#Jean Laffite

[liberty1776]

Originally posted this 9 years ago, it is now the 209th anniversery of the battle.

Jean Laffite at the battle of New Orleans, 1815. In exchange for helping the Americans, the French pirate and his crew were granted a full pardon by Andrew Jackson.

This is probably actually Domineque You who according to some accounts was Jean’s brother. According to historian Gene A. Smith “Contrary to rumor, Lafitte was not at the battle on Jan. 8, 1815. He was delivering a letter.” He did however serve as Old Hickory’s “topographic advisor and guide and on the general’s staff.”

Painting is by Angus McBride

[frenchcurious]

Didier Pironi, René Arnoux, Patrick Tambay, Jean-Pierre Jarier, Patrick Depailler, Jacques Laffite et Jean-Pierre Jabouille. - source Le Vintage Loft Garage

[christiangeistdorfer]

the iconic french lunch at the renault garage during the 1979 brazilian grand prix

featuring patrick tambay, didier pironi, jacques laffite, jean-pierre jabouille, rené arnoux & patrick depailler

[semyazzayee]

Fauchelevent (Although in this version for some reason with another name,Laffite) and NotMyValjeanNeeson Just taking inspiration from other old mans I guess

[cazzyf1]

pls tell me everything you know about the 1982 drivers strike i think about it often

Right I about to go into as much detail as possible about the driver's strike while hopefully keeping it comprehensible.

*cracks knuckles*

Let's go.

So to give some overall context to the situation, Bernie Ecclestone was doing some meddling. He had control over the Formula One Constructors Association (FOCA) which meant he could negotiate contracts between teams, track owners, television rights, etc. Realising the sort of power Bernie Ecclestone was getting, the Federation Internationale de I'Automobile (FIA) put Jean-Marie Balestre in charge. There was a big power struggle between these two however both Ecclestone and Balestre united against the drivers in 1982.

At the start of the 1982 season, a new license called a 'super license' was put forward for the drivers to sign. This license was based on other sports, like football's transfer systems, meaning the drivers had fewer rights - their team owners essentially owned them. For example, the super licence meant a team could keep drivers to one team for up to three years, even if the drivers wanted to leave. This happened after, in 1981, Alain Prost was racing for McLaren, and he became convinced that the car wasn't safe. He refused to drive for the team, though he had a contract. He said if necessary, he would walk away from the sport altogether. Then Renault approached Alain Prost, and he joined them. A new license was created to prevent this situation from happening again.

1982 was also the season that (at the time) 2x World Champion Niki Lauda decided to come out of retirement. In 1979 he had been racing for Bernie Ecclestone's team 'Brabham', but halfway through the season, he walked away, finding no more interest in the sport. Eventually Ron Dennis, who ran the team 'Mclaren' tempted Niki back into the sport.

Niki was sent the super license a few days before the start of the season to sign, and being a stickler for detail he made sure to read through all of it. In reading it, Niki realised the control the team owners would have over the drivers and did not approve of it. Quickly, he rang up Didier Pironi who was head of the drivers association, to talk him through what he had found. Didier agreed that these licenses were bad and then called all the other drivers, telling them not to sign the licence. They had been late though, as 24 had technically already signed as they hadn't properly read the licence. The only ones that hadn't were Lauda, Pironi, Villeneuve who had seen something similar in ice hockey and didn't like it, Arnoux, Giacomelli and de Cesaris.

In South Africa, Kyalami the track was prepared for the drivers to start practising, and the drivers were arriving in their normal cars. But before they could get out on track, a bus pulled up with Niki Lauda and Pironi in it. Without their knowledge, Niki and Didier had managed to borrow a bus from Trevor Rowe and were ready to take the drivers back to their hotel at the Kyalami Ranch. They rounded up all the drivers and told them of their plans, and while they were hesitant, eventually, most of them were convinced to get onto the bus. Only two didn't. Jochen Mass, who was late (He's always late, someone said) and Jacky Ickx.

