Les Héros Modernes

Les Héros Modernes was released in 1967 on the Fontana label during a period when the French pop landscape was shifting toward more stylized, beat-influenced arrangements. Grégory Ken, who would later achieve significant fame as one half of the duo Chagrin d'Amour, was refining his craft as a performer and vocalist. The record represents a specific moment in the late sixties where French artists were heavily experimenting with the intersection of chanson and the burgeoning influence of international pop trends.

The design of the record reflects the clean, minimalist aesthetic often favored by Fontana during this era, emphasizing a direct presentation of the artist. As a relatively obscure EP from the early stages of Ken's career, it remains a sought-after piece for collectors of sixties French pop who are interested in the formative work of artists who would eventually define the sound of the following decades. While it did not achieve massive commercial success at the time of its release, it is now regarded as a curious snapshot of the period's creative energy.