Dissidenten

Dissidenten are a German worldbeat music group formed in Berlin. The core trio includes Friedo Josch, Uve Müllrich and Marlon Klein. Their 1984 album Sahara Elektrik was recorded in Tangier and mixes Arabic vocals, oud and driving percussion.

Sahara Elektrik (1984) was recorded in Tangier; the album features Arabic lyrics, oud and prominent percussion. The review notes that the album had some success in Italy and was reissued in 1987 by the independent label Materiali Sonori. The group has been associated with the early worldbeat movement.

The available review praises Dissidenten's 1984 album Sahara Elektrik as an early worldbeat landmark recorded in Tangier. It highlights rhythmic percussion, Arabic lyrics and oud, and cites tracks such as Inshallah, Fata Morgana and Casablanca. The album had some success in Italy and was reissued in 1987.

For:Fans of world music, worldbeat and listeners interested in Middle Eastern/North African–influenced fusion.