Artist page · 06/07/2026

Mano Solo

Châlons-du-MaineBorn in 1963Folk francophone7 vinyl albums
Mano Solo, born Emmanuel Cabut in 1963 in Châlons-sur-Marne, France, was a singer-songwriter and multidisciplinary artist active from the early 1990s until his death in 2010. His music blends folk, pop, and chanson française with introspective and socially engaged songwriting.
7Albums on Vinyles.com
63Discogs releases
57kLast.fm listeners

About

Mano Solo, The poetic voice of French chanson from the 90s to the 2000s.

7 vinyl records including live and studio albums; key pressings in France and Europe tracked in real time.

Mano Solo began his artistic journey as a guitarist in a punk band at age 17 before launching a solo career marked by a distinct voice and poetic lyricism that touches on personal and societal themes. His discography encompasses a mixture of studio albums, live recordings, and reissues spanning genres such as folk francophone, pop, and variétés, often released on the Warner label or independently.

He was also known for his work as a painter and writer, creating his album covers and publishing poetry and a novel. His music, sold on various vinyl formats including LP and double LP pressings, remains sought after by collectors, with original French and European pressings priced between approximately €19.90 and €89, reflecting both his artistic stature and the market demand for his v…

Discography

Mano Solo — Discography

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

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Mano Solo's career.

01
Allo Paris
Allo Paris
La Marche · 2002
02
Au creux de ton bras
·
03
15 ans du matin
·
04
Je suis venu vous voir
Je suis venu vous voir
Je Sais Pas Trop · 1997
05
Allez viens
Allez viens
La Marche · 2002
06
Les Gitans
Les Gitans
Dehors · 2000
07
La barre est dure
·
08
Je marche seul
·

The essentials

The 3 Mano Solo albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2018
LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo
Rentrer Au Port

A later album showcasing Mano Solo's mature songwriting captured on vinyl with 13 tracks of poignant and melodic chanson-rock.

13 tracksStereoReissueFrance pressing
#2 · 2023
LP, Album
Les Animals

A 2023 French pressing of the folk francophone style album featuring poetic lyrics and collaborations, pressed on black vinyl with 13 tracks.

13 tracksWarner Music FranceBlack vinylFrench pressing
#3 · 2023
LP, Album, Stereo
La Marche

Live double album reflecting Mano Solo's stage presence with a 18-track set including a 30-minute DVD, pressed in France on black vinyl.

Live albumDouble LPStereoIncludes DVDFrench 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.

Rentrer Au Port
Master release · LP · 2009
Market position i
19,90 €
Min price 20 €Max price 20 €
Average price 19,90 €
Only 7 copies for sale on Discogs
15 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Les Animals
Master release · LP · 2004
Market position i
20,95 €
Min price 21 €Max price 21 €
Average price 20,95 €
Only 13 copies for sale on Discogs
2 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
La Marche
Master release · LP · 2002
Market position i
38,99 €
Min price 39 €Max price 39 €
Average price 38,99 €
Only 5 copies for sale on Discogs
16 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Dehors
Master release · LP · 2000
Market position i
25,00 €
Min price 25 €Max price 25 €
Average price 25,00 €
Only 5 copies for sale on Discogs
12 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Je Sais Pas Trop
Master release · LP · 1997
Market position i
21,45 €
Min price 19 €Max price 24 €
Average price 21,45 €
Only 18 copies for sale on Discogs
16 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Les Années Sombres
Master release · LP · 1995
Market position i
58,98 €
Min price 29 €Max price 89 €
Average price 58,98 €
Only 12 copies for sale on Discogs
9 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
DehorsLP, Reissue
Warner Music France Europe · 2023 5054197493805 Original pressing
12 want · 270 have · ratio 0
25,00 €
La MarcheLP, Album, Stereo
Warner Music France France · 2023 5054197493843 Original pressing
16 want · 143 have · ratio 0,1
38,99 €
Les AnimalsLP, Album
Warner Music France France · 2023 5054197493850 Original pressing
2 want · 8 have · ratio 0,2
20,95 €
Les Années SombresLP
Warner Music France · 2020 0 190295 267223 Original pressing
9 want · 371 have · ratio 0
89,00 €
Je Sais Pas TropLP, Album, Limited Edition, Reissue
Warner France · 2020 0 190295 267193 🔥 Standard edition
16 want · 492 have · ratio 0
23,95 €
Je Sais Pas TropLP, Album, Reissue
Warner France · 2020 0 190295 267193 Original pressing
16 want · 492 have · ratio 0
18,95 €
Rentrer Au PortLP, Album, Reissue, Test Pressing, Stereo
Wagram Music France · 2018 3358076 🔥 Standard edition
15 want · 143 have · ratio 0,1
Rentrer Au PortLP, Album, Reissue, Stereo
Wagram Music France · 2018 3358076 Original pressing
15 want · 143 have · ratio 0,1
19,90 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Mano Solo

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

Mano Solo expressed that the album 'Shalala' is a hymn of inner revolution sung with the public after each concert.
— Mano Solo
01Release

La Marmaille Nue, Mano Solo's first solo album

Released in 1993, La Marmaille Nue sold 100,000 copies in its first year, establishing Mano Solo in the French chanson scene with its raw and intimate style.

1993France
02Live Recording

Internationale Shalala live album

Recorded in 1999 at the Théâtre du Tourtour, this live album captures Mano Solo and guitarist Jean-Louis Solans performing solo acoustic sets, featuring the revolutionary anthem 'Shalala' sung with the audience.

1999France
03Album

Les Années Sombres receives gold status

The 1995 album Les Années Sombres was certified gold within months, reflecting its darker tone and resonance with listeners, adding to Mano Solo's critical and commercial success.

1995France
04Vinyl Pressing

Original 2018 pressing of Rentrer Au Port

The French original 2018 LP pressing of Rentrer Au Port on the Wagram Music label is available with catalog number 3358076, priced around €19.90 with 7 copies for sale as of now.

2018France
05Vinyl Market

Current prices for Les Années Sombres

Pressings of Les Années Sombres from 2020 remain in demand, with prices fluctuating between €28.95 and €89 depending on edition and seller availability across France.

2020France

FAQ

FAQ: Mano Solo on physical formats

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

Who was Mano Solo and where was he from?

Mano Solo, born Emmanuel Cabut, was a French singer-songwriter from Châlons-sur-Marne, known for his poetic lyrics and engagement in chanson française.

What genres did Mano Solo's music cover?

His music covers folk francophone, pop, and varieties with lyrical and emotional depth in the French chanson tradition.

Which Mano Solo vinyl is recommended for collectors?

Rentrer Au Port (2018), Les Animals (2023), and La Marche (2023) are key vinyl editions noted for their sound quality and availability.

What is the typical price range for Mano Solo vinyl records in Europe?

Prices range from approximately €18.95 for reissues to up to €89 for certain limited or original pressings.

Are Mano Solo vinyl records available in France?

Yes, many original pressings such as La Marche and Les Animals are pressed and sold in France, with tracked market prices.

Where can one find Mano Solo's music in vinyl format in France?

Mano Solo vinyls are available through various French distributors and vendors, with recent pressings mainly on Warner and Wagram Music labels.

How significant are live albums like La Marche in Mano Solo's vinyl catalog?

Live albums capture the intimacy and energy of his performances, making them significant entries for vinyl collectors and fans.

Does Mano Solo's artwork appear on his vinyl releases?

Yes, Mano Solo created many of his album covers, integrating his talents as a painter and illustrator into his music releases.

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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: 06/07/2026