Buddha Bar began issuing compilations in 1999, and has since 'made a name for itself with its Zen lounge music CDs and remains a hit – especially with tourists'. It became known internationally for issuing popular compilations of lounge, chill-out music and world music, also under the Buddha Bar brand, released by George V Records. Discography 43 Releases 21 Albums 11 Singles & EPs 11 Miscellaneous 37 Appearances 9 Albums 23 Compilations 4 Mixes 1 Videos 14 Unofficial 9 Albums. Following its establishment, the Buddha Bar 'became a reference among foreign yuppies and wealthy tourists visiting the city', and 'has spawned numerous imitators', becoming popular in part because of the DJ's choice of eclectic, avant-garde music. The Buddha Bar compilation albums are a widely acclaimed series of compilation albums issued by the Buddha Bar bar, restaurant, and hotel franchise created by restaurateur Raymond Visan and DJ and interior designer Claude Challe in Paris, France. Genre: Electronic, Downtempo, Ambient, Tribal, House, Ethnic.
Label: Chall'OMusic, Wagram Music, George V Records.
