Gabriel Yacoub

**Gabriel Yacoub** is a French folk legend whose career spans over five decades, blending traditional roots with modern sensibilities. Best known as a founding member of the iconic 1970s band **Malicorne**, Yacoub helped redefine French folk by weaving medieval instrumentation (like hurdy-gurdy and bouzouki) with poetic storytelling. After Malicorne, he embarked on a solo journey, releasing albums like *Les Chants du Saule* and *Bel*, which maintained his signature mix of earthy acoustics and lyrical depth. Recent works like *De la nature des choses* and *Brand New World* showcase his enduring creativity, while the live recording *Je vois venir...* captures his warm, intimate stage presence. A humble pioneer, Yacoub remains a cornerstone of France’s folk revival, celebrated for keeping ancestral musical traditions vibrantly alive.

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