İstiklâl Marşı, the Turkish anthem
On October 29th the Republic of Turkey turns 100 and to celebrate I believe there is nothing better than discovering together its anthem, the İstiklâl Marşı, one of the most…
All LGBT-themed books and articles by Medio Oriente e Dintorni
The list with all the LGBT-themed books and articles covered by Medio Oriente e Dintorni in the first 5 years of its history Be free to be whoever you want…
Rachid Taha, the rock soul of Raï
The history of Rachid Taha, one of the greatest Raï musicians ever, capable of fusing rock with this extraordinary genre Birth and beginnings of Rachid Taha Rachid Taha was born…
Mahraganat, the Egyptian electro shaabi
We like extreme combinations and, together with the Umm Kulthum podcast, we bring you the most modern music of Egypt: the Mahraganat or "Egyptian electro shaabi". Mahraganat, the music of…
Kafon, rasta of Tunisia
The one who brings Jamaica and Tunisia closer to each other in style and rhythm. Kafon's voice tells stories and brings smiles, combining his experience with music in a rhythm…
Akram Mag, between reggae and hip hop
Multifaceted artist, able to move with both rap and reggae; Akram Mag is one of the newest and most particular faces of Tunisian folk music. Akram Mag Actually, very little…
Balti, The Tunisian rap
One of the best known artists of the entire Arab music scene. Balti has managed, thanks to his talent, to get out of decidedly uncomfortable political situations, confirming himself as…
Ouled el Bahdja, the Rossoneri heart of Algiers
The first part of a journey inside USM Alger, one of the largest and most interesting clubs in Algeria, with very strong Rossoneri ties. Today we will discover in particular…
Les Filles de Illighadad, desert trio
The last group is an all-female trio from Illighadad, a small town bordering the Sahara desert. Les Filles de Illighadad will know how to envelop you with the "curtains", a…
Kel Assouf, Saharan rock
Rock and music of the Sahara fused together by a single story and a unique and overwhelming rhythm. Kel Assouf are by far one of the most interesting bands in…
