July 13, 2025
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After the remarkable success of his latest single “Reine & Parrain”, Algerian rapper ALI D (FOREALID\Ali DAMICHE) has officially announced that he is preparing a new joint album with acclaimed Staïfi singer Moundjed Wali. The album will be released globally on VEVO, continuing their mission to bring Algerian music to an international audience.
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“Reine & Parrain,” a collaboration between ALI D and Moundjed Wali—winner of “Alhan wa Chabab” and crowned Best Staïfi Singer of 2016—has gained attention not just across Algeria, but worldwide, thanks to its release on VEVO. The song tells a cinematic and emotional story of a gangster who promises his girl that he will become a “Parrain” (Godfather) and treat her like a “Reine” (Queen). It blends the grit of street rap with the emotional depth of Staïfi melodies.
The single marked a new level of professionalism and visibility in ALI D’s career. With SOUSA producing the track, Idir Hamoum of BASTA RECORDS handling the mixing and mastering, and a music video directed by Hani Hennous and edited by Rostom Baatchia, the project delivered high-end audiovisual storytelling rooted in Algerian reality.
Encouraged by the feedback and streaming success, ALI D confirmed in a recent statement that he and Moundjed Wali are currently working on a full collaborative album, which will also be published through VEVO. This album aims to blend Algerian rap with traditional Staïfi sounds, while exploring deep themes such as love, power, betrayal, and ambition.
“This album is more than just music,” says ALI D. “It’s a movement. We want to show the world what Algerian culture sounds like when tradition meets modern energy.”
The upcoming album is expected to include cinematic visuals, diverse soundscapes, and lyrics that speak to Algerian youth and global audiences alike. For ALI D, known for his storytelling ability and emotional delivery, and for Moundjed Wali, a powerful voice of Algerian heritage, this collaboration represents a shared vision: bringing Algerian art to the global stage.
As anticipation grows, fans can revisit the video for “Reine & Parrain”, which remains available on VEVO and YouTube. With this new album on the horizon, ALI D and Moundjed Wali are shaping a bold future for North African music, one that connects deeply at home—and resonates worldwide.
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