Serge Gainsbourg - Aux Armes Et Caetera

Originally released in 1979, this is the first (and best) of Gainsbourg's two forays into reggae. Recorded in Jamaica with some of reggae's biggest names including players/producers Sly & Robbie. Probably Gainsbourg's last truly classic album, Aux Armes Et Caetera is full of dubbed out tracks and Serge's signature speak-sing drawl. His reworking of the French national anthem in the title track earned him death threats from members of the French right-wing, adding to his controversial image. Sultry, stony, dubby, jams from one of the 70s most important artists.

Track listing – Side A: 1. Javanaise Remake 2. Aux Armes Et Caetera 3. Les Locataires 4. Des Laids Des Laids 5. Brigade Des Stups 6. Vieille Canaille Side B: 1. Lola Rastaquouère 2. Relax Baby Be Cool 3. Daisy Temple 4. Eau Et Gaz A Tous Les Etages 5. Pas Long Feu 6. Marilou Reggae Dub

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