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Rachid Taha
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Bio
Rachid Taha, was an Algerian vocalist and activist residing in France. He embarked on his musical journey as the frontman of the band Carte de Séjour, known for their innovative blend of Western punk rock and Algerian Maghrebi music during the early 1980s. However, it was through his solo endeavors that he truly shone. In 1993, he rose to international stardom with his iconic rendition of The Clash's "Rock the Casbah," leaving an indelible mark on the music world. Taha was celebrated as a trailblazer in the realm of French Arabic rock. Sadly, Rachid Taha passed away, but his influential music and lasting impact on the global music scene endure as his legacy.
Discography
Albums12
Origines
Origines2024 • AlbumTracks: 6
Militant
Militant2023 • AlbumTracks: 7
Cheba Louisa
Cheba Louisa2013 • AlbumTracks: 17
Zoom
Zoom2013 • AlbumTracks: 11
Bonjour
Bonjour2009 • AlbumTracks: 10
Rock N Raï
Rock N Raï2008 • AlbumTracks: 15
Diwan 2
Diwan 22006 • AlbumTracks: 10
Rock El Casbah - The Best Of
Rock El Casbah - The Best Of2004 • albumTracks: 12
Made in Medina
Made in Medina2000 • AlbumTracks: 11
Diwan
Diwan1998 • AlbumTracks: 11
Carte Blanche
Carte Blanche1997 • AlbumTracks: 15
Olé, Olé
Olé, Olé1986 • AlbumTracks: 10
EPs1
Hits
Hits2023 • EPTracks: 6
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