#1 · 2023
Latest 2023 studio album blending psychedelic and alternative rock with inventive instrumental compositions.
12 tracksBecause Music labelFrance pressing 2023Price ~10.10 €
Artist page · 06/07/2026
Pascal Comelade
Pascal Comelade, born in 1955 in Montpellier, France, is a minimalist toypop musician with a discography covering alternative rock, musique concrète, and world fusion since the mid-1970s.
5Albums on Vinyles.com
228Discogs releases
53kLast.fm listeners
About
Pascal Comelade, French minimalist pop and musique concrète from Montpellier since 1974.
5 key vinyl albums blending toy piano, avant-garde, and world fusion with real-time prices from France and Germany pressings.
Pascal Comelade's work traverses a broad sonic landscape including instrumental pop, musique concrète, and experimental rock. Rooted in his Catalan heritage and starting from the 1970s, his music evolved from electronic beginnings to a unique approach using toy instruments and minimalistic motifs. Throughout his career, he has released over 40 albums, showcasing collaborations with diverse artists and engaging with multiple music traditions, including folk, Krautrock, and rock 'n' roll.
His approach integrates repetitive structures and melody, blending influences such as Steve Reich, Erik Satie, and Captain Beefheart, often performed with unique acoustic instruments like toy pianos.
Discography
Pascal Comelade — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Staubgold · 2023Velvet Serenade
Studio
Because Music · 2023Boom Boom!
Studio
Because Music · 2022Le Non-sens Du Rythme
Studio
Because Music · 2020Le Cut-Up Populaire (Version Augmentée)
Studio
Klanggalerie · 2020Larme Secrete
Studio
DiscMedi Blau · 2019Deviationist Muzak
Studio
Because Music · 2015Traité De Guitarres Triolectiques (À L'Usage Des Portugaises Ensablées)
Studio
Discmedi Blau · 2013Mosques De Colors
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Because Music · 2013El Pianista Del Antifaz
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Because Music · 2010Psicòtic Music' Hall
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Because Music · 2009A Freak Serenade
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Discmedi · 2008El Steinway A La Guillotina
Studio
Because Music · 2007Mètode De Rocanrol
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Normal · 2006Sommer Vorm Balkon (Original Soundtrack)
Studio
Discmedi · 2004La Filosofia Del Plat Combinat
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Delabel · 2002Psicòtic Music´ Hall
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Les Disques Du Soleil Et De L'Acier · 2000September Song
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Virgin · 2000Visca La Llibertat
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Delabel · 1999Swing Slang Song
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Les Disques Du Soleil Et De L'Acier · 1998L'Argot Du Bruit
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Les Disques Du Soleil Et De L'Acier · 1997Un Tal Jazz
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Delabel · 1996Musiques Pour Films, Vol. 2
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Delabel · 1996Un Samedi Sur La Terre
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Les Disques Du Soleil Et De L'Acier · 1995El Cabaret Galactic
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Les Disques Du Soleil Et De L'Acier · 1994Danses Et Chants De Syldavie
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Delabel · 1993Traffic D'Abstraction
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Eva · 1992Haikus De Pianos
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Wave · 199033 Bars
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G3G Records · 1990Cent Regards
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Les Disques Du Soleil Et De L'Acier · 1987El Primitivismo
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Les Disques Du Soleil Et De L'Acier · 1986Bel Canto
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Les Disques Du Soleil Et De L'Acier · 1984Détail Monochrome
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Parasite · 1980Paralelo
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Pascal Comelade's career.
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T.B. JerK +++
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02
Stranger in Paradigm
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03
Paganini Paga Tot A Nono
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04
The sad skinhead
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05
Toti al soler
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06
Love too soon
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07
Le soir du grand soir
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08
The indian of the group
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The essentials
The 3 Pascal Comelade albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2020
2020 album with 28 tracks showcasing a mixture of pop and rock styles in a limited numbered vinyl edition.
28 tracksBecause Music labelFrance pressing 2020Price ~27.39 €
#3 · 2022
Contemporary 2022 release reflecting experimental and garage rock with folk influences on vinyl.
10 tracksBecause Music labelFrance pressing 2022Price ~19.00 €
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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.
Boom Boom!
Market position
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Min price 10 €Max price 10 €
Average price
10,10 €
Only 50 copies for sale on Discogs
10 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Le Non-sens Du Rythme
Market position
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Min price 19 €Max price 19 €
Average price
19,00 €
Only 35 copies for sale on Discogs
35 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Le Cut-Up Populaire (Version Augmentée)
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Min price 27 €Max price 27 €
Average price
27,39 €
Only 21 copies for sale on Discogs
18 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Velvet Serenade
Market position
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Min price 18 €Max price 18 €
Average price
18,35 €
Only 17 copies for sale on Discogs
97 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Larme Secrete
Market position
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Min price 27 €Max price 27 €
Average price
27,00 €
Only 9 copies for sale on Discogs
28 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Deviationist Muzak
Market position
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Min price 28 €Max price 28 €
Average price
28,00 €
Only 8 copies for sale on Discogs
29 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Pascal Comelade
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
His music attempts to reconcile repetitive American minimalism with diverse popular music traditions.— Pascal Comelade's style overview
01Origin
Born in Montpellier to Catalan parents
Pascal Comelade was born on June 30, 1955, in Montpellier, France, highlighting his roots in the Perpignan Catalan cultural scene.
02Studio Album
Boom Boom released in 2023
Boom Boom is a 2023 studio album on Because Music, available on French vinyl with catalog number BEC5612755, listing 12 tracks and a stable market price around 10.10 euros.
03Vinyl Pressing
Velvet Serenade limited edition pressed in Germany
The 2023 'Velvet Serenade' LP, with six tracks, is a limited edition pressing issued by label Staubgold, catno staubgold 169, cougouyou 22.
04Collaborations
Work with Richard Pinhas since early career
Comelade collaborated with Richard Pinhas, founder of Heldon, influencing his switch from electronic to acoustic, including on 'Musiques pour films vol.2' and 'Oblique Sessions II'.
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FAQ
FAQ: Pascal Comelade on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Pascal Comelade and where is he from?
Pascal Comelade is a French minimalist toypop musician born in Montpellier in 1955 with Catalan roots.
What genres of music does Pascal Comelade's vinyl collection cover?
His vinyl covers alternative rock, musique concrète, pop francophone, and world fusion styles.
How many vinyl albums by Pascal Comelade are listed on Vinyles.com?
There are 5 vinyl albums by Pascal Comelade available, including releases from 2020 through 2023.
Are original pressings of Pascal Comelade's albums available for collectors?
Yes, original pressings mostly from France and Germany are available for key albums like 'Boom Boom' and 'Le Cut-Up Populaire'.
What is unique about Pascal Comelade's instrument choice in his music?
He frequently uses toy instruments such as toy pianos, blending acoustic textures with experimental and minimalist approaches.
Where can I find Pascal Comelade's vinyl records pressed in France?
French pressings of albums like 'Boom Boom' (2023) and 'Le Non-sens Du Rythme' (2022) are common, mainly on Because Music label.
What is the price range for Pascal Comelade's vinyl albums currently on market?
Prices range from approximately 10 € for recent releases like 'Boom Boom' up to around 27 € for limited editions such as 'Le Cut-Up Populaire'.
How does Pascal Comelade's music relate to minimalist composers?
His work synthesizes minimalist structures inspired by composers like Steve Reich and Erik Satie with popular and traditional music rhythms.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
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.
Last updated: 06/07/2026