Algerian Raï - Bellemou Messaoud, Cheb Hasni, Cheb Zahouani, Amïra Saqati (feat. Cheb Youssef), Cheb Hamid, Djalti, Aisha Kandisha's Jarring Effects (Feat. Cheb Ahmed), Cheb Tarik, Cheb Nasro, Mara & Jalal / ARC Music Audio CD 2005 / EUCD 1933

UPC 5019396193321

Product Details

• Label: ARC Music – EUCD 1933
• Format: CD, Compilation
• Country: UK & Europe
• Released: 2005
• Genre: Folk, World & Country
• Style: Raï

Overview

Algerian Raï is an electrifying compilation of the best in Algerian Raï music, a genre that blends traditional folk sounds with modern influences such as jazz, funk, and electronic beats. Featuring iconic artists like Cheb Hasni, Cheb Zahouani, and Amïra Saqati, this collection takes listeners on a journey through the vibrant and soulful world of Raï. With passionate vocals, rhythmic beats, and powerful melodies, the album includes standout tracks such as Hleft Alik by Cheb Zahouani, Rfiki Ou Sdiki by Aisha Kandisha's Jarring Effects, and Darti Fiya Rayek by Cheb Hasni.

Track Listing

1. Hleft Alik – Cheb Zahouani (5:38)
2. Rfiki Ou Sdiki – Aisha Kandisha's Jarring Effects (3:22)
3. Darti Fiya Rayek – Cheb Hasni (5:32)
4. Hasdouni – Amïra Saqati (6:21)
5. Mahanti – Cheb Nasro (5:28)
6. Hday Hday – Mara & Jalal (5:51)
7. Loukane Ya Loukane – Djalti (5:04)
8. El Chira Illi Nbigha – Bellemou Messaoud (6:22)
9. Naachak Fiha – Cheb Hamid (4:54)
10. Waldiha – Cheb Tarik (4:16)

Key Credits

• Artists: Bellemou Messaoud, Cheb Hasni, Cheb Zahouani, Amïra Saqati, Cheb Youssef, Cheb Hamid, Djalti, Aisha Kandisha's Jarring Effects, Cheb Tarik, Cheb Nasro, Mara & Jalal
• Compilation Producer: ARC Music
• Mastering & Production: ARC Music Team