The team owner of March, John McDonald, caught wind of what was happening and tried to prevent the bus from leaving by parking a van in front of the bus. Jacques Laffite got out of the bus to move the van, accidentally stalled it, but eventually got it out of the way. The bus then set off, taking the scenic route back to the Sunnyside Park Hotel while every news van and car chased after the bus, getting clips of Niki Lauda looking out the back of the bus and waving at them.

Eventually, they arrived, and all of them strutted past the journalists and went into the hotel. Thus ensued a fun time for the drivers relaxing around by the pool for the day. However, things back at the track were not shaping up well.

Bernie Ecclestone and Jean-Marie Balestre were pissed. The race organisers threatened to impound the cars, Bernie Ecclestone threatened to sue the drivers, and Balestre announced if the drivers didn't come back, then they would all be fired. Bernie Ecclestone had already fired the drivers from his team, Nelson Piquet and Riccardo Patrese. The mechanics put signs out joking advertising for new drivers. Didier Pironi was doing the main negotiations for the drivers at the track and reporting back to Niki Lauda at the hotel on how it was progressing. During the evening, when dinner was being served, the driver's wives and girlfriends, who were still at the track, started throwing bread rolls at Balestre.

Didier Pironi arrived at the hotel and explained that if they didn't return and drive immediately, they risked life bans. Niki Lauda realised that this strike would last the night, and he knew that if all the drivers returned to their own rooms, the team principles would easily be able to convince them to abandon the strike. They needed to stay united, which meant literally sticking together. He arranged to take over the conference room in the hotel and have all the spare mattresses brought into the room.

All the drivers moved into this one big room, and soon, the entertainment started. Many of the younger drivers felt quite panicked about the whole situation, worried that they would be fired for going on strike, which would have ended any career in motorsports, so they went to the older drivers like Niki for reassurance. Niki tried to lighten up the atmosphere by telling dirty jokes. Bruno Giacomelli, who was quite passionate about machine guns, got his hands on a chart and gave a presentation on how to take a gun to bits. There was also a piano in the room, and driver Elio de Angelis, trained to play the piano, performed for all the drivers. Everyone there said it was the most beautiful playing they had ever heard. Gilles Villeneuve also had a go playing a few joyful pieces.

The team owners and journalists had by now discovered that all the drivers were hiding out in this one big room, and they were trying to get in. At first, Niki gave an interview by the door, but he ensured no one would leave the room. One of the team principles, Mo Nunn of Ensign, had brought the driver, Guerrero's girlfriend, along as a bargaining trip. Niki made sure to accompany Guerrero to see his girlfriend. He said that the situation could have brought a tear to your eye. Eventually, they got the girlfriend away from the team principal and into the room. Team principal Jean Sage of Renault tried to get to Prost and Arnoux but was beaten off.

At this point, the team principals grew frustrated and decided to break into the room, so the drivers had to use the piano to barricade the door.

Then night came, and it was time for the drivers to get even closer. There were not enough mattresses for one each, meaning all the drivers had to bunk up. Many funny photographs have come from this event. Alain Prost and Giles Villeneuve shared a mattress, which led to Patrick Tambay saying if a child came from this, all the others might as well give up.

There was a problem with the toilet as there was only one and it wasn't in the room. There was a key to the toilet and so the drivers agreed to leave it in the middle of the room so they would know if someone left to the toilet and didn't come back. One driver, Fabi, ended up going to the toilet but did not come back.

During the night, Carlos Reuntemann or Keke Rosberg snored so loudly that Gilles Villeneuve threw a blanket over them to cover the sound.

In the morning, all the drivers got up, trying hard not to sniff the odour of the room and got ready to head to the track as Didier Pironi had been able to successfully negotiate a licence they were happy with. No drivers were fired, Nelson Piquet and Riccardo Paterese were rehired, and the race was successful. There were fears that the drivers could be arrested at the airport, but thankfully, that didn't happen. Instead, they were fined for taking part in the strike, which, while it didn't affect some drivers who already had plenty of money, it wasn't ideal for the drivers who were just getting started.

