Debut album introducing Louise Attaque’s distinctive folk-rock sound with violin-led arrangements and vivid storytelling across 14 tracks.
Artist page · 06/07/2026
Louise Attaque
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Louise Attaque, French folk-rock with hypnotic violin melodies since 1994.
Over 15 vinyl editions with originals from 1997 to 2024; key pressings tracked here.
Formed in 1994 by Gaëtan Roussel, Robin Feix, Alexandre Margraff, and Arnaud Samuel, Louise Attaque shaped a unique sound marked by violin-led folk-rock fused with poetic and ironic French lyrics. Their debut album released in 1997 instantly made an impact with its raw energy and catchy tunes, mainly recorded under Atmosphériques and later Barclay labels. Over the years, the band released several studio albums including the critically followed "Comme On A Dit" (2000), "À Plus Tard Crocodile" (2005), "Anomalie" (2016), and the most recent "Amours" (2024). Louise Attaque's discography spans over 16 vinyl releases with formats ranging mainly from LP albums to special editions and test pressings.
Vinyl collectors find a rich market with original 1997 debut LP pressings remaining soug…
Discography
Louise Attaque — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Barclay · 2024
Barclay · 2022
Riviera · 2016
Atmosphériques · 2005
Atmosphériques · 2000
Atmosphériques · 1997Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Louise Attaque's career.








The essentials
The 3 Louise Attaque albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A mature, acoustic-driven record that continues the band’s thematic exploration with 11 tracks, released by Barclay on multiple vinyl editions.
Latest studio album featuring 18 tracks, blending alternative rock roots with refined lyrical introspection, pressed on vinyl in France by Barclay.
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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.
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Louise Attaque
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Their debut album's violin melodies merge seamlessly with biting, clever lyrics.— Listener
Birth of Louise Attaque in Paris
The band was created in Paris in 1994 by friends Gaëtan Roussel, Robin Feix, and Alexandre Margraff who added violinist Arnaud Samuel after seeking one via an ad.
1997 Debut on Atmosphériques
Their eponymous debut album released in 1997 under Atmosphériques sold massively without conventional promotion, showcasing violin-driven folk-rock with ironic and poetic French lyrics.
Numerous vinyl versions of Planète Terre
Since its 2022 release, Planète Terre is available in at least five vinyl editions including original and limited editions, with lowest prices starting around €14.9 in France.
2005 Global Tour and New York Recording
Louise Attaque toured worldwide including Russia, Latin America, and India before recording their third album A plus tard crocodile in New York, released in 2005.
Records by Louise Attaque
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FAQ
FAQ: Louise Attaque on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When was Louise Attaque formed?
Louise Attaque was formed in Paris in 1994 by friends who met during their studies.
Which Louise Attaque album is considered their debut?
The eponymous album "Louise Attaque" released in 1997 is their debut studio album.
How many vinyl albums does Louise Attaque have to their name?
Louise Attaque's vinyl discography includes over 16 albums, including studio albums and compilations.
Where can I find original pressings of Louise Attaque’s debut album?
Original 1997 French pressings of the debut album are available and tracked with prices ranging from €10 to €80.
What vinyl format does Louise Attaque mostly release?
Most Louise Attaque vinyl releases are LP albums, including original and special editions.
Has Louise Attaque toured outside France?
Yes, the band toured globally in 2005 including Russia, Latin America, and India.
Are there limited edition vinyl pressings available for Louise Attaque?
Yes, albums like Planète Terre (2022) have limited edition and special edition LP releases.
What genres does Louise Attaque’s music belong to?
They blend folk rock, alternative rock, and chanson française, standing out in French pop and indie scenes.
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Sources & method
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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.




