This 1962 album captures Hugues Aufray et son Skiffle Group in their early-career prime, finding folk-rock gold by way of French traditional song.
- "J'entends siffler le train" was a significant hit for Aufray, reaching #1 on the French charts.
- The album was released on November 29, 1962, by Pathé-Marconi.
- The Skiffle Group formation was short-lived, making this recording a snapshot of a specific early lineup.
Hugues Aufray is a French singer-songwriter known for his folk and rock-and-roll music. He rose to fame in the early 1960s, blending American influences with French chanson.
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