Artist page · 05/07/2026

Francis Cabrel

AgenBorn in 1953Folk francophone20 vinyl albums
Francis Cabrel, born in Agen, France in 1953, is a prolific singer-songwriter known for blending folk francophone and pop genres across several decades.
20Albums on Vinyles.com
524Discogs releases
230kLast.fm listeners

About

Francis Cabrel, French songwriting craft from Agen since 1953.

21 vinyl releases spanning folk and pop; original pressings from 1977 to 2020 tracked.

Cabrel started his musical journey inspired by Bob Dylan and Neil Young, mastering guitar and songwriting in his youth. His early years featured performances with local groups before winning a Sud Radio contest in 1974 with "Petite Marie," launching his professional career with CBS. Known for folk-inflected chansons and acoustic rock-influenced pop, Cabrel's catalog includes 21 vinyl releases from original studio albums to limited edition pressings. His work remains influential in French music, combining poetic lyricism with melodic craftsmanship.

Vinyl collectors will find original and reissue pressings of key albums like "À l'aube revenant" (2020) on Sony Music, "In Extremis" (2015), and "Les Beaux Dégâts" (2009) on Chandelle Productions.

Discography

Francis Cabrel — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Trobador TourSony Music · 2021
2021
Trobador Tour
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
À L'aube RevenantSony Music · 2020
2020
À L'aube Revenant
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Show Rock'n'rollAztec Musique · 2020
2020
Show Rock'n'roll
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
L'in Extremis TourSony Music · 2016
2016
L'in Extremis Tour
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
In ExtremisSony Music · 2015
2015
In Extremis
CD, Album
Studio
Vise Le Ciel Ou Bob Dylan RevisitéChandelle Productions · 2012
2012
Vise Le Ciel Ou Bob Dylan Revisité
CD, Album
Studio
Des Roses & Des OrtiesColumbia · 2008
2008
Des Roses & Des Orties
CD, Album
Studio
Les Beaux DégâtsColumbia · 2004
2004
Les Beaux Dégâts
CD, Album
Studio
Double Tour (Électrique & Acoustique)Columbia · 2000
2000
Double Tour (Électrique & Acoustique)
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
Hors-SaisonColumbia · 1999
1999
Hors-Saison
CD, Album
Studio
Algo Más De AmorColumbia · 1998
1998
Algo Más De Amor
CD, Album
Studio
Samedi Soir Sur La TerreColumbia · 1994
1994
Samedi Soir Sur La Terre
CD, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
D'une Ombre À L'AutreColumbia · 1991
1991
D'une Ombre À L'Autre
CD, Album, Box Set
Studio
SarbacaneCBS · 1989
1989
Sarbacane
CD, Album
Studio
Photos De VoyagesCBS · 1985
1985
Photos De Voyages
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Cabrel PublicCBS · 1984
1984
Cabrel Public
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Quelqu'un De L'intérieurCBS · 1983
1983
Quelqu'un De L'intérieur
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Carte PostaleCBS · 1981
1981
Carte Postale
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Todo Aquello Que Escribi (La Tinta De Tus Lagrimas)CBS · 1980
1980
Todo Aquello Que Escribi (La Tinta De Tus Lagrimas)
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
FragileCBS · 1980
1980
Fragile
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
La Quiero A MorirCBS · 1980
1980
La Quiero A Morir
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Les Chemins De TraverseCBS · 1979
1979
Les Chemins De Traverse
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Francis CabrelCBS · 1977
1977
Francis Cabrel
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Francis Cabrel's career.

01
Petite Marie
·
02
Je l'aime à mourir - Remastered
·
03
La corrida
La corrida
Samedi Soir Sur La Terre · 1994
04
Je l'aime à mourir
·
05
L'Encre De Tes Yeux
·
06
Je t'aimais, je t'aime, je t'aimerai
Je t'aimais, je t'aime, je t'aimerai
Samedi Soir Sur La Terre · 1994
07
Octobre
Octobre
Samedi Soir Sur La Terre · 1994
08
La Cabane Du Pêcheur
La Cabane Du Pêcheur
Samedi Soir Sur La Terre · 1994

The essentials

The 3 Francis Cabrel albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2020
LP, Album
À l'aube revenant

Latest studio album, available on LP with 13 tracks showcasing mature songwriting and folk influences, released by Sony Music in France.

13 tracks2020 releaseSony MusicOriginal pressing
#2 · 2015
12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Album
In Extremis

2015 album blending folk and pop, pressed on 12" vinyl in France, featuring deep lyrics and a modern production style.

13 tracksSony MusicOriginal pressing2015 release
#3 · 2009
LP, Album, Reissue
Les Beaux Dégâts

Reissued LP from 2009 with 12 tracks, released on Chandelle Productions; a solid reference for Cabrel's evolved chanson and pop sound.

12 tracksReissueChandelle ProductionsFrench pressing

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Collectors

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.