This is as much as I am able to remember; if you know anything more or if there is something wrong in this let me know in the comments below! Hope you enjoyed the read :)

[unknown171204]

Starmania 1988 - 1991

This version of the show, darker than the previous ones, is considered by Michel Berger as the true second version (and the true update) of his Starmania

Presented first at the Paris theater then at the Marigny theater over a period of four years, it is the first attempt at a major return of the show in France

DISTRIBUTION :

Norman Groulx / Renaud Hantson : Johnny Rockfort

Martine St-Clair / Nathalie Lermitte : Cristal

Maurane / Réjane Perry : Marie-Jeanne

Richard Groulx / Michel Pascal : Zéro Janvier

Sabrina Lory : Stella Spotlight

Renaud Hantson / Solal : Ziggy

Wenta / Bruna Giraldi : Sadia

Luc Laffite / Jean-Jacques Fauthoux : Roger-Roger

Full Album :

The French public will welcome with pleasure this bringing up to date from the end of the 80s, which does not seek to forget the original casting

ESPECIALLY the untouchable Daniel Balavoine, who died in 1986 from a tragic helicopter accident

The fabulous success of the show gave rise to a tour throughout France, Belgium, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Spain and five performances in the USSR, apparently a real triumph !

Video archives :

Liners :

FINALLY !!

the show was filmed in its entirety ...

A recording which has only one fault, the absence of Maurane The star of the show, having left the troupe after eight months of performances, due to terrible burn-out

The Full Show (with english subs) :

С русскими субтитрами :

한국어 자막과 함께 :

中国粉丝制作 :

ANECDOTES :

Réjane Perry, Maurane's liner and then replacement, is not unknown to fans of French musicals ! She is the very first nurse in Romeo and Juliet 2001

...

The Princess Lady Diana attending a whirlwind performance by the troupe during a visit to the Elysée :

...

Ziggy evolves in this version, is now no longer a rock dancer ( which didn't really make sense in previous versions)

he became a rock drummer 🥁

...

The role had such an impact on Maurane that she wrote a magnificent song about her character :

For more Starmania or to discover other French musicals I invite you to follow the path of my main masterlist to learn more about French musicals and their stories :

[jadiaashley]

no one ever wants to go search for Jean Laffite’s buried treasure on the shore anymore bro it’s troubling times

[fakerobotrealblog]

"Our Flag Means Death" provides a fictionalized take on historical pirates with a focus on queer representation. While the show doesn't strictly adhere to historical accuracy, it offers a unique lens on the lives of pirates. In the context of queer historical pirates and queer history, let's explore the themes:

1. **Anne Bonny and Mary Read:**

- In real history, Anne Bonny and Mary Read were two female pirates known for their exploits in the early 18th century. While their exact sexual orientations are not explicitly documented, their unconventional lives and the fact that they disguised themselves as men to join pirate crews challenge traditional gender norms.

2. **Edward Teach (Blackbeard):**

- Blackbeard, one of the most infamous pirates, has been the subject of various historical accounts and legends. While not explicitly portrayed as queer, his mystique and unconventional lifestyle contribute to the broader spectrum of diverse identities in pirate history.

3. **Jean Laffite:**

- Jean Laffite, a French pirate and privateer in the Gulf of Mexico during the early 19th century, is another historical figure whose sexuality is a subject of speculation. Some historical accounts suggest he may have had relationships with men, adding complexity to his historical narrative.

4. **Pirates in Non-Western Contexts:**

- The history of piracy extends beyond Western narratives. Pirates in other parts of the world, such as Cheng I Sao in China or Grace O'Malley in Ireland, may have had diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. These lesser-known stories contribute to a more global understanding of pirate history.

5. **Queer Pirates in Literature:**

- The fictionalized world of pirate literature, including works like "Pirates!" by Celia Rees or "Pirates!" by L.A. Witt and Aleksandr Voinov, explores queer narratives within the pirate genre. These stories often blend historical elements with imaginative storytelling.

6. **Queer Pirates in Popular Culture:**

- Movies like "Pirates of the Caribbean" or books like "The Pirate Hunter" by Richard Zacks, while not explicitly focusing on queer pirates, contribute to the popularization of pirate lore. Contemporary interpretations in media can influence how audiences perceive historical figures.

