Mezwed (Arabic: مزود) is a genre of popular traditional music based on North African Arab scale rhythms. It incorporates traditional North African drums called Darbouka and a kind of bagpipe called a mizwad with a bag made from ewe's leather. Usually, it is sung in Tunisian and Algerian linguistic varieties. Originally the music of the countryside and the working classes; it is often played at weddings and parties.


The themes of Mezwed are social, family, and love. Nowadays new fusions of Mezwed, with Hip-Hop and Rap are becoming popular. Some of the most popular singers include Fatma Boussaha, Samir Loussif, and Hedi Habbouba.

Artists

  • Hichem Lekhdhiri
  • Fathi Weld Fajra
  • Fatma Boussaha
  • Hedi Habbouba
  • Samir Loussif
  • Saleh El Farzit
  • Lotfi Jormana
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