Cheb Aziz

Cheb Aziz born Bechiri Boudjema was an Algerian musician and performer. Aziz was a very popular singer and performer across North Africa. He played Algerian musical genres such as Staifi and Chaoui.

Personal life

Aziz was married to the singer Selma. She gave birth to their daughter Manel in December 1994.

Death

On 20 September 1996, Aziz was killed by