Robert Charlebois

Emblematic figure of Quebec song, Robert Charlebois returns to Paris for a series of Grand Rex concerts. An opportunity to meet on stage the energy and verve of an unclassifiable artist.

Robert Charlebois, born 1944 in Montreal, is a singer-songwriter-performer, musician and actor who profoundly marked the Quebec and francophone music scene. From the late 60s onward, he established himself with innovative style blending rock, folk, jazz and often surrealist and engaged lyrics. Accompanied by talented musicians, he created unique sound, often tinged with psychedelic touch, disrupting traditional songwriting conventions. His album « Lindberg  » (1968), recorded with Louise Forestier, is often cited as a major milestone in his discography, as is « Québec Love  » (1969) or « La maudite machine  » (1972).

Charlebois is recognized for his singular writing, capable of shifting from finest poetry to most offbeat humour, always with great freedom of tone. Tracks like « Je reviendrai à Montréal  », « Ordinaire  » or « Lindberg  » became classics, crossing generations. He managed over decades to maintain artistic relevance exploring different genres while preserving his own identity. His influence is palpable in many Quebec and French artists who drew from his boldness and creativity.

On stage, Robert Charlebois is renowned for charismatic presence and sense of performance. His concerts are often described as intense sharing moments where the artist communicates contagious energy to his public. He deploys a mix of signature songs and more recent titles, always with rich instrumentation and careful arrangements. This Paris passage, in Grand Rex's setting, represents a fine opportunity to rediscover the extent of his repertoire and performance talent in a hall that saw so many legends.

Grand Rex, with its Art Déco architecture and rich history, offers an ideal setting for Charlebois' universe. Inaugurated in 1932, this mythic Boulevard Poissonnière venue is known for its acoustics and warm atmosphere conducive to grand musical evenings. It's in this history-laden space that the Quebec artist can share with Paris audiences the essence of his career between nostalgia and modernity. A must-see for authentic and inventive francophone song lovers.