TRUST - SELF-TITLED - ORIGINAL FRANCE 12" LP Vinyl Album

Trust is a classic example of French heavy metal, and helped to establish the band as one of the leading acts in the genre. The album is a must-have for fans of heavy metal, and is a testament to the band's talent and creativity. This web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.

 

High Quality Photo of Album Front Cover  "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France"

Album Description & Collectors information:

This is the original French release of   the self-titled debut studio album by French heavy metal band Trust. It was released in 1979 through Carrere and Epic Records. The album was produced by Andy Johns and Trust, and features the band's classic lineup of lead vocalist Bernie Bonvoisin, guitarists Jean-Pierre "JP" Manteaux and Norbert "Nono" Krief, bassist Jean-Michel "Tonton" Derosier, and drummer Bernard "Fred" Real.

The album was a critical and commercial success, reaching number one on the French Albums Chart. Trust is considered to be one of the most important albums in the history of French heavy metal, and helped to establish the band as one of the leading acts in the genre.

The album's sound is characterized by its aggressive and heavy guitars, Bonvoisin's powerful vocals, and the band's driving rhythms. The lyrics are often political and socially conscious, dealing with themes such as alienation, violence, and the dark side of human nature.

Trust is a classic example of French heavy metal, and helped to establish the band as one of the leading acts in the genre. The album is a must-have for fans of heavy metal, and is a testament to the band's talent and creativity

This album "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, and artwork/photos

Music Genre:

  French Rock, Heavy Metal 
Album Production information: 

The album: "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France" was produced by: Herve Muller

Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Dennis Weinreich

This album was recorded at: Scorpio Sound, London

Album cover design: J. Guttner, R. Szaybo

Album cover photography: Bob Elsdale, Herb Schmitz, H. Muller, D. Weinreich

Record Label & Catalognr:

CBS 83732

Media Format:

12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record

Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram

Year & Country:

  1978 Made in France
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Bernard Bonvoisin
  • Norbert Krief
  • Raymond Manna
  • Jeannot Hanela
Complete Track-listing of the album "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France"

The detailed tracklist of this record "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France" is:

    Track-listing Side One:
  1. Prefabriques
  2. Palace
  3. Le Matteur
  4. Booser Huit Heures
  5. Comme une Damne
  6. Dlalogue de Sourds
    Side Two:
  1. L'Elite
  2. Police-Milice
  3. H & D
  4. Ride On
  5. Toujours pas une Tune
High Quality Photo of Album Front Cover  "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France"
High Quality Photo of Album Front Cover  "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France"
Album Back Cover  Photo of "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France"
Album Back Cover  Photo of "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France"  
Inner Sleeve   of "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France" Album
Inner Sleeve   of "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France" Album
Photo of "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France" Album's Inner Sleeve  
Photo of "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France" Album's Inner Sleeve  
Close-up Photo of "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France" Record Label 
Close-up Photo of "TRUST - S/T Self-Titled Original France" Record Label   

Note: The images on this page are photos of the actual album. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash.

TRUST's Discography: Hard-Hitting Rock with a Social Conscience, Inspiring Generations of Fans and Musicians

TRUST Band Description:

TRUST is a French rock band that has been active since 1977. The band is known for its hard-hitting rock sound and politically charged lyrics, which often address issues of social injustice, corruption, and the struggles of the working class. TRUST has been an influential force in the French music scene, and their music has inspired generations of fans and musicians alike.

TRUST was formed in 1977 in Nanterre, a suburb of Paris, by vocalist Bernie Bonvoisin and guitarist Norbert "Nono" Krief. The band's early lineup also included bassist Raymond Manna and drummer Jean-Emile Hanela. Their first album, "L'Elite," was released in 1979 and quickly established the band's reputation as a political and social force in French rock music. The album's title track, which criticized the elite classes and their greed and corruption, became an instant classic and a rallying cry for French youth.

TRUST's second album, "Repression," was released in 1980 and continued in the same politically charged vein as their debut. The album's lead single, "Antisocial," was a scathing indictment of social injustice and inequality, and it remains one of the band's most popular and enduring songs. The track has been covered by numerous artists over the years and is still a staple of TRUST's live performances.

Over the years, TRUST has released numerous albums and undergone several lineup changes. However, their commitment to social and political issues has remained a constant theme in their music. The band has continued to address issues such as poverty, racism, and corruption, and their songs have resonated with audiences across France and beyond.

In addition to their music, TRUST is also known for their dynamic live performances. The band's concerts are high-energy affairs, with Bonvoisin's intense stage presence and Krief's blistering guitar solos wowing audiences time and again. TRUST's live shows are legendary in France and have been attended by millions of fans over the years.

Despite their success, TRUST has faced numerous challenges over the years. In the early 1980s, the band was criticized by some for their confrontational lyrics and aggressive sound, and they were even banned from French radio and television for a time. However, TRUST refused to back down, and their fans rallied around them, supporting the band through thick and thin.

Today, TRUST is still going strong, with a loyal fan base and a reputation as one of the most important bands in French rock history. The band's influence can be heard in the work of countless French musicians, and their music continues to inspire and challenge listeners to this day.