Often cited as the masterwork of French icon and national treasure Serge Gainsbourg, 'Histoire De Melody Nelson' features actress, amour, and inspiration Jane Birkin, arranger/conductor and co-conspirator Jean-Claude Vannier (L'Enfant Assassins Des Mouches), and a tight, hand-picked crew of top shelf U.K. session musicians, including Big Jim Sullivan, Vic Flick, Brian Odgers and Dougie Wright. Originally released in 1971, this is an essential album for the discerning music lover. This reissue comes with an essay by writer Andy Beta, and an interview with Gainsbourg, originally published in June 1971. Comes on transparent blue and white vinyl.