Valia Et Aliocha Dimitrievitch - Valia Et Aliocha Dimitrievitch

Review by Morgan Emali

Valia Et Aliocha Dimitrievitch - A Wild Ride Through Folk, Romani, and Chanson Vibes (1988) Alright, let’s get this straight: Valia Et Aliocha Dimitrievitch isn’t just some random French folk-pop album from the '80s. Nope. It’s a chaotic, heartfelt explosion of Romani soul, chanson swagger, and enough accordion drama to make you forget what year it is. Released in 1988 under BAM and Disc’Az (because apparently one label wasn’t enough), this record feels like stepping into a smoky Paris café where everyone's drunk on cheap wine and nostalgia. First off, shoutout to the photography creds—Leguay and Vic Nowas nailed that cover art vibe. You can tell they were aiming for "mysterious but approachable," and honestly? They crushed it. The whole aesthetic screams, “Yeah, we’re doing our own thing, deal with it.” Now, onto the music. There are gems scattered all over this sucker, but two tracks really stuck with me like gum on a shoe: “Les Yeux Noirs” and “Kalinka.” “Les Yeux Noirs”? Holy crap, man. This song grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go. If emotions had legs, this tune would be sprinting barefoot through cobblestone streets at midnight. The violin work here is INSANE—it’s not even playing; it’s crying. Like legit sobbing. And then there’s the vocal delivery—it’s raw, unfiltered passion dripping out of every note. I swear, if you don’t feel something when this track kicks in, check your pulse because you might be dead. Then there’s “Kalinka,” which is basically THE anthem for anyone who loves high-energy chaos wrapped up in tradition. That iconic rhythm? Instant head-bob material. By the time the chorus hits, you’ll wanna grab a tambourine—or smash a plate, depending on how wild you’re feeling. It’s impossible not to move to this one. Seriously, try sitting still while listening. I dare ya. But here’s the kicker about this album—it’s uneven as hell. Some songs hit harder than others, and sure, a few tracks drag their feet more than they should. But guess what? That’s part of its charm. It’s messy, alive, flawed, and REAL. In an era dominated by polished pop machines, Valia Et Aliocha Dimitrievitch went full throttle into authenticity—and damn, does it show. Final thought: Listening to this album feels like hanging out with someone who talks too loud, drinks too much coffee, and tells stories that jump around so much you lose track—but somehow, you end up loving every second of it anyway. Oh, and fun fact—the mix of Russian classics like “Les Bateliers de la Volga” alongside original compositions gives it this weird cultural mashup vibe that shouldn’t work but totally does. So yeah, crank this baby up if you’re looking for music that punches you in the gut and makes you grin at the same time. Just maybe don’t listen to it during a boring office meeting unless you want to start air-fiddling behind your desk. Unexpected remark: Whoever decided to put “Gari-Gari” after “Le Chant Des Partisans” deserves a medal—or a slap. Hard to tell which.

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Artist: Valia Et Aliocha Dimitrievitch
Album: Valia Et Aliocha Dimitrievitch

France

1976

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Le Démarche De Mon Ami
Laubier En Fleurs
Troika
Bida
Les Deux Guitares
Cocher Ralentis Tes Chevaux
Les Cloches Du Soir
Les Yeux Noirs
Les Bateliers de la Volga
Kalinka
Gari-Gari
Ivan
Matouchka
J'aime Un Voyou Maman
Je Vous Aime
Le Chant Des Partisans
Chanson Tzigane
Plaine, Ma Plaine
Le Temps Des Fleurs
Adieu

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Catalog Numbers

C-73
102222
STEC 73
5884
5884, LD 5884

Labels

Disc'Az
BAM
BAM, Disc'BAM

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lyssna på nätet
ascolta in linea
online anhören
écouter en ligne
online luisteren
ouvir online
lytte på nettet
kuunnella verkossa
escuchar en línea

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Cassette
Album
CD
Vinyl
LP
Reissue

Companies

Role	Company
Printed By	Imprimerie Saint-Roch
Distributed By	Discodis

Credits

Role	Credit
Photography By	Vic Nowas
Photography	Leguay

Notes

Made in France
Blue shell
Fold-out sleeve.
Reissue not before late 70s considering price code DIS 214.
Reissue not released before late 70s considering price code DIS 214.
BAM on sleeve, Disc'BAM on label
This release has NO BAM logo on back cover.
There is a similar release with a BAM logo on back cover.
No heading for each side on this release

Barcodes

Rights Society: SACEM SDRM SACD SGDL
Price Code: Y
Barcode: 3 229261 02225
Label Code: SACEM SDRM SACD SGDL
Matrix / Runout (AZ 73 A ): A
Matrix / Runout (AZ 73 B): B
Price Code: DIS 214
Rights Society: SACEM/SDRM/SACD/SGDL
Price Code: B

About Valia Et Aliocha Dimitrievitch

May 11, 1905 - October 20, 1983

Name Vars

Valia
Valia Dimitrievich
Валя Димитриевич

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Valia Et Aliocha Dimitrievitch* by Valia Et Aliocha Dimitrievitch is a hidden gem from 1988. It blends French folk, Romani chansons, and world music vibes. The tracks feel like a journey through emotions and cultures. One standout fact? The iconic song "Les Yeux Noirs" is part of this collection—a timeless piece that resonates with fans of passionate, soulful music. Plus, the photography credits go to Leguay and Vic Nowas, adding a visual charm to this artistic masterpiece.