algeria

Faudel: The End of Exile and the Price of Politics

Raï & Wrong

Faudel: The End of Exile and the Price of Politics

After a Sarkozy performance derailed his career, Faudel reflects on exile, backlash, and the politics artists can’t escape.

By Dounia El Barhdadi

Souad Massi’s ‘Samt’ Bridges Tradition and Modernity

Silent Shifts

Souad Massi’s ‘Samt’ Bridges Tradition and Modernity

With “Samt,” Souad Massi leans into a fresher, groovier sound while preserving the intimacy and depth that define her artistry.

(Sub)Culture, (Sub)Culture Features

How Football And Music Come Together In Times Of Turmoil

During times of turmoil and crisis in the Middle East and North Africa, football and music come together for the people.

MUSIC, RS

Zaho Has Conquered French R&B. The Canadian-Algerian Singer Still Wants More.

After years of dominating charts across Europe, Zaho explains her drive and her plans for more music.

FEATURES, TV & MOVIES

Mohamed Lakhdar Hamina Created History for Algerian Film in 1975. Fifty Years Later, His Legacy Still Resonates.

Fifty years after winning the prestigious Palme d’Or for his film 'Chronicle of the Years of Fire', Mohamed Lakhdar Hamina continues to be the gold standard for Algerian filmmakers.