Django Reinhardt, Stéphane Grappelli - Les Rois Du Swing Manouche

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Review by Rick-Rainer Ludwig

Les Rois Du Swing Manouche by Django Reinhardt & Stéphane Grappelli: A Timeless Jazz Gem That Feels Like Home Let’s get one thing straight—this album isn’t just jazz; it’s a warm hug for your soul. Released in 2009 under Wagram Music S.A., Les Rois Du Swing Manouche is a treasure chest of tunes that feels like stepping into a smoky Parisian café where the air hums with magic. Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli? Yeah, they’re basically gods of swing manouche, and this record proves why. There are so many tracks here (seriously, SO MANY), but two stood out to me like neon signs on a foggy night: “Nuages” and “Minor Swing.” Let me tell ya why these stuck in my brain like gum under a table. First up, “Nuages.” Oh man, this track hits different. It’s soft, kinda melancholic, but not in a way that makes you wanna cry in the shower. More like… nostalgic? The guitar work from Django is unreal—it's like his fingers are dancing across the strings while telling you an old story you somehow already know. Every note feels alive, breathing, whispering secrets only your heart understands. When I hear this song, I think about late-night drives through empty streets, windows down, letting the cool breeze mess up my hair. It’s simple yet profound, y’know? Then there’s “Minor Swing,” which is basically the opposite vibe—but just as unforgettable. This tune kicks in like someone flipped a switch at a party. Suddenly, everyone’s tapping their feet, nodding their heads, or maybe even busting out some awkward kitchen dance moves (no judgment). The rhythm is infectious, almost challenging you NOT to move. Grappelli’s violin slices through the mix like butter, sharp and smooth all at once, while Django’s guitar struts around like it owns the place. Honestly, if this track doesn’t make you smile, check your pulse—you might be part robot. What’s wild about this album is how it transports you. One minute you’re chilling in modern-day reality, scrolling Instagram or whatever, and the next you’re transported back to 1930s France, sipping espresso and pretending you’re intellectual. But don’t let its vintage charm fool you—these songs still feel fresh today. Like, really fresh. They remind us that good music doesn’t age; it just gets better with time, like fine wine or grandma’s secret recipe. And here’s the kicker: listening to this album made me realize something weird. Jazz isn’t just about technical skill or fancy solos—it’s about connection. These guys weren’t just playing instruments; they were having conversations without words. And somehow, decades later, we’re invited to eavesdrop on those chats. How cool is that? So yeah, go ahead and give Les Rois Du Swing Manouche a spin. Whether you’re into jazz or just looking for something that’ll light up your day, this album delivers. Just don’t blame me if you end up humming “Minor Swing” for weeks. Trust me, it happens.

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Artist: Django Reinhardt, Stéphane Grappelli
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Hungaria
The Man I Love
Interprétation Swing Du 1st Mouvement
Nocturne
Stockholm
Minor Blues
I Saw Stars
Over The Rainbow
Vingt Six
Si Tu Savais
My Serenade
Tea For Two
Django's Tiger
The Sheik Of Araby
J'attendrai
It Don't Mean A Thing
I've Found A New Baby
Body And Soul
Nature Boy
Swing 39
My Melancholy Baby
Manoir De Mes Reves
Nuages
Ol' Man River
Djangology
Honeysuckle Rose
I Wonder Where My Baby Is Tonight
What Is This Thing Called Love
Them There Eyes
Liebestraum No 3
Avalon
Tears
Mabel
Rose Room
Just A Gigolo
Shine
Troublant Bolero
Embraceable You
Undecided
Some Of These Days
Alabamy Bound
Brickton
Younger Generation
It Had To Be You
Liza
What A Difference A Day Made
Night And Day
Stephen's Blues
Oriental Shuffle
Billets Doux
Swing 42
For Sentimental Reasons
Limehouse Blues
Mystery Pacific
Eveline
How High The Moon
I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm (Take 1)
Coquette
Chicago
Out Of Nowhere
Hcq Strut
Sweet Georgia Brown
Swing From Paris
I Love You
Belleville
Sugar
Minor Swing
Baby
Echoes Of France
Tiger Rag
My Sweet (Take 1)
Confessin'
Crazy Rhythm
Brazil

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Catalog Numbers

3207542

Labels

Wagram Music S.A.

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  • 4 × CD
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About Django Reinhardt, Stéphane Grappelli

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Romani-French jazz guitarist and composer. Born: 23 January 1910, Liberchies, Belgium. Died: 16 May 1953, Fontainebleau, Seine-et-Marne, France He was also a painter, fly fisher and billiard player. Brother of . Father of , , grandfather of . He died of cerebral haemorrhage.

Real Name

    • Jean Reinhardt

Name Vars

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  • Django Reinhardt And His Rythms
  • Django Reinhardt, Guitare & Orchestre
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Aliases

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Les Rois Du Swing Manouche* is a treasure trove of timeless jazz tunes, featuring legendary artists Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli. Released in 2009 by Wagram Music S.A., it’s a celebration of France's swing era. With tracks like "Nuages," "Minor Swing," and "Over the Rainbow," this album feels like a warm trip back to the golden age of jazz. It’s packed with 70+ songs, each one a little masterpiece. A must-listen for anyone who loves soulful melodies and fiery improvisations!