Lot #195: Garolou – Vinyl Album: “Garolou”

Garolou – Vinyl Album: “Garolou” This is the second, self-titled vinyl album by the Canadian progressive and folk-rock band Garolou, originally released in 1978. Album Overview The album was released on London Records (catalog number LFS-9027) and solidified the band's reputation as pioneers of progressive music in Quebec. It was highly successful, selling over 50,000 copies and earning a gold certification. In 1979, the group won the Félix Award for Folklore and Traditional album of the year at the first-ever ADISQ Gala. Track Listing The album is known for modernizing traditional French- and French-Canadian songs with rock and progressive elements. Key tracks include: Side A: "Aux Illinois," "La Complainte Du Maréchal Biron," "Le Départ Pour Les États," and "Je Me Suis Habillé En Plumes". Side B: "Victoria," "Alouette," "Germaine" (an 11-minute progressive epic), and "La Retraite De Bonaparte". Band Background Musical Style: Their sound is often described as a fusion of traditional folk, rock, and progressive rock, sometimes compared to a French-language version of Jethro Tull or Steeleye Span. Lineup for this Album: The members included Marc Lalonde (bass, vocals), Michel Lalonde (acoustic guitar, vocals), Michel Deguire (drums), Gilles Beaudoin (guitars), and Réginald Guay (keyboards). All information provided herein is considered accurate. It is the buyer's responsibility to verify its accurateness. As shown and as is. The pictures are part of the description. Pickup category timeslot {A}