Written and recorded in Western Normandy, where Yann Tambour grew up and moved back just under a decade ago after spells in various cites such as Paris, Bristol, Brussels or Marseilles, this new album marks a return to spellbinding simplicity. While Boubacar Cissokho’s contributions were previously scattered across their recordings, a decade of live performances has given him a prominent role in the music. This evolution shines through on all nine tracks, where their string instruments intertwine in perfect harmony.
The album’s title track, The Warmth You Deserve, speaks to finding comfort in turbulent times. Throughout the stripped-back arrangements, a newfound serenity emerges in Tambour’s compositions, while Cissokho’s distinctive kora is the golden thread weaving its way through the album.
Stranded Horse “The Warmth You Deserve” with Boubacar Cissokho: 1. The Warmth You Deserve – 2. A Sigh by Your Side Rings Hollow – 3. Right No Wrongs with No Arms – 4. From Down Below – 5. Long Is the Line – 6. Le Feu qui nous rend las – 7. So High – 8. Blushing Rivers Overflow* – 9. Sous pied d’camélias
All songs written by Yann Tambour, except Sous pied d’camélias, written by Maxime Laope. Arranged by Boubacar Cissokho & Yann Tambour, except * arranged by Yann Tambour
Recorded to tape by Emmanuel Laffeach & mixed by Emmanuel Laffeach & Yann Tambour at Studio Chaudelande, Cherbourg.
Mastered by Uwe Teichert at Elektropolis, Brussels.
Yann Tambour: Kora/Guitar/Vocals
Boubacar Cissokho: Kora
Photographs: Jasmine Bannister
Artwork: Amélie Boutry
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