In essence, "Our Flag Means Death" aligns with a broader trend in media to explore and celebrate diverse identities within historical narratives. By fictionalizing elements of pirate history, the show opens up conversations about the often overlooked and underrepresented aspects of queer history, inviting viewers to consider the complexity of LGBTQ+ experiences in different historical contexts.

[mixergiltron]

Laissez les bons temps rouler!

It's that time of year again. Time to listen to cool jazz,throw beads to wild women,and drink powerful cocktails. Mardi Gras has nothing to do with Tiki,but both feature cocktails made with rum,so that's good enough for me.

Mix #138 The Hurricane

2oz aged Jamaican dark rum 1/2oz Demerara rum 1/2oz overproof Jamaican rum 2oz fassionola red 1/4oz grenadine 1oz lemon juice 1oz orange juice

Shake with ice and pour into hurricane glass.

The Hurricane is the classic drink that is associated with both Mardi Gras and New Orleans. Its creation is attributed to Pat O'Brien's,a famous bar in the French Quarter. There are several versions of the story,but basically they had a whole lot of cheap rum they wanted to get rid of,so they created a drink to do just that. The classic Hurricane features anywhere from two to four ounces of rum,citrus juice,and either fassionola or grenadine(or both) to give it a sweet taste and its signature red color. It's infamous for both its potency and hangovers. This version is from mixologist Brian Maxwell. As with most Hurricane recipes,I know there's rum in this,but I just can't taste it. It's very sweet with a touch of citrus on the end,and packs a punch. This drink will use up both your rum and inhibitions. Exactly what a Hurricane is supposed to do.

Mix #139 When the Levee Breaks

1.5oz Barbarcourt 8yr rum 1.5oz multi island white rum blend 1/2oz overproof Jamaican rum 1.5 oz fassionola red 3/4oz falernum 1oz lemon juice 1oz orange juice 4 dashes bitters

Shake with ice and pour into hurricane glass. Float 1/2oz of Fernet Branca on top.

This is a Brian Maxwell creation,his riff on the traditional Hurricane. Call it a grown ups' Hurricane. It's not as sweet and you can actually taste the rum and some spice. It'll smash you up just as bad as the classic Hurricane,but you'll feel classier drinking it. I left out the Fernet because it doesn't agree with me,but this was definitely an upgrade over the classic tourist drink.

Mix #140 Tangipahoa Planter's Punch

2oz aged Virgin Islands rum 3/4oz lime juice 3/4oz orange juice 3/4oz pineapple juice 1/2oz grenadine

Shake with ice and pour into zombie glass.

This is a classic drink from the '30's,modernized by Brian Maxwell to sweeten it up a bit. A very nice drink with a nice sweet/tart balance.

The original Tangipahoa Planter's Punch came from a recipe published in the 1937 book,Famous New Orleans Drinks and How to Mix'Em. I was actually able to track down a pdf of this volume on the web,and in there found a drink named for a pirate which crosses over into Tiki territory. Here's my modernized version:

Mix #141 Jean Laffite Cocktail

1.5oz dark rum 1/4oz orange curacao 1/4oz Demerara syrup 2 dashes absinthe 1 egg yolk*

Shake well with plenty of ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.

*I used egg substitute.

Jean Lafitte was an infamous pirate who operated out of New Orleans. In his honor I used Smith & Cross,a proper pirate rum. It's similar to a traditional sailor grog,with the other ingredients serving to take the edge off the rum. A bit harsh for my taste,but give it a try if you like your drinks to be liquor forward. By the way,the cocktail actually has the correct spelling of his name,the one F two T version is the misspelling that was used in English language documents at the time,and is used for places that are named after him. Another fun fact,the original recipe called for "absinthe substitute". This was because at the time absinthe was illegal. Fortunately it's available now,since it features in many Tiki drinks.

So put on some Dirty Dozen Brass Band,catch some beads,and let the good times roll!

[papersniffer]

What happens in Purgatory stays in…New Orleans? Was someone on Supernatural a fan of the Lafitte Cafe (https://lafittes.com/), or is this just another amazing coincidence? I could see our dearly beloved Purgatory vamp finding his way out again and starting a bar (we know Ty played a bartender earlier in the show lol). Benny would invite Dean and Cass over for old-time sake…and maybe a few rounds of pool.

