An unprecedented collaboration between two figures of Gnaoua music, representatives of two generations with complementary styles. Both experienced in meeting with illustrious international artists, Hamid El Kasri and Mehdi Nassouli will be together for the first time on a joint project on the occasion of Jazzablanca.

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Loyal to the festival, the two Maalems will surround themselves with 6 musicians and 6 koyous to deliver a completely new and exclusive performance for Jazzablanca. An impressive stage line-up that will also welcome prestigious guests throughout the evening:

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BILAL - American neo soul poet and singer from Philadelphia, Bilal has worked with many artists on the American hip hop scene such as The Roots, Common, Jay Z, Erykah Badu, Beyoncé, Beyoncé, Robert Glasper, Robert Glasper, Dr Dre, Dr Dre, Kendrick Lamar, J Dilla...

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KARIM ZIAD - Drummer, composer and artistic director, Karim Ziad has multiple collaborations and has played a major role in the expansion of Gnaoua music for over 30 years of career.

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OUM - Moroccan singer and songwriter, OUM makes her voice shine on the biggest international stages.

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RHANI KRIJA - Percussion genius, Rhani Krija was born in Essaouira. He has collaborated with music legends, both in the studio and on tour: Sting, Herbie Hancock, Peter Gabriel, Annie Lennox, Al Di Meola and many others...