One of the major figures in the 1930s and 1940s Algerian popular music, Lili Boniche, died on March 6 in Paris. Boniche was known for…
Algerian-born Judeo-Arabic Musician Lili Boniche Dies at 85
Tag: Algerian music
Rai Music Pioneer Cheikha Rimitti Dies at 83
Algeria – Renowned Algerian singer Cheikha Rimitti died today in Paris of a heart attack. She was 83. Rimitti was one of the most influential…
Souad not so sad
Souad Massi – Mesk Elil (Universal Music France, 2005) A softer, more centered Souad Massi greets us upon our entry to this, her third album.…
The King of Rai in the UK Is Back on Tour
London, UK – Algerian rai musician, Abdelkader Saadoun, begins his latest UK tour, which will include live performances at various festivals and workshops. Tour dates:…
The raï man returns
Khaled – Ya-Rayi (Universal AZ/UK:Wrasse Records, 2004) Here comes the latest album (and by far the best recent release) from the mighty Khaled. This is…