History: The Laffite Cafe’s bar is open 24 hours a day and has had influential guests, including Tennessee Williams and Truman Capote. Operating since the end of Prohibition, (albeit in two different locations), the original Cafe Lafitte opened in the building that had been the noted pirate Jean Lafitte's blacksmith business in the 18th century. This building is now called Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop.

In its early days, the bar was managed by Mary Collins, a lesbian, and drew a mixed crowd of lesbians, homosexuals, and heterosexuals. In the 1950s, during rising tension between the club and the landlord, manager Tom Caplinger moved the club to the building where it is now located. At the grand reopening party in 1953, patrons arrived costumed as their favorite 'exile', including people like Oscar Wilde, Dante, and Napoleon.

Ghost Stories: In the book Queer Hauntings, Ken Summers writes that bar patrons claim to have occasionally seen the ghosts of deceased individuals who were fond of the bar as well as a "frisky" ghost named Mr. Bubbly who pinches people on their rear ends.

[gonzalo-obes]

IMAGENES Y DATOS INTERESANTES DEL DIA 8 DE ENERO DE 2024

Día Internacional del Agradecimiento, Día Mundial de Lucha contra la Depresión, Blue Monday (Día más triste del año), Día Mundial de la Lógica, Día Internacional de la Cometa, Año Internacional de los Camélidos.

Santa Gúdula y San Severino.

Tal día como hoy en el año 2023

En Brasilia, capital federal de Brasil, una turba de negacionistas bolsonaristas asalta con violencia la sede de los tres poderes (Legislativo, Ejecutivo y Judicial). En menos de cinco horas, el presidente recién electo Lula da Silva pondrá orden y promete presentar ante la justicia a los participantes en la rebelión que jamás aceptaron el resultado legítimo de la urnas. (Hace 1 año)

1959

En Francia, tras haber gobernado durante seis meses mediante decretos, y supervisado la redacción de una nueva Constitución por orden del presidente René Coty y de la Asamblea Nacional, Charles de Gaulle, toma posesión como nuevo presidente de la recién creada V República. (Hace 65 años)

1959

Tras haber abandonado el dictador Fulgencio Batista el 1 de enero la isla de Cuba, en el día de hoy Fidel Castro entra triunfante en La Habana con su ejército de "barbudos". (Hace 65 años)

1918

El presidente estadounidense Thomas Woodrow Wilson, proclama en el Congreso de su país, una lista con 14 puntos para lograr el cese de la I Guerra Mundial: la abolición de la diplomacia secreta, la libertad de navegación y comercio en todos los mares, la desaparición de las barreras económicas, la reducción de los armamentos, satisfacer con justicia las pretensiones coloniales, la evacuación de Rusia por parte de las potencias centrales, restituir la soberanía en Bélgica, restituir Alsacia y Lorena a Francia, el reajuste de las fronteras de Italia, la autonomía de los pueblos del Imperio Austrohúngaro, la evacuación de Rumanía, Serbia y Montenegro, la autonomía de los pueblos del Imperio Otomano, la restitución de la soberanía de Polonia y la creación de una Liga de Naciones, que será claro antecedente de la Sociedad de Naciones. Todos estos puntos serán la base que servirá para establecer el Tratado de Versalles de 1919, que significará el final de la terriblemente trágica Primera Guerra Mundial. (Hace 106 años)

1916

En la península de Gallípoli (Turquía), en el marco de la Primera Guerra Mundial, o Gran Guerra, tras 11 meses de avances sangrientos e ineficaces en los que mueren 250.000 soldados aliados y otros tantos turcos, las fuerzas británicas y francesas se retiran poniendo fin a la catastrófica invasión del Imperio Otomano. La península de Gallípoli, clave de entrada al mar de Mármara, ha sido, durante estos 11 meses, el escenario de una terrible masacre al atacar los aliados las posiciones turcas, en febrero de 1915. Los acorazados aliados mostraron su poderío sobre la artillería de tierra turca, pero las minas navales diezmaron la flota aliada y forzaron la decisión de los mandos a una batalla en tierra. (Hace 108 años)

