#1 · 1983
Live double LP recorded at Palais des Congrès, showcasing Sylvie's stage presence with 20 tracks including 'La Maritza'.
20 tracksStereoFrench original pressing 1983Label RCA
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Sylvie Vartan
Sylvie Vartan, born 1944 in Bulgaria, is a French pop and yé-yé singer who rose to fame in the 1960s. She has a catalog spanning over six decades, blending French chanson and international pop styles.
20Albums on Vinyles.com
1691Discogs releases
210kLast.fm listeners
About
Sylvie Vartan, French pop and yé-yé star, bridging Bulgaria and Paris.
30 vinyl titles from 1960s to 2020s with original French pressings priced from €3 to €22.
Sylvie Vartan was born in 1944 in Iskretz, Bulgaria, and emigrated to Paris in 1952. She began her recording career in the early 1960s and quickly became an emblematic figure of the French yé-yé movement. Her early success led to numerous LPs on RCA Victor, featuring a mix of pop, chanson, and rock influences. She recorded albums in French, English, Italian, and Spanish, including sessions in Nashville with Elvis Presley's musicians.
Her career also included major live shows in venues such as l'Olympia and Palais des Congrès in Paris, and international tours spanning the US, Japan, and Europe. Her vinyl discography covers studio albums, live albums, and compilations, many of which are sought after with prices ranging from affordable to premium for original pressings.
Discography
Sylvie Vartan — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Philips · 1990Enregistrement Public À Sofia
Studio
Philips · 1989Confidanses
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RCA · 1986Virage
Studio
Intercord · 1985Made In USA
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RCA · 1984Des Heures De Désir
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RCA · 1983Sylvie (Au Palais Des Congres)
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RCA Victor · 1983Sylvie Vartan
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RCA Victor · 1983Live In Las Vegas
Live
RCA Victor · 1982De Choses Et D'Autres
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RCA · 1982Palais Des Sports 81
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RCA · 1981Sylvie Vartan
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RCA · 1980Sylvie Vartan
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RCA Victor · 1979I Don't Want The Night To End
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RCA Victor · 1979Déraisonnable
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RCA Victor · 1978Fantaisie
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RCA Victor · 1977Sylvie Vartan
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RCA Victor · 1977Au Palais Des Congres
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RCA Victor · 1976Qu'est-ce Qui Fait Pleurer Les Blondes?
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RCA Victor · 1976Sylvie Vartan
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RCA · 1975Sylvie Vartan
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RCA · 1974La Reine De Saba = サバの女王
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RCA Victor · 1974Je Chante Pour Swanee
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RCA Victor · 1974Shang Shang A Lang
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RCA Victor · 1973Sylvie Vartan
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RCA Victor · 1972A L'Olympia
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RCA Victor · 1971Sympathie
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RCA · 1971Sylvie À Tokyo
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RCA Victor · 1970Sylvie Vartan
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RCA Victor · 1968Sylvie Vartan
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RCA Victor · 1968Sylvie Vartan
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RCA Victor · 1967Canta En Español
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RCA Victor · 1967Sylvie
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RCA Victor · 1967Ballade Pour Un Sourire
StudioRCA Victor · 1967Sylvie
StudioRCA Victor · 1966Sylvie
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RCA Victor · 1965Gift Wrapped From Paris
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RCA Victor · 1964À Nashville
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RCA Victor · 1963Chance
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RCA Victor · 1963Twiste Et Chante
StudioRCA Victor · 1962Sylvie
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Studio album
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Sylvie Vartan's career.
01
La Maritza
Sylvie (Au Palais Des Congres) · 1983
02
L'amour C'est Comme Une Cigarette
Sylvie (Au Palais Des Congres) · 1983
03
La Plus Belle Pour Aller Danser
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04
Baby c'est vous
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05
Comme Un Garçon
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06
Tous mes copains
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07
Irrésistiblement
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08
Le Temps De L'Amour
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The essentials
The 3 Sylvie Vartan albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1978
Studio album mixing pop, disco and europop styles with tracks like 'Fantaisie' and 'Disco Queen'. Multiple pressings including French originals.
