The ladies of Raï
The ladies of Raï
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Two singers accompanied by an orchestra tell a universal story inspired by the diversity and richness of the music of the Arab world.<div><br></div><div> At that time, in an Algeria under French colonial occupation, there was something new, particularly in the field of music: the birth of raï.</div><div><br></div><div> A unique and liberating musical genre, championed by audacious women who would shatter established norms. Often perceived as "depraved," they were in reality the pioneers of this rebellious music, inspiring so many generations. They paved the way for iconic figures like Cheikha Rimitti, Cheikha Djenia, Cheikha Rabia, Zohra, Fadéla, and Zahouania, who would establish their legacy within the realm of modern raï.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>
