, Jamaica, a key location for reggae music production.
Look for vinyl pressings issued by labels like Verycords or Barclay, with country of release often France or Europe and specific catalog numbers.
Prices vary widely, from roughly €24 for recent pressings like "La Roue Tourne Igo" to about €170 for collector's originals like "Chapeau de Paille."
Yes, some releases such as "Je Fais C'Que J'Veux" have European pressings, expanding availability beyond France.
He collaborated with Jamaican musicians like Horsemouth and Earl Chinna Smith and featured guest artists Elephant Man and Tiken Jah Fakoly on later albums.
Pierpoljak grew up in Paris suburbs including Essonne and Colombes in the Hauts-de-Seine region.
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