11 tracksStereoFrench original pressing 1978Label RCA Victor
#3 · 1976
Seventies pop album featuring the title track and a dozen songs. Highly collected with pressings from Israel and Brazil.
12 tracksLP formatOriginal Israeli pressing 1976Label RCA Victor
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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.
Sylvie (Au Palais Des Congres)
Market position
i
Min price 5 €Max price 9 €
Average price
6,76 €
Only 39 copies for sale on Discogs
16 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Fantaisie
Market position
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Min price 3 €Max price 36 €
Average price
3,53 €
Only 39 copies for sale on Discogs
20 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Qu'est-ce Qui Fait Pleurer Les Blondes?
Market position
i
Min price 1 €Max price 30 €
Average price
15,89 €
Only 52 copies for sale on Discogs
29 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Shang Shang A Lang
Market position
i
Min price 2 €Max price 5 €
Average price
4,00 €
Only 34 copies for sale on Discogs
11 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
La Reine De Saba = サバの女王
Market position
i
Min price 5 €Max price 11 €
Average price
8,70 €
Only 76 copies for sale on Discogs
39 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Sylvie
Market position
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Min price 19 €Max price 44 €
Average price
22,36 €
Only 13 copies for sale on Discogs
140 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Sylvie Vartan
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
She transformed her stage shows in 1970 with American-style performance training in New York.— Career note
01Live Recording
1983 Palais des Congrès concert
The live album 'Sylvie (Au Palais Des Congres)' was recorded in 1983 in Paris, capturing a 20-track performance including hits like 'La Maritza'. This pressing is a valued vinyl among collectors.
02Studio Album
'Fantaisie' 1978 French stereo pressing
The 'Fantaisie' album released by RCA Victor in 1978 blends pop, disco and europop elements. Notable tracks include 'Fantaisie (All I Need Is A Girl)' and 'Disco Queen'. Its French original pressing often commands collector interest.
03Pressing Variants
Multiple country pressings for 'Qu'est-ce Qui Fait Pleurer Les Blondes?'
Sylvie's 1976 album 'Qu'est-ce Qui Fait Pleurer Les Blondes?' was pressed in various countries including Israel and Brazil, with the Israeli edition priced up to €30, reflecting rarity and demand on vinyl markets.
04International career
Regular US recordings from 1963
Starting in 1963, Sylvie frequently recorded in the US including Nashville sessions with Elvis Presley’s backing musicians, and an English-language album produced in New York released in 1965.
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FAQ
FAQ: Sylvie Vartan on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What genres define Sylvie Vartan's music?
Sylvie Vartan's music blends French pop, yé-yé, chanson, and elements of disco and rock, creating a versatile and evolving style.
When did Sylvie Vartan start her recording career?
Her recording career began in the early 1960s, with her first notable solo single released at the end of 1961.
Which Sylvie Vartan LPs are most sought after by collectors?
Her live album 'Sylvie (Au Palais Des Congres)' from 1983, 'Fantaisie' (1978), and 'Qu'est-ce Qui Fait Pleurer Les Blondes?' (1976) are highly prized original pressings.
Are Sylvie Vartan albums available on vinyl today?
Yes, many of her albums have been reissued on vinyl recently, including classic titles and compilations available from various labels.
What notable live venues has Sylvie performed in France?
She has performed at major venues such as l'Olympia in Paris multiple times and the Palais des Congrès, as well as the Palais des Sports.
How can I find original French pressings of Sylvie Vartan's LPs?
Look for RCA Victor label pressings from the 1960s to 1980s, often marked with French catalog numbers and the country of release as France.
Did Sylvie Vartan record albums outside France?
Yes, she recorded albums in the United States, Italy, Spain, and Japan, often releasing localized editions and live albums.
How popular is Sylvie Vartan on streaming platforms today?
She has over 200,000 monthly listeners, maintaining steady interest in her classic French pop catalog worldwide.
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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: 04/07/2026