Claude Nougaro - Armstrong (1965)

This pivotal work by Claude Nougaro synthesizes French chanson with Brazilian rhythms and American jazz. The album features interpretations of classic jazz standards alongside original compositions, enhanced by Maurice Vander’s sophisticated arrangements and Eddy Louiss’s soulful organ performances. Nougaro’s vocal technique draws heavily from American jazz traditions, delivering an authentic swinging energy throughout the record.

Tracklist:
1-1 Claude Nougaro - Bidonville (Album Version) [3:14]
1-2 Claude Nougaro - L'amour sorcier (Album Version) [3:29]
1-3 Claude Nougaro - Côte d'azur (Album Version) [3:01]
1-4 Claude Nougaro - Sing Sing Song (Work Song) [2:56]
1-5 Claude Nougaro - Tu dormiras longtemps (Album Version) [2:36]
1-6 Claude Nougaro - À bout de souffle (Album Version) [2:59]
1-7 Claude Nougaro - Les mains d'une femme dans la farine (Album Version) [1:58]
1-8 Claude Nougaro - Chanson pour le maçon (Album Version) [2:46]
1-9 Claude Nougaro - Schplaouch (Album Version) [2:51]
1-10 Claude Nougaro - Gratte-moi la tête (Album Version) [2:37]
1-11 Claude Nougaro - Armstrong (Album Version) [3:15]
1-12 Claude Nougaro - Toutes les filles m'ont suivi (Album Version) [2:27]
1-13 Claude Nougaro - Blanche-Neige (Album Version) [3:40]
1-14 Claude Nougaro - Docteur (Fever) [2:59]