LesCowboysFringants
Les Cowboys Fringants are a Québécois folk rock band formed in 1995 in Repentigny, Quebec. The French word fringant can be translated as "dashing", or "frisky".
- Origin
- Québec
- Active since
- 1997
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Les Cowboys Fringants are a Québécois folk rock band formed in 1997 in Repentigny, Quebec. The band is known for its commitment to Quebec independence and environmental issues, which has garnered them a large following. With over 1.3 million albums sold across the Francophonie, they are considered one of the most influential groups in Quebec's music and culture. All members contribute to the songwriting, although Jean-François Pauzé is the primary lyricist. In 2006, the band established the 'Cowboys Fringants' foundation to protect portions of Quebec's territory. Throughout their career, they have released 12 studio albums and won seven Félix Awards for 'Group or Duo of the Year,' making them the most awarded group in this category.
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Formed in 1997 in Repentigny, Quebec.
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Over 1.3 million albums sold.
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Seven Félix Awards for 'Group or Duo of the Year'.
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Established the 'Cowboys Fringants' foundation in 2006.
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Major influence on Quebec's music and culture.
Awards
- médaille d'honneur de l'Assemblée nationale du Québec2023
Selection
Discography
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- 12 grandes chansons1997
12 grandes chansons
- Sur mon canapé1998
Sur mon canapé
- Motel Capri2000
Motel Capri
- Break syndical2002
Break syndical
BuyAmazon ↗ - Heures supplémentaires2002EP
Heures supplémentaires
- La Grand‐Messe2004
La Grand‐Messe
- Sur un air de déjà vu2008
Sur un air de déjà vu
- L’Expédition2008
L’Expédition
BuyAmazon ↗ - Que du vent2011
Que du vent
BuyAmazon ↗ - Octobre2015
Octobre
BuyAmazon ↗ - Les Antipodes2019
Les Antipodes
BuyAmazon ↗ - L’Amérique pleure (Bande sonore originale du film)2021
L’Amérique pleure (Bande sonore originale du film)
- Les Nuits de Repentigny2021
Les Nuits de Repentigny
BuyAmazon ↗ - Pub Royal2024
Pub Royal
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FAQ
About the artist
Q01When was the band Les Cowboys Fringants formed?+
The band Les Cowboys Fringants was formed in 1997.
Q02Who are the members of Les Cowboys Fringants?+
The members of Les Cowboys Fringants are Dominique Lebeau, Jérôme Dupras, Marie-Annick Lépine, Jean-François Pauzé, and Karl Tremblay.
Q03Where do Les Cowboys Fringants come from?+
Les Cowboys Fringants come from Repentigny, Quebec.
Q04What genre of music do they play?+
Les Cowboys Fringants play alternative rock.
Q05What are their biggest hits?+
Some of their biggest hits include the albums '12 grandes chansons' (1997), 'Sur mon canapé' (1998), and 'Motel Capri' (2000).
Q06Have they won any awards?+
Yes, Les Cowboys Fringants won the medal of honor from the National Assembly of Quebec in 2023.
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