Morocco

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

Ino Casablanca is on tour. Extasia is available on all platforms. (Photography by Toxine)

No Labels

Ino Casablanca Is Next: Whether You Know It Or Not

Ino Casablanca steamrolls genres, stereotypes, and labels, clearing ground for a sound as singular as it is inherited.

By Sami Bennani

Exclusive, FEATURES

The Stealthy Revolution of Moroccan Grunge Rap

Lo-fi, raw, and defiant: how Moroccan grunge rap became a voice for a restless generation.

MUSIC

Ilham Puts Morocco and Queensbridge On Her Back

The R&B artist talks growing up between two worlds and her upcoming album.

MUSIC

Bab L’Bluz Carries Morocco’s Gnawa Legacy For A New Generation

In an exclusive interview, Moroccan band Bab L'Bluz reflects on their place in North African music.

(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.

Cover Story, Exclusive, MUSIC

How Small X Became Morocco’s Most Intentional Voice in Hip-Hop

On his latest EP “NAFIDA”, the Safi-born rapper turns inward to forge an alternative grammar for hip-hop in Morocco.

MUSIC

Fans Wonder Why Certain Artists ‘Disappear’. Artists Say Their Hiatus Is Intentional

Artists who have taken a hiatus share why doing so has helped their careers.

MENA, MUSIC, NEWS

DYSTINCT & French Montana Unite for New Anthem “Ya Baba” – A Celebration of Moroccan Roots and Global Sounds