Artist page · 06/07/2026
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21 vinyl titles spanning 1974 to 2025, with notable pressings from Parlophone and RCA, including limited editions.
Alain Souchon emerged as a significant figure in French pop and chanson music beginning in the early 1970s. His evolution spans from early experimental sounds to mature, reflective songwriting that often touches on societal issues and personal introspection. Over 21 vinyl titles are available, including studio albums, live records, and compilations. Throughout his career, he has released albums on major labels such as Parlophone, RCA Records, and Virgin, with original and reissue pressings. His work maintains popularity among francophone audiences, reflected in steady vinyl sales and multiple reissues.
Vinyles.com features a range of pressings, including limited editions like the 2025 LP 'Studio Saint-Germain' on Parlophone and color variants such as the blue curacao vinyl of 'C'…
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Parlophone · 2025
Parlophone · 2019
Warner Music France · 2014
Virgin · 2011
Virgin · 2008
Virgin Music · 2005
Virgin · 2002
Virgin · 1999
Virgin · 1993
Virgin · 1990
Virgin · 1988
Virgin · 1985
RCA · 1984
RCA Victor · 1983
RCA · 1980
RCA Records · 1978
RCA · 1977
RCA Victor · 1976
RCA Victor · 1974Playlist
The tracks that sum up Alain Souchon's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Latest studio album with 15 tracks including classics and new material, available in limited edition on Parlophone with steady availability.
A studio album encapsulating Souchon's mature pop and chanson style, with 10 tracks available on vinyl from Parlophone.
Notable album featuring the hit 'Foule Sentimentale', available in several vinyl pressings including color variants, a staple in Souchon's discography.
Go further
Artists who share part of Alain Souchon'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.
My style was shaped by Laurent Voulzy's pop and rhythmical demands, leading to a staccato, almost telegraphic songwriting.— Alain Souchon
The 2025 original French Parlophone LP pressing cat.no 5054197626012 of 'Studio Saint-Germain' is limited edition, stereo format, offered at around €37.49 with 4 copies for sale.
Alain Souchon's long-standing collaboration with composer and arranger Laurent Voulzy began in 1974, enhancing Souchon's lyrical style with Voulzy's pop-inflected music.
'C'est déjà ça' released initially in 1993 has seen numerous vinyl pressings including a blue curacao color edition in 2023 and original reissues from 2020, reflecting its continued demand.
'Foule Sentimentale' from the 1993 album 'C'est déjà ça' remains one of Souchon's most played tracks with tens of thousands streaming listeners monthly.
![STUDIO SAINT-GERMAIN (AVEC OURS & PIERRE SOUCHON) [PICTURE DISC EDITION LIMITÉE] - Front Cover](http://vinyles.com/cdn/shop/files/5021732983695.jpg?v=1766171261&width=950)
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Alain Souchon's music blends chanson française, pop, and French variétés styles, often with introspective and socially aware lyrics.
His vinyl albums have been released primarily on Parlophone, RCA Records, and Virgin among other labels.
Yes, there are limited edition vinyl pressings such as the 2025 'Studio Saint-Germain' LP, which collectors seek for its format and rarity.
Tracks such as 'Foule Sentimentale', 'Le baiser', and 'La vie ne vaut rien' rank among the most streamed by listeners.
His collaboration with Laurent Voulzy since 1974 is central, shaping much of his music and lyricism.
He was born in Casablanca, Morocco, and spent his childhood mainly in Paris, France.
Alain Souchon has lived for many years in the Loir-et-Cher department of France.
Yes, many albums see consistent availability and sales on vinyl, indicating ongoing collector and audiophile interest in France.
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