Made in Medina cover

Made in Medina

Rachid Taha · 2000

63 min · 11 tracks · raï · Algerian chaabi

A vibrant fusion of Algerian chaabi and rock, pulsating with energetic rhythms and socially charged lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • energetic rhythmic exploration

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2000, 'Made in Medina' was Rachid Taha's fourth studio album, following his breakthrough with 'Diwan' in 1998. By this time, Taha had established himself as a key figure in blending traditional North African music with contemporary styles, gaining recognition both in France and internationally.
Stylistic neighbors
Cheb Mami· Nass El Ghiwane· Amr Diab

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Barra Barra 5:49
  • 2 Foqt Foqt 6:10
  • 3 Medina (album version) 5:40
  • 4 Ala Jalkoum 4:55
  • 5 Aïe Aïe Aïe 6:30
  • 6 Hey Anta 4:30
  • 7 Qalantiqa 5:22
  • 8 En retard 4:56
  • 9 Vérité 6:06
  • 10 Ho Chérie Chérie 5:30
  • 11 Garab 8:18

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata