Morocco
Moroccan Rap's Rise: From Local Pioneers to International Collaborations
In an interview with TV5 Monde , Anissa Rami, a journalist specializing in rap, discusses the origins of Moroccan rap and its evolution over time.
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Music
Morocco
Hip-Hop at 50: Benny B Reflects on Genre's Global Impact and Evolution
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop celebrated on August 11 in the United States, rapper Benny B , a pioneer of this musical genre born in 1973 in the Bronx of New York, analyzes its evolution and its influences on urban music in the world.
Morocco
Moroccan Teen Singer Leïla Latif to Debut on 'The Voice Kids France'
Leïla Latif, alias "Lilou songs" on social networks, is the new Moroccan voice to discover in the 9th season of the French TV show The Voice Kids, on Tuesday, August 1st.
Morocco
Morocco Cafe Owners Challenge Music and TV Royalty Fees in Court
In a tug-of-war with the Moroccan Copyright Office (BMDA), cafe and restaurant owners in Morocco have decided to take the matter to court. They refute the royalty demands issued by the BMDA, claiming that they are not justified or supported by law.
Morocco
Moroccan Artists Find New Revenue Stream on YouTube Amid Industry Challenges
Many Moroccan artists are turning to the YouTube platform, which has become a way for them to earn money and avoid marginalization.
Morocco
Spanish Rap Sensation Morad Drops Debut Album 'Reinsertado', Chronicling His Rise from Barcelona Streets
After a multitude of successful singles, Morad finally releases his first album entitled "Reinsertado". A story of his life. The rapper of Moroccan origin from L’Hospitalet de Llobregat (Barcelona) has become a model of success for many young people.
Morocco
Swedish Singer Loreen Makes History with Second Eurovision Win, Returns Home Triumphant
Winner of the 67th Eurovision edition, Moroccan-born singer Loreen says she is proud to have represented Sweden and to be the second person to win the contest twice after Irishman Johnny Logan.
Morocco
Eurovision Winner Marie Myriam Slams La Zarra's Controversial Gesture After French Defeat
The gesture of the Quebec singer of Moroccan origin, La Zarra, France’s candidate after her defeat at Eurovision 2023 continues to provoke reactions. Marie Myriam, the last artist to have won the contest for France, expresses her disappointment.
France
Far-Right Mayor Cancels Muslim DJ's Performance at Orange Pork Festival
The animation commissioned by Orange for the Java du Cochon for June 3 and 4 will no longer take place. And for good reason, the mayor of the city of the far-right majority has canceled the musical charcuterie of DJ Halouf, a Frenchman of Arab origin and Muslim faith.
Morocco
Eurovision 2023: French Singer La Zarra Sparks Controversy with Middle Finger Gesture After Loss
After her defeat at Eurovision 2023, the Quebec-born Moroccan singer, La Zarra , France’s candidate, made a gesture that did not please her fans or the French delegation. Since then, she has been under fire from criticism.
Morocco
Loreen Makes Eurovision History with Second Win, Sweden Ties Ireland's Record
The Swede Loreen triumphed at the Eurovision Song Contest with her melody entitled "Tattoo", thus writing a new page in the annals of the contest. The singer of Moroccan origin has won the competition for the second time, thus equaling Ireland with a total of seven victories for each country. La Zarra , for her part, has once again made headlines.
Morocco
Franco-Moroccan Singer La Zarra to Represent France at Eurovision 2023
In an interview, the Canadian-Moroccan singer La Zarra, France’s candidate for Eurovision 2023 expresses her pride in representing France, but also Quebec and her Moroccan roots in this competition. She hopes to give a great performance on the Liverpool stage this Saturday, May 13.