1914

En el hospital Middlesex de Londres se utiliza por primera vez la radioterapia para tratar el cáncer. (Hace 110 años)

1874

En España, el general Pavía entra a caballo en las Cortes con varios soldados y las disuelve a tiros, poniendo de este modo fin a la breve Primera República española, constituida el 11 de febrero del año anterior. (Hace 150 años)

1815

En EE.UU., en el marco de la Guerra anglo-americana de 1812 se produce el último enfrentamiento en los llanos de Chalmette, cercanos a la ciudad de Nueva Orleans, entre las tropas americanas del general Andrew Jackson con su ejército mixto de seis mil hombres, formado por angloamericanos, esclavos, criollos, negros libres y nativos americanos, junto con piratas facilitados por Jean Laffite, listos para pelear contra quince mil soldados británicos bien entrenados, pero que se ven sorprendidos por la disposición de la línea de batalla americana y sus constantes disparos, lo que logra generar confusión y desorden entre los ingleses. En poco más de una hora la batalla está casi concluida con la victoria americana. El general victorioso Andrew Jackson se convertirá en héroe nacional (y más tarde en presidente de los Estados Unidos). La Batalla de Nueva Orleans, consolidará la supremacia e independencia de Estados Unidos. (Hace 209 años)

1297

En el peñón de Mónaco, el Güelfo François Grimaldi, disfrazado de monje y pidiendo cobijo para pasar la noche, entra en la fortaleza que está en manos de los Gibelinos y, una vez dentro abre las puertas a sus soldados, logrando con su victoria la primera toma de posesión de Mónaco por la familia Grimaldi. En 1301 perderán el control del territorio para recuperarlo, de nuevo, Carlos I de Mónaco en 1331. Actualmente es el segundo estado más pequeño del mundo. (Hace 727 años)

[megashadowdragon]

The Secret Mastermind of the Blackbeard Pirates

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I always found it weird how Oda gave the name of arguably one of the most well-known and successful pirates to such a minor character, and always seemed to set him apart from the rest in the ways you mentioned. Also, if I had to guess a previous name for Lafitte, I would literally just go for Jean-Pierre, as that's a name in and of itself in French, and it references both the real life Lafittes by combining them together, much the same way the character of One Piece's Lafitte is a combination of the two.Show less

Jango who was also hypnosis, what did he do? He faked kuro's death by hypnotizing morgan! This definitely strengthens your idea.

The fact that he is able to go unnoticed by Hawk-Eye, the dude that is the reason Shanks probably learnt how to block Observation Haki, should terrify everyone honestly

The connections to the real life Lafitte are sick. The two death dates makes it seem like the character’ll be defeated at the fake age of 41/42, when he’s actually 94/95. Also, it’s entirely possible that someone with the Toshi Toshi no Mi used it on Lafitte at God Valley to make him ~3(?) years old, and then he had to grow up again in the West Blue (where God Valley was). Then that Devil Fruit user died before Bonney got the Toshi Toshi no Mi.

This theory actually crosses over with another theory I have jotted down somewhere. Have a look into "Baron Samedi" also known as "Baron La Croix". Laffitte's character design works really well with the Baron. Baron Samedi is also one of the Iwa of Haitian Vodou like "Joyboy".

I especially liked how you included Treble in the theory since I agree 100%. Oda often creates and older parent-like figure who influenced the villain to go down their dark path in the first place (Treble, Streusen, Higurashi and who knows, maybe even Gorosei).

Also, this works for me but I would take it farther than lafite. After seeing his arms, I think he's the model screech owl, screech owls were Hades sacred bird. And Cerberus his guardian. So I think lafite has been grooming black beard so that he can open the gate to Hades, or needs him to resurrect someone.

