Canada 1984 |
For Nana, the year 1984 is a bit similar to 1982, with one month as top of the bill artist in Paris in January-February and several tours in North America. This time, she crosses the ocean three times and gives 55 concerts in Canada and 14 in the United States. In the spring, the western provinces, the US East Coast and the Maritimes. And in the fall, Ontario and Quebec. Given the large number of concerts, this time again, I choose to focus on five French-speaking and bilingual cities. (June & October)
In English Canada, following the compilation "When I dream" which had sold very well, "Roses & Sunshine" is reissued under Philips label to satisfy the demand. And, just before her visit, comes out "Nana - Solitaire", her new album produced by Gary Klein. In this one, Nana sings pop hits from the '60s and '70s. The picture of the cover is also used for posters and newspaper ads. Since her last visit to Quebec, two albums have been released: "Ballades" and "Quand on revient". For several months, two titles remained on the radio and sales charts: "Oublie que j'ai de la peine", a country song and "Chanter la vie", from the Swedish group Abba. However, "Je chante avec toi liberté" still remains her greatest hit of the last few years.
That same year, comes out "Athina", her first Greek album in ten years. This one highlights her two concerts at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus in Athens in July. It includes some songs from her repertoire like "Fidaki", "Athina" and "Ximeroni" with new arrangements as well as several from the folklore. During her concerts, the North American public is pleased to hear five of them. |
Original pages of the new program:
During the first two tours, she mainly wears a red and a black sheath. In the fall, to the surprise of the spectators, a long blue lamé dress and a short tunic with white pants. With her successful return to her country, Nana is right to be proud. In interviews, she gladly talks about that. On stage, her happiness is palpable when she sings in Greek.
For the first time since 1972, Nana celebrates her birthday on a Quebec stage. On the evening of October 13, 1984, the Montreal public gathered in Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier sang to her: "Ma chère Nana, c'est à ton tour de te laisser parler d'amour" (My dear Nana, it's your turn to let yourselves talk about Love) on the tune of "Gens du pays" by Gilles Vigneault while the musicians bring her a cake. Moved, she speaks to the audience: «I thank God for giving me such a big family ... » The spectators react immediately while a long applaud. For Nana, there is no question of ending the show, even after 26 songs. She returns for five others. Note that this year her band has seven musicians. Costas Dourountzis, who plays drums, guitar as well as keyboards, is the new Leader. |
Concert of October 13, 1984 at Place des Arts
First part:
01- Introduction & Fidaki
02- La ballade du chien-loup
03- Solitaire
04- De colores
05- Je n'ai pas peur de mourir avec toi
06- Roses Love Sunshine
07- Les photos de notre vie
08- Nafti yero nafti
09- Psaropoula
10- Aïde to malono
11- The guests
12- Chanter la vie
13- Casta diva
Second part:
01- Quand on revient / Good to see you
02- Le temps qu'il nous reste
03- Oublie que j'ai de la peine
04- L'enfant au tambour
05- Lily Marleen
06- Love is a rose
07- Comme un soleil
Presentation of the musicians
08- Roses blanches de Corfou / The white rose of Athens
10- Ximeroni
11- Le ciel est noir
12- Enas mythos
13- Je chante avec toi liberté
Présentation du gâteau
14- Tous les arbres sont en fleurs
15- Nickels & dimes
16- Amazing Grace
17- Milisse mou
18- Plaisir d'amour
The night before, her impresario organized a surprise party in his own home for her birthday. Among the sixty guests, there were Celine Dion and her manager Rene Angelil with whom Nana became friend. This time, Nana celebrates behind the scenes. Dozens of spectators line up to express their wishes. Some offer her gifts, a young girl gives her a kiss and someone brings her press articles. Meanwhile, her producer, next to her, prepares the cards to autograph. Also present in the the backstage: a journalist and a cameraman preparing a report for the TV show "Steppin 'out".
Those who could not attend the concerts will have an overview during the program "Pringle" presented on November 19 on the TVA network. For almost half an hour, Nana will sing some of her hits including a duet with the host-singer Peter Pringle. At the same time, viewers will have the opportunity to see her with her new stage outfit, very different from the long red, black or white dresses she usually wears. |