Damien Elisa - N'MOTS (2026)

The digital reissue of Damien Elisa’s debut album, "N’MOTS" (2003), presents a futuristic synthesis of Creole chanson, jazz, broken beat, and electronic poetry. Produced by the multi-instrumentalist during an era dominated by traditional sega and seggae rhythms, the work is distinguished by its introspection and experimental approach to sonic textures. The central concept revolves around the polysemy of language as a tool for exploring themes of social injustice, love, and the absurd. This digital restoration from original masters revives a landmark piece of Mauritian avant-garde music that significantly predated its time.

Tracklist:
1-1 Damien Elisa - NAMBA [4:18]
1-2 Damien Elisa - CAS NA DA [5:16]
1-3 Damien Elisa - OH CHAROYAR BUSINESS OH [4:45]
1-4 Damien Elisa - VA J G [6:04]
1-5 Damien Elisa - ZIGILEY [6:26]
1-6 Damien Elisa - LACATIA [4:02]
1-7 Damien Elisa - DES TRUCS D’ESCLAVAGES [5:13]
1-8 Damien Elisa - A KICHI KICHI YA YA DA DA [4:06]
1-9 Damien Elisa - MARI CLAIR [4:29]
1-10 Damien Elisa - PARTICIPÉ [3:41]
1-11 Damien Elisa - A CAUSE MANZÉ [5:54]
1-12 Damien Elisa - N’MOTS [4:15]