Not sure if Romane Serda got an open, objective view when she released her debut-album in 2004; articles about her usually start with saying that she is more than just another blonde Lolita. Most important reason for the justification: she was the wife of Rénaud Sechan, best known by his first name and rock royalty in France since the late seventies. They met in 2003, married in 2005 and recently had their first child. She was raised in de Drôme, got her feet a little wet here and there in music, but her career really took off once she met Rénaud. This caused some heavy debating among Rénaud-fans, still, the title-free cd by Romane was nominated for various prizes.
I bought Romane's album just by looking at the cover, and wasn't disappointed. Elegant songs, wonderful production, one song co-written by Romane herself and one very nice cover of L'Amitié - made famous by Françoise Hardy. Be advised; Romane likes to add a little country-twang in her voice. Romane is in the studio at the moment to record a sophomore album.
Romane Serda - Mon Envers de Moi
Romane Serda - L'Amitié
And now, for a little bit of nit-picking : This is Renaud Séchan, actually, not Rénaud Sechan.
BeantwoordenVerwijderenAnd talking about nits, Nits is one of my favourite bands. OK, OK, I'm completely off-topic with that one. Just wanted to say I knew one Dutch band. And Gruppo Sportivo; Well, that's TWO Dutch bands!!!
Keep up the good work, and don't let anyone intimidate you, 'cause we love you and we need you...