À L'aube Revenant
Master release · LP · 2020
Market position i
12,25 €
Min price 12 €Max price 12 €
Average price 12,25 €
Only 19 copies for sale on Discogs
47 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
In Extremis
Master release · 12" · 2015
Market position i
15,00 €
Min price 15 €Max price 15 €
Average price 15,00 €
Only 17 copies for sale on Discogs
13 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Les Beaux Dégâts
Master release · LP · 2004
Market position i
20,00 €
Min price 20 €Max price 20 €
Average price 20,00 €
Only 8 copies for sale on Discogs
19 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Hors-Saison
Master release · LP · 1999
Market position i
20,00 €
Min price 10 €Max price 29 €
Average price 20,00 €
Only 12 copies for sale on Discogs
13 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Samedi Soir Sur La Terre
Master release · LP · 1994
Market position i
28,90 €
Min price 14 €Max price 60 €
Average price 28,90 €
Only 16 copies for sale on Discogs
28 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Sarbacane
Master release · LP · 1989
Market position i
4,29 €
Min price 3 €Max price 10 €
Average price 4,29 €
Only 47 copies for sale on Discogs
33 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
À L'aube RevenantLP, Album
Sony Music France · 2020 1939800691 Original pressing
47 want · 748 have · ratio 0,1
12,25 €
Les Beaux DégâtsLP, Album, Repress
Chandelle Productions France · 2019 88697578451 🔥 Standard edition
19 want · 1 120 have · ratio 0
Hors-SaisonLP, Album, Limited Edition, Reissue
Columbia France · 2018 88697578441 🔥 Standard edition
13 want · 1 137 have · ratio 0
20,00 €
Samedi Soir Sur La TerreLP, Album, Reissue
Chandelle Productions France · 2017 88843021491 🔥 Standard edition
28 want · 1 112 have · ratio 0
13,91 €
In Extremis12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Album
Sony Music France · 2015 88875085651 Original pressing
13 want · 597 have · ratio 0
15,00 €
Hors-SaisonLP, Album, Reissue
Columbia France · 2009 88697578441 Original pressing
13 want · 1 137 have · ratio 0
10,00 €
Les Beaux DégâtsLP, Album, Reissue
Chandelle Productions France · 2009 88697578451 Original pressing
19 want · 1 120 have · ratio 0
20,00 €
Samedi Soir Sur La TerreLP, Album, Promo
Chandelle Productions France · 1994 2000125 Original pressing
28 want · 1 112 have · ratio 0

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Francis Cabrel

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

His guitar allowed him to become more interesting to others during his youth.
— Francis Cabrel
01Origin

Francis Cabrel’s birth in Agen, 1953

Francis Cabrel was born on November 23, 1953, in Agen, France, to a modest family with Italian roots from Frioul, shaping his cultural background.

1953Agen, France
02Early Career

Winning Sud Radio contest with "Petite Marie" in 1974

In 1974, Cabrel won a songwriting contest on Sud Radio with "Petite Marie," earning a record contract and launching his recording career with CBS.

1974France
03Studio Album

Latest LP "À l'aube revenant" released in 2020

The 2020 album "À l'aube revenant" features 13 tracks, produced and released by Sony Music in France, available on original LP pressing tracked for prices around 12.25 euros.

2020France
04Pressing

"Les Beaux Dégâts" LP reissued in 2009 by Chandelle Productions

The vinyl reissue of "Les Beaux Dégâts" from 2009 includes 12 tracks and is sought after by collectors, with original pressings priced around 20 euros.

2009France
05Pressing

"In Extremis" 2015 original pressing on 12" vinyl

Originally released in 2015 and pressed on 12" vinyl by Sony Music in France, "In Extremis" presents a blend of folk and pop with a well-rounded production.

2015France

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FAQ

FAQ: Francis Cabrel on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

Who is Francis Cabrel?

Francis Cabrel is a French singer-songwriter and guitarist born in Agen in 1953, known for his folk and pop music blending.

What genres does Francis Cabrel's vinyl catalog feature?

His vinyl catalog spans folk francophone, pop francophone, and French chanson, often merging acoustic and lyrical styles.

Which Francis Cabrel vinyl albums are available in France?

Albums like "À l'aube revenant" (2020), "In Extremis" (2015), and "Les Beaux Dégâts" (2009) have official French LP pressings with tracked availability.

Are there reissues of Francis Cabrel vinyl albums?

Yes, several albums such as "Les Beaux Dégâts" and "Hors-Saison" have been reissued on LP format, some with limited editions.

How much do Francis Cabrel vinyl albums typically cost?

Prices vary; recent original pressings range around 10 to 20 euros, with some limited editions or rarities commanding higher prices.

Is Francis Cabrel's music popular in France?

Yes, Cabrel has hundreds of thousands of monthly listeners and remains an important figure in French music.

Where can I find Francis Cabrel's vinyl records in France?

French vinyl shops and online marketplaces often stock original and reissued LPs from labels like Sony Music and Chandelle Productions.

What are some of Francis Cabrel's most streamed tracks?

Popular songs include "Petite Marie," "Je l'aime à mourir," and "La corrida," reflecting enduring audience interest.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 05/07/2026