Route Nord by Lorène Charmetant
Leaning into a broad range of influences, Lorène’s new full length album has a noticeably new sound. Crisp yet rich vocals are punctuated by driving beats, incorporating a contemporary sound that pairs beautifully with Lorène’s experienced voice. A departure from jazz and other more traditional genres, Lorène’s new sound feels like a folk-pop masterpiece - the lyrics and their delivery feel timeless, while the musicality is tangibly current. The folk influence is some of the flavour behind her vocally driven sound, while her jazz background serves those vocals up flawlessly. Electronic elements are present in an effective but subtle way, serving the songs and supporting - never overpowering all that is Lorène. Choral harmonies emphasize the strength in the vocals, as well as Lorène’s skills as a songwriter. There is a dreamlike quality to her slower ballads, and her lyrics feel like a letter to a friend. Lorène is writing music that resonates - it’s interesting but calming, stimulating yet comforting, approachable yet unique. Her sound is exploratory while also arriving polished, and will serve her audiences boundlessly with enchanting melodies, engaging rhythms, and enticing lyrics.
Music and lyrics by Lorène Charmetant
Recording and mixing by Jordy Walker at Stackwall studios in 2023/2024
Mastering by Phil Shaw Bova
Album Photo by Émeraude Dallaire
Musicians
Lorène Charmetant: lead vocals, back vocals, synth, guitar, synth bass, string arrangements
Jordy Walker: guitars, synthesizers, bass, sound carving
Alana Martinson: violin on Océane and Solitude
Sarah-Jane Johnson: cello on Solitude
Andy Slade: piano on Clair Obscur
With the precious help of the Government of Yukon
Tracklist
| 1. | Serais-tu là | 4:13 |
| 2. | Comme moi | 3:44 |
| 3. | D'or et de Laine | 3:42 |
| 4. | Runaway Gal | 4:29 |
| 5. | Clair Obscur | 4:23 |
| 6. | Océane | 3:58 |
| 7. | Route Nord | 4:40 |
| 8. | Solitude | 3:22 |
| 9. | 13 Novembre | 2:08 |
Credits
License
All rights reserved.
A departure from jazz and other more traditional genres, Lorène’s sound feels like a folk-pop masterpiece. Crisp, rich vocals are punctuated by driving beats. Electronic elements are present in an effective, subtle way while choral harmonies emphasize the strength in her vocals. The slower ballads are dreamlike, and her lyrics feel like a letter to a friend.