Michael Bublé

If there is one who brings crooners back to life, it is Michael Bublé. In his impeccable three-piece suit, he sweeps away the history of charming singers and imposes his own version of it. With a touch of humor and by combining jazzy sounds with a well-meaning pop, he delivers a resolutely modern story, in the tradition of Frank Sinatra or Dean Martin.

 
But his favourite artist, the one who opened his eyes to music remains Bing Crosby. From this idol, he draws his incredible sense of harmony, his musicality at the limit of perfection and above all, the sensitivity that overflows like a torrent, overwhelming his audience with emotions from the very first chords. For him, it's obvious: the music of the past always has a lot to teach us. Because even today, it is still in all our memories. And when he reprises it in a sumptuous Feeling Good version, we can't help but agree with him, instantly thinking back to Nina Simone's grandiose interpretation of it.

And it is another great artist, much appreciated by the public, who took him under her wing. His compatriot and now friend, Paul Anka. "He teaches me patience and humility. Talking to him soothes me a lot," explains the singer. A welcome help for someone who has gone through many personal trials in recent years, and who doesn't always see fame as something positive. Because behind this outstanding performer, who doesn't hesitate for a second to regale his audience with a few old-fashioned dance steps in concert, there is actually a great shyness behind him. And if he has sometimes thought of bowing out, his passion is too strong: he loves the song far too much to leave it. And so much the better!