Emile Bilodeau will embark on a water voyage with "Bill aux îles"
In the realm of contemporary Quebecois music, Émile Bilodeau continues to make waves with his latest album, "Bill aux Îles." Recorded live outside the Aux Pas Perdus performance hall in Cap-aux-Meules on May 18, 2024, the album offers a unique, immersive experience for listeners.
The album's first track, "Postcard," is a poignant reflection of Émile's long-distance relationship with his girlfriend, Flavie. He often visits Flavie, who works on the Islands, and brings the Islands with him when he travels.
One of the standout tracks on the album is "Mauat tsham," an adaptation of an indispensable Bilodeau classic. This version, a collaboration with Shikuan Vollant for the writing and Matiu for the interpretation, was intended to reinterpret Kashtin's music for "Mauat tsham." However, the Innus already cherished the original version of the song. Despite this, Émile remains optimistic about the possibility of a Quebecois song in the Innus version achieving worldwide success.
"Making Peace" is another noteworthy track on the album, emphasising the need for peace and acceptance. Émile believes that isolation is a universal problem, and the context of the Islands makes this problem more real in his music.
The album's recording was a meticulous process. The microphone setup was carefully planned and tested during the first night of recording. The result was a satisfying outcome for Émile, who practiced extensively before the recording.
Émile's work is heavily influenced by Richard Desjardins, as evidenced by his approach to engaging with the audience. He talks a little to the audience to explain the concept of the album, similar to Desjardins. One such instance can be found in the song "Check-list," where Émile lists his regrets and personal and collective projects not accomplished.
The album offers a Dolby Atmos experience, enhancing the immersion for listeners. This, combined with the remarkable listening experience that transports listeners to the location of the recording, makes "Bill aux Îles" a must-listen for any music enthusiast.
Sadly, we lost a significant figure in the cultural scene with the passing of magazine editor Isabelle Vaillancourt. Her contributions to the industry will be missed. The cultural magazine, DMag, contains texts related to Émile Bilodeau's album, offering insights into his music and creative process.
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