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Raï is a type of Algerian popular music that arose in the 1920s [5] [6] in the port city of Oran, and that self-consciously ran counter to accepted artistic and social mores. It appealed to young people who sought to modernize the traditional Islamic values and attitudes.
raï, a type of Algerian popular music that arose in the 1920s in the port city of Oran and that self-consciously ran counter to accepted artistic and social mores. An amalgam of local Algerian and Western popular-music styles, raï emerged as a major world-music genre in the late 1980s.
Rai music is a captivating fusion shaped by various cultural influences over the years. Its roots can be traced to Oran's diverse heritage, blending indigenous Berber traditions with Arabic, Andalusian, and even French musical elements.
14 paź 2010 · Originating in the hinterlands of Oran, which stretch from the Mediterranean Sea in the north to the Sahara desert in the south, it is the beat-driven, rebel pop music of Algeria. Raï’s popularity has spread throughout the world, led by the king (Cheb Khaled) and prince (Cheb Mami) of the genre, who both feature on this album.
9 maj 2023 · It is home to several festivals and celebrations, but one festival that stands out is the Rai Festival of Oran, also known as the National Festival of Rai Music. This festival has become a significant event in Algeria and attracts music enthusiasts from all over the world.
17 gru 2018 · Rai is the folk genre that propelled Algerian music to international fame. The genre originated in a small shepherd’s village in the city of Oran in the 1920s. At the time, the country was colonized by France and a nationwide rebellion was brewing.
27 cze 2023 · Known for hits such as Ya Raya, Écoute-moi camarade and Barra Barra, Rachid Taha made waves around the globe for his genre-crossing style, merging rock ’n’ roll, punk and traditional Algerian music.
