Le Rêve oriental
Dalida · 1998
51 min · 11 tracks · chanson · disco · Arabic music
A vibrant fusion of Arabic melodies and French chanson, infused with passionate flamenco rhythms.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady melodic flow throughout vibrant rhythms for dancing engaging duets that evoke passion
- Context
- Released in 1998, 'Le Rêve oriental' marked Dalida's return to music after a hiatus, showcasing her enduring appeal and ability to blend diverse cultural influences. This album came at a time when Dalida was celebrating her legacy, having already achieved immense popularity across Europe and the Arab world.
- If you like
- chanson, disco, Arabic music
Le Rêve oriental is an album by Dalida, released in 1998. A vibrant fusion of Arabic melodies and French chanson, infused with passionate flamenco rhythms. The album gained attention for its cross-cultural collaborations and was praised for its rich instrumentation and emotional depth. It contributed to the ongoing appreciation of Dalida's work in world music circles, reinforcing her status as a symbol of multiculturalism in music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Le Rêve oriental sound like?
A vibrant fusion of Arabic melodies and French chanson, infused with passionate flamenco rhythms. Rooted in chanson and disco.
What makes Le Rêve oriental by Dalida notable?
The album gained attention for its cross-cultural collaborations and was praised for its rich instrumentation and emotional depth. It contributed to the ongoing appreciation of Dalida's work in world music circles, reinforcing her status as a symbol of multiculturalism in music. Released in 1998, 'Le Rêve oriental' marked Dalida's return to music after a hiatus, showcasing her enduring appeal and ability to blend diverse cultural influences. This album came at a time when Dalida was celebrating her legacy, having already achieved immense popularity across Europe and the Arab world.
Who is Le Rêve oriental for?
Le Rêve oriental works well if you're into steady melodic flow throughout, vibrant rhythms for dancing and engaging duets that evoke passion.
How many songs are on Le Rêve oriental?
Le Rêve oriental has 11 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Quand s’arrêtent les violons Standout 5:19
- 2 Io t’amero (Tres palabras) (duo en espagnol) 4:33
- 3 Femme est la nuit 4:31
- 4 Flamenco oriental (duo italo-égyptien) 4:16
- 5 La feria 4:58
- 6 Salma ya salama (Sueño flamenco) (duo hispano-égyptien) 4:36
- 7 Lady d’Arbanville 3:34
- 8 Ils ont changé ma chanson 3:41
- 9 Aghani aghani (Gitano gitano) 5:47
- 10 T’es fier de toi 3:30
- 11 Akhsan nass 6:42
Release Date
May 19, 1998
Artist Origin
France
Runtime
51 min 31 sec
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