Pascal Obispo returns with L'archipel des Séquelles, a gold mine of unreleased songs that blends intimacy and elegance. This concept album, recorded and mixed by his trusted collaborator Youri Benaïs in Paris, is brimming with acoustic, jazz-infused love songs. Produced by new wave jazz virtuosos Fred Nardin and Max Pinto, the album is a reminder of Obispo’s quest for beauty within silence.

The project is a collaborative marvel showcasing Obispo’s penchant for creating magic with inspiring female voices. Zazie makes a long-awaited return alongside Obispo on the title song, a duet they co-wrote but never recorded until now. Carla Bruni also lends her lyrical prowess, contributing two poignant tracks that shimmer with her signature poetic flair.

Elodie Frégé, who previously worked with Obispo on Le Grand Amour, reunites with him for a heartfelt performance, while Nolwenn Leroy - whose first single "Cassé" was produced by Obispo - adds her own special touch. Anne Sila, known for her sublime role as Mary in Obispo’s musical Jesus Of Nazareth, brings her ethereal voice to the proceedings, while Sharon Laloum, who played Myriam in The Ten Commandments, graces the record with her talent as well. The album’s star-studded roster extends to Isabelle Boulay, the iconic Quebecoise singer-songwriter Obispo has worked with before, and Nawel Ben Kraïem, the young Tunisian artist who collaborated with him on his first musical endeavor. Each artist adds a unique layer to the album, making it a masterful mosaic of voices and styles.

Co-written with Pierre-Dominique Burgaud, L'archipel des Séquelles brims with lyrical depth, weaving tales of love, loss, and longing. The stripped-down arrangements allow the vocals and melodies to shine, emphasizing the album’s jazz influences while maintaining an acoustic warmth. Tracks like “Rêves Fragiles” and “Paradis Cachés” encapsulate the record’s emotional core, while the collaborations like “Les Secrets du Coeur” with Carla Bruni and “Au Revoir” with Anne Sila showcase the seamless synergy between Obispo and his collaborators. The album flows like a delicate conversation, each song a chapter in a story of connections forged through music.