Wapassou - Salammbô

Review by Mehmet Turan Felek

Wapassou's album Salammbô is a masterpiece that takes the listener on a journey through time and space. The band's fusion of progressive rock, classical music, and world music creates a unique sound that is both captivating and mesmerizing.

The album's opening track, "Messe en Ré Mineur," sets the tone for the rest of the album with its haunting melodies and intricate instrumentation. The use of traditional instruments such as the hurdy-gurdy and the bouzouki adds an authentic touch to the music.

The title track, "Salammbô," is a standout with its driving rhythm and soaring vocals. The song's lyrics are inspired by Gustave Flaubert's novel of the same name, and the band does an excellent job of capturing the book's essence.

Other highlights include "Odysseus," a tribute to the legendary Greek hero, and "La Suite," a stunning instrumental piece that showcases the band's musical prowess.

Artist: Wapassou
Album: Salammbô

Prog Rock

1977

Rating: 3.78

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Salambô, Pt. 1	18:04
Salammbô (1ère Partie)
Salambô, Pt. 2	19:04
Salammbô Part 1	18:04
Salammbô (2ème Partie)
Salammbô Part 2	19:05

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Catalog Numbers

FGBG 4112.AR
KICP 2807
BELLE 091578
ZAL 6437

Labels

Musea
Nexus
Belle Antique
Omega Studio
Crypto

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Vinyl
LP
Stereo
SHM CD
Mini LP Sleeve

Companies

Role	Company
Licensed From	Crypto
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Musea
Copyright (c)	Musea
Made By	Dureco France
Recorded At	Studio Antibes
Record Company	King Record Co. Ltd
Published By	Editions Crypto
Printed By	France Imprimerie Sorel
Distributed By	RCA
Manufactured By	Marquee Inc.
Pressed By	Almedio Inc.

Credits

Role	Credit
Artwork	Alain Robert
Layout	Alain Robert
Design	Gustave Dore
Engineer	Bernard Belan, Fernand Landmann, Frédéric Fizelson, P. Bucco
Executive-Producer	Alain Robert, Bernard Gueffier, Francis Grosse
Guest	Monique Fizelson
Vocals	Monique Fizelson
Backing Vocals	Jean-Pierre Massiera
Guitar	Karin Nickerl
Keyboards	Freddy Brua
Liner Notes	Francis Grosse
Other	Dorian Cumps, Paul Stump
Producer	Jean-Claude Pognant
Sleeve Notes	Claude Roynette
Violin	Jacques Lichti
Executive Producer	Alain Robert, Bernard Gueffier, Francis Grosse
Recorded By	B. Belan, F. Landmann, F. Fizelson, P. Bucco
Mixed By	B. Belan, F. Landmann, F. Fizelson, P. Bucco
Voice	Jean-Pierre Massiera
Illustration	Gustave Dore
Written-By	Freddy Brua

Notes

Recorded at Studio 16, Antibes, September 1977.
On tray card:
P 1994 Musea
C 1994 Musea licenced from Crypto Records
Musea 7/1994 [inside booklet]
Made in France [on disc]
Although there is a credit for translation in the booklet, all Francis Grosse's biography and booklet notes are in French.
King Records,Japan.Jewel case,With OBI.Recorded in 1977.
Recorded September 1977.
Jewel case / 4 page booklet, Obi, Insert
Replica Wapassou - Salammbô
Subtitled "D'Après L'Oeuvre De Gustave Flaubert".
Comes with one printed insert.
Enregistré au Studio 16 d'Antibes en Septembre 1977.
Subtitled "D'après L’œuvre De Gustave Flaubert".
Printed in France
Made in France
Subtitled 'D'Après L'Œuvre De Gustave Flaubert'.
Packaged in a mini LP sleeve with obi, insert, Japanese liner notes and inner cloth CD sleeve in a resealable clear plastic sleeve.

Barcodes

Barcode (Text): 3 426300 041128
Barcode (String): 3426300041128
Matrix / Runout: DURECO 4112AR
Rights Society: SACEM SACD SDRM SGDL
Barcode: none
Matrix / Runout: BELLE091578 1T V
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L236
Mould SID Code: none
Matrix / Runout (Side A runout, stamped): 6437 A O0
Matrix / Runout (Side A runout, etched): ZAL 6437A
Matrix / Runout (Side B runout, stamped): 6437 B O0
Matrix / Runout (Side B runout, etched): ZAL 6437B
Price Code: Ⓐ
Mould SID Code: IFPI 4011
Matrix / Runout: BELLE 091578 1T V
Rights Society: JASRAC

About Wapassou

Unique symphonic / progressive rock band from Strasbourg, France, established in the early 1970's. Their obscure eponymous debut LP was more psychedelic flavoured, akin to Catharsis. After that they made a trilogy of albums, all involving long complex suites with guitar, violin, keyboards and female voice, exploring a mystical, classical hybrid all of their own, especially unusual for the lack of percussion. Further albums into the 80's were different again, blending pop and modern neo-prog styles.

Name Vars

Wapassou Musique

Members

Jean-Pierre Massiera
Freddy Brua
Jacques Lichti
Karin Nickerl
Jean-Pierre Schall
Jean-Michel Biger
Geneviève Moerlen
Jean-Jacques Bacquet
Monique Fizelson
Charly Kolb
Francis Gentel
Christine Maillard
Michel Lacour
Dominique Kihm
Dominique Metz

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Summary by Mehmet Turan Felek

Salammbô is a must-listen for fans of progressive rock and world music. Wapassou's ability to seamlessly blend different genres and create a cohesive sound is truly impressive.