Search - Rita Mitsouko :: Systeme D

(insert French exclamation here)!

W Mianecke | Rochester, NY | 12/01/1999

(4 out of 5 stars)

"If you are not totally won over in the first few SECONDS of the opening track, well, you're hopelessly SERIOUS. This is fun, fun, FUN and it follows its own rules. Catherine's zesty vocal acrobatics are astounding and delightful and the music is SO infectious and timeless. This could've benefitted from a bit of editing, at 14 tracks, it gets a BIT same-y sounding, but, that's nit-picking, and you get more bang for your buck. If you'd prefer your dance music to have gusto and surprises, then consider checking this out..."

French Chanteuse Par Excellence!

t n crumpets | Long Island, NY | 08/11/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Several years ago I saw some music videos by Les Rita on a local TV station. I discovered their album, "The No Comprendo" in a record store. I was totally hooked! Ms. Catherine Ringer is a true diva but much more twisted (and talented) than the average pop siren. "Systeme D" is a great showcase of not only the talent of Ringer, but also of the knowing musicianship of the duo. It's bizarre in parts, but that's what I love about it. The first song is rife with sexual innuendo, but it's all in French if that makes a difference. Yes, you'll find English material here as well, which should give you a good idea where the band is coming from lyric-wise. If you're a Francophile or just adore edgy,new-wavy music with style, try this disc."

Happy and emotional

t n crumpets | 12/29/1998

(5 out of 5 stars)

"A duet with iggy pop! A faithful cover of Serge Gainsbourg's "L'Hotel Particular." French! Tasty!"