A much-loved Moroccan voice, Zina Daoudia embraced raï before she flourished as a singer and musician in lush incarnations of local chaabi. Her full-bodied vocals populate expansive compositions peppered with forceful choruses, feverish percussion and vigorous violin. On stage, Daoudia often shows off her skills on the latter instrument, enchanting audiences with her irresistible energy. The folky bursts of strings alternate with contemporary synth textures—while in her team-up with house whizz Dj Van, the superstar lays playful verses over rolling, bendir-laced dance beats.