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By Euler Leaks

Updated 26 May 2023

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French musician, singer and actor

Jean-Louis Murat is ...

Dead

Born	28 January 1952 in Chamalières
Died	25 May 2023 in Orcival
Age	71 years, 4 months

Sex or gender	male
Country of citizenship	France
Birth name	Jean-Louis Bergheaud
Occupation	musician, actor and singer
Genre	pop rock and new wave

About Jean-Louis Murat

Jean-Louis Murat is a French musician, singer, and actor born on January 28, 1952. He is known for his poetic lyrics, unique voice, and eclectic musical style that blends rock, folk, and country.

Murat began his music career in the late 1970s as a member of the band Clara et les Chics Types. He released his first solo album, "Passions privées," in 1983, which was followed by a string of critically acclaimed albums throughout the 1980s and 1990s.

In addition to his music career, Murat has also acted in several films, including "La Belle Noiseuse" and "La Fille de d'Artagnan."

Murat's music has been praised for its introspective and poetic lyrics, as well as its unique blend of genres. He has been compared to artists such as Leonard Cohen and Bob Dylan, and has been described as "one of the most important figures in French rock music."

Despite his success in France, Murat has remained relatively unknown outside of his home country. However, his influence on French music cannot be overstated, and he continues to release new music to critical acclaim.

References:

- "Jean-Louis Murat: The French Leonard Cohen?" The Guardian, 2014.

- "Jean-Louis Murat: The Poet of French Rock," France 24, 2018.

- "Jean-Louis Murat: The Enigmatic French Songwriter," The Independent, 2015.