Beirut:Nantes

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Beirut was founded by Zachary Francis Condon, a Santa Fe, New Mexico native. It was first created as a solo act, and then expanded into a full fledged band in 2006. The Flying Club Cup, released in October of 2007, is Beirut’s second album. It’s heavily influence by French music and culture because of Condon’s interest in French chanson during its recording. He was inspired by Jacques Brel, a French-speaking Belgian singer. Parts of The Flying Club Cup were recorded by Condon in his bedroom, but others were recorded with the full band, resulting in a more live sound.