This would make a future Sanji fight a lot cooler. I've always felt like his opponent in the matchup was never very clear or satisfying, like him fighting Avalo or Burgess felt empty, but him fighting a major, big big deal former Rocks pirate with a bounty in the billions is hype. Also their roles are perfectly matched, as Sanji and Laffite are both the secret weapons, the 'spies' of their respective crew who go under the radar while the rest of the crew charges head on.

Lafitte having an interaction with St. Saturn after he gets downed by Luffy/Kuma/Bonney sounding even more likely now. Saint Saturn recognizing him or saying some shit like "I know who you really are." cause they both would've been at God Valley. I'm betting all my money on Lafitte being the one in that Blackbeard ship at egghead, I wonder how nobody has noticed the ship yet though.Show less

imagine if lafitte was the vice captain of the rocks pirates it would make him teachs rayleigh

@bottlepiecemuses

[frenchcurious]

Grand Prix du Brésil - Interlagos 1980. - source F1 History & Legends.

[christiangeistdorfer]

JACQUES LAFFITE, JEAN-PIERRE JABOUILLE, and PATRICK DEPAILLER on the podium of the 1975 FRENCH EUROPEAN F2 GRAND PRIX

[tigermike]

From James Taylor-

Jimmy Buffett invented his own character, which, in a sense we all do: invent, assemble, inherit, or fall into our inner identity. But Jimmy was the founder of an actual tribe: tens of thousands of us made our way to where he was holding court, just to be near him.

People say he was a lord of life and that’s true: somewhere between Falstaff and the pirate, Jean Laffite. But to me, my friend Jimmy Buffet was a real example of a man: no puffed up defensive macho bullshit, but a model of how to enjoy the great gift of being alive.

And that’s what he shared so generously with us: a positive enthusiasm at being here. That so few of us knew how ill he was is essential Jimmy Buffett: he had no intention of burdening us with his illness.

He told me a story about him & Savannah wake surfing in a harbor somewhere: there was a huge freighter leaving port & Jimmy got the captain on the radio. The guy was a ParrotHead & he adjusted his course & speed to give Jimmy the perfect ride. And what a ride it’s been.

So long old pal.

[sonyclasica]

JEAN-MICHEL BERNARD

HIS SONGS: A PIANO TRIBUTE TO ELTON JOHN

El asombroso pianista y compositor de bandas sonoras Jean-Michel Bernard rinde su personal homenaje a la superestrella por excelencia del rock y el pop, Elton John. Disponible en formato LP el 7 de julio.

Consíguelo AQUÍ

La interpretación de Jean Michel Bernard de 17 grandes éxitos atemporales coincide con la gira de despedida de Elton John, que actualmente visita Europa.

Jean Michel Bernard, admirado por músicos y compositores emblemáticos como Lalo Schifrin y Miles Davis y colaborador habitual de artistas legendarios como Ray Charles, ofrece magníficas y originales versiones para piano solo de maravillosas melodías, desde Rocket Man a Your Song, Tiny Dancer, Crocodile Rock y muchas más.

SOBRE JEAN-MICHEL BERNARD

Jean-Michel Bernard es un pianista singular que ha encontrado su lugar justo donde se cruzan los géneros. Jean-Michel Bernard, que recibió formación clásica en el Conservatorio de Burdeos y en la Escuela Normal de Música de Francia, pronto amplió su actividad al jazz, colaborando con Eddie Davis, Guy Laffite, Jimmy Woode, Dizzy Gillespie y Ray Brown. Conoció a Ray Charles (que le llamó "genio") en 2000, a quien acompañó en una gira mundial como parte de su cuarteto, al tiempo que asumía el papel de director de orquesta y arreglista. Pero es en la industria del cine y la televisión donde realmente encontró su lugar.

En 40 años, Jean-Michel Bernard ha trabajado en más de 200 películas, series y documentales, y ha sido director musical de muchos programas populares de televisión y radio en Francia. Colaborador habitual del director Michel Gondry, ha trabajado con Martin Scorsese, Claude Chabrol, Francis Lai, Fanny Ardant, Philippe Sarde, Francis Veber y muchos otros. También se encargó de los arreglos musicales de Ennio Morricone y Lalo Schifrin, quien dijo en una ocasión que su "genialidad iba más allá de las palabras".