They also have listening stations for the more recent things so you can use that to try things out. I like both FNAC and Virgin, they are both fine and have very large selections and various sales so you can get good prices on some discs.
This will be distinct from the real global pop/rock etc stuff (and probably won't be in the world music section, either - it is a distinct section labeled that way in these stores). However, in France what you are looking for will be in the music CD stores in the section labeled "Varietes - Francaises". I don't think there is a specific name for the kind of music you like (perhaps some chanson, but not exclusively) - a lot depends on the performer, their particular style, and what is popular comes and gos.
How does it compare with Virgin? Where am I better off buying French music in Paris (not limited to these two stores)? Does the FNAC store have English-speaking staff?
I am familiar with the Virgin deal, but I don’t know much about FNAC. I’ve read that Virgin and FNAC are two good music stores in Paris. Hopefully this thread will serve as my “crash course” to French music where I can get to know the “essentials” or “must-haves” of my genre of interest, as well as info on lesser known artists who make beautiful music nonetheless. However, I am lacking knowledge of its fundamentals, in terms of its most influential artists/albums/songs. I would really like to develop a knowledgeable interest in this genre, and eventually acquire a good collection of its music.
I am not sure of the name of the genre that my preference would fall into, but I think it’s towards the classical, romantic end of the French music spectrum. The formula that really gets to me is solo French vocals accompanied by a single instrument, usually the accordion or guitar, and a good deal of whispering and breathing in between The light, gentle musical arrangements can be so soothing and hypnotic. Despite the language barrier the music never ceases to move me. There is an innocent, transcendental quality to it that enthralls me. Can anyone make recommendations for French music CDs that I can buy in Paris? Whenever I step into an environment with French music playing in the background I am instantly transported into a tranquil and more pleasurable state of mind.
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