Mistinguett

Mistinguett was Jeanne Bourgeois, a singer and dancer who worked in Parisian cabaret during the Belle Époque. Her performances were known for being provocative, with costumes and lyrics that sometimes drew criticism from more conservative audiences. She had a few musicians who worked with her regularly, including an accordion player named Loubon and a percussionist, Abdel Mejri.

Her song 'C'est vrai' became quite popular. Other recordings like 'Ça, c'est Paris' and 'Je cherche un millionnaire' also helped define her sound. The music was part of the cabaret scene's character in early 20th century Paris.

Over time, her style of performance influenced other cabaret acts. The recordings she left behind give a sense of what that particular Parisian entertainment world was like at the time.