Bande à Part (album)
by Nouvelle Vague
Released: June 14, 2006
Easy listening, lounge, bossa nova
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The Album
"Bande à Part" stands as the second studio album by the French band Nouvelle Vague, released on June 14, 2006, in Europe on Peacefrog Records. Following the success of their eponymous debut album, "Bande à Part" continues the band's signature style of bossa nova cover versions of 1980s new wave tracks. The European edition of the album features 14 standard tracks, with an additional 18-track limited edition.
Interesting Facts
In contrast, the United States edition, released on…
In contrast, the United States edition, released on the Luaka Bop label, contains 14 standard tracks, with a 17-track limited edition.
"Bande à Part" showcases Nouvelle Vague's innovative approach…
"Bande à Part" showcases Nouvelle Vague's innovative approach to reinterpretation, blending bossa nova rhythms with nostalgic new wave melodies.
With its charming and eclectic selection of covers…
With its charming and eclectic selection of covers, the album further solidified Nouvelle Vague's reputation as pioneers of the "bossa nova covers" genre, captivating audiences worldwide with their fresh take on classic tracks.
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The Complete Album Story
"Bande à Part" stands as the second studio album by the French band Nouvelle Vague, released on June 14, 2006, in Europe on Peacefrog Records. Following the success of their eponymous debut album, "Bande à Part" continues the band's signature style of bossa nova cover versions of 1980s new wave tracks.
The European edition of the album features 14 standard tracks, with an additional 18-track limited edition. In contrast, the United States edition, released on the Luaka Bop label, contains 14 standard tracks, with a 17-track limited edition.
"Bande à Part" showcases Nouvelle Vague's innovative approach to reinterpretation, blending bossa nova rhythms with nostalgic new wave melodies. With its charming and eclectic selection of covers, the album further solidified Nouvelle Vague's reputation as pioneers of the "bossa nova covers" genre, captivating audiences worldwide with their fresh take on classic tracks.
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