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Biography
Michel Rivard (French pronunciation: [miʃɛl ʁivaʁ]; born September 27, 1951) is a singer-songwriter and musician from Quebec, born in Montreal. He is a founding member of the band Beau Dommage and is known for writing the famous song "La Complainte du phoque en Alaska" in 1974. He has pursued a solo career since 1977 and has also worked as an actor. His musical style includes pop and chanson, with folk rock influences. Over the years, he has released several albums, including "Méfiez‐vous du grand amour" (1977) and "L’Origine de mes espèces" (2019). Michel Rivard has received several awards, including being named a knight of the Ordre national du Québec in 2005 and winning the Denise-Pelletier Prize in 2021.
Highlights
- Founding member of the band Beau Dommage.
- Author of "La Complainte du phoque en Alaska" (1974).
- Solo career since 1977.
- Knight of the Ordre national du Québec (2005).
- Denise-Pelletier Prize (2021).
Discography
- Méfiez‐vous du grand amour1977
- De Longueuil à Berlin1979
- Sauvage1983
- Un trou dans les nuages1987
- Michel Rivard1989
- Le Goût de l’eau… et autres chansons naïves1992
- Maudit Bonheur1998
- Confiance2006
- Roi de rien2013
- L’Origine de mes espèces2019
- Après, on va où ?2025
Awards
- 🏆chevalier de l'Ordre national du Québec (2005)
- 🏆prix Denise-Pelletier (2021)
FAQ
How old is Michel Rivard?
Michel Rivard was born in 1951.
Where is Michel Rivard from?
Michel Rivard is from Montreal, Canada.
What genre of music does Michel Rivard make?
Michel Rivard makes folk rock music.
What are his biggest hits or albums?
Some of his biggest hits include the albums "Méfiez‐vous du grand amour" (1977) and "L’Origine de mes espèces" (2019).
Since when has Michel Rivard been active?
Michel Rivard has been active since 1977.
Has he won any awards?
Yes, Michel Rivard was awarded the title of knight of the Ordre national du Québec in 2005 and the Denise-Pelletier prize in 2021.
