L'arène des rumeurs
Zebda · 1992
50 min · 13 tracks · middle of the road
An eclectic blend of reggae, rock, and traditional Arabic sounds that captures the spirit of multicultural France.
L'arène des rumeurs is an album by Zebda, released in 1992. An eclectic blend of reggae, rock, and traditional Arabic sounds that captures the spirit of multicultural France. This album is significant for its critical reception, earning praise for its socially conscious lyrics and unique fusion of genres that resonate with France's multicultural landscape. It helped pave the way for discussions around immigration and integration in France during the early '90s, influencing both music and cultural discourse. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does L'arène des rumeurs sound like?
An eclectic blend of reggae, rock, and traditional Arabic sounds that captures the spirit of multicultural France. Rooted in middle of the road.
What makes L'arène des rumeurs by Zebda notable?
This album is significant for its critical reception, earning praise for its socially conscious lyrics and unique fusion of genres that resonate with France's multicultural landscape. It helped pave the way for discussions around immigration and integration in France during the early '90s, influencing both music and cultural discourse. L'arène des rumeurs is Zebda's debut album, released in 1992 during a period marked by their rise to prominence in the French music scene. The band, formed in Toulouse by sons of North African immigrants, used this album to articulate their identity and political messages through music, setting the stage for their subsequent projects.
How many songs are on L'arène des rumeurs?
L'arène des rumeurs has 13 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Arabadub Standout 3:21
- 2 Baudis 2:59
- 3 Mala Diural 2:21
- 4 Minot des minorités 4:04
- 5 CNN Standout 3:07
- 6 Singing 4:20
- 7 Le Masque au rade 5:58
- 8 La Bague à Danièle 3:18
- 9 Le Miroir 4:16
- 10 La France Standout 3:16
- 11 Mala Diural (à la skabyle) 2:06
- 12 Baïonnettes 2:26
- 13 D'Ève à Lise 9:06
Release Date
January 1, 1992
Artist Origin
France
Runtime
50 min 39 sec
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