Rachid Taha
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About
Eclectic Algerian singer known for successful albums like Barbes, Tekitoi, and Bonjour. His album Diwan was his bestseller and breakthrough as a solo artist.
Before Fame
He had a menial day job at a central heating plant but worked as a club DJ at night.
Trivia
His cover of The Clash's single "Rock the Casbah" was named as one of the Top 50 Cover Songs by The Guardian.
Family Life
His father was a textile factory worker. He died of a heart attack.
Associated With
He performed with legendary Nigerian saxophonist Fela Kuti.
