É.T.É – Sur ces eaux (self-release CDÉ03, 2022)
É.T.É’s Sur ces eaux (on these waters) delivers a striking fusion of tradition and innovation, seamlessly reinterpreting Québécois and Acadian folk with elements of jazz, Celtic and western classical music. The trio features charming lead and harmony vocals ad mesmerizing fiddle work. Band members include violinist Élisabeth Moquin, bouzouki player Thierry Clouette, and cellist Élisabeth Giroux.
Renowned for their rich vocal harmonies, rhythmic precision, and dynamic stage presence, É.T.É has transformed the traditional kitchen party into a high-energy performance. Their distinctive sound has earned them multiple accolades, including the Grands prix Desjardins de la culture de Lanaudière’s “Emerging” award (2017), OPUS’s “Discovery of the Year” (2017-2018), and a GAMIQ “Lucien” (2020). Their second album, Les quatre roses, received nominations from both OPUS and ADISQ in 2020.
Since their 2017 debut, the group has toured extensively across Canada, the U.S., Scotland, Belgium, and Australia. Sur ces eaux, released in November 2022, continued their artistic evolution, reinforcing their reputation as one of the most innovative voices in Quebec’s contemporary folk scene.
Musicians: Élisabeth Moquin on violin, lead and backing vocals, foot percussion, jaw harp; Thierry Clouette on guitar, Irish bouzouki, banjo, lead and backing vocals, bass, synthesizer, foot percussion; and Élisabeth Giroux on cello, lead and backing vocals.
Guest Musicians: Louis Gloutnez on bodhrán; Véronique Plasse on violin, vocals.
Production: Arrangements & Production: É.T.É
Recording: Nikolas B. Ratelle & Thierry Clouette at Studio du Chemin 4 (March 2022)
Mixing: Thierry Clouette
Mastering: Mark Busic
Artwork: Francis Gauthier
Graphic Design: Élisabeth Moquin, Élisabeth Giroux & Hugo Blouin
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Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.