 Zebda
Toulouse has maintained a strong poetic and artistic tradition for many centuries. As a centre for creative expression it has housed troubadours and poets past and present.
An example of some modern day local heroes following in this tradition of popular music is the Toulousain group Zebda. Their lively music is an invigorating blend of various musical influences. It mirrors the diverse ethnic mixtures within the city and the non-comformity of its inhabitants. In the tradition of the troubadours their music raises important social issues. The group's experiences of Toulouse have fashioned their music and their songs and energetic style have proven to be a hit across France.
In many ways their youth and unconventional style is typical of the city as a whole. Toulouse combines both popular culture and historical elegance. Should all this energy and style prove too much, Toulouse is ideally located for exploration of the rural southwest of France.
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Le Mouv'
French youth radio stations broadcasting across France. More information on current French music tastes. In French.
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