The Master Musicians of Jajouka are a collective of Sufi musicians, hailing from the village of Jajouka in the Rif Mountains of northern Morocco. Renowned for their mystical music and deep cultural roots, the group has an ancient lineage that can be traced back over 1300 years. They are said to be the '4000-year-old rock n' roll band' as they maintain a tradition passed down through generations of the Attar family, from father to son. The ensemble employs traditional instruments such as the ghaita (a type of oboe), lira (a bamboo flute), and various percussion instruments, producing a trance-inducing sound that is both haunting and spiritually charged.

Their music gained international recognition when Rolling Stones' guitarist Brian Jones visited them in 1968 and released an album titled "Brian Jones Presents The Pipes of Pan at Jajouka." Since then, they have collaborated with a number of international artists and have played at various music festivals around the world. Their live performances and recordings, such as "Apocalypse Across The Sky" and "Live at Le Guess Who? Festival", continue to intrigue and mesmerize audiences, while their ability to blend the ancient with the contemporary keeps their music relevant and evolving. The Master Musicians of Jajouka serve not only as custodians of a rich musical tradition but also as ambassadors of Moroccan Sufi culture to the world.

Genres

Moroccan Traditional

Latest Release

Live at Le Guess Who? Festival

The Master Musicians Of Jajouka•

Bachir Attar

Ep - 5 Tracks - Released May 16, 2023