Lisa LeBlanc is set to release a new live album, Live avec l’Orchestre symphonique de Québec, on October 11, 2024. The Acadian singer-songwriter recorded the album at the Grand Théâtre de Québec, performing with her band and the 63-piece Orchestre symphonique de Québec (OSQ), conducted by Jean-Michel Malouf. The live rendition of her signature track “Aujourd’hui, ma vie c’est d’la marde” was released ahead of the album and is available on streaming platforms.

The orchestral version of “Aujourd’hui, ma vie c’est d’la marde” offers a fresh interpretation of the song that brought LeBlanc into the spotlight in 2012. The arrangement juxtaposes the track’s raw lyrics with lush instrumentation, including a striking harpsichord addition. This collaboration with OSQ was born from LeBlanc’s desire to revisit her previous work, particularly her 2022 album Chiac Disco.

Watch the live performance of Aujourd’hui, ma vie c’est d’la marde below.

The upcoming album features both French and English songs from her repertoire, with orchestral arrangements that add new layers to LeBlanc’s distinctive sound. Québec comedian François Pérusse makes a guest appearance on “Gossip II,” while tracks like “Kraft Dinner” and “Me semble que c’est facile” take on a more poignant tone in this new format.

LeBlanc draws on a variety of influences, nodding to the likes of Dusty Springfield and Bobbie Gentry, while some arrangements evoke the cinematic style of Ennio Morricone. The album also showcases LeBlanc’s versatility, with her banjo reimagined alongside classical instruments.

Known for her genre-blurring style and candid lyrics, LeBlanc has carved out a unique space in Canadian music. Her previous releases have earned her critical praise and commercial success, including a spot on the Polaris Music Prize shortlist and a Juno nomination for Chiac Disco. The orchestral album marks another creative milestone for LeBlanc, continuing her evolution as an artist.

Photo – Annie-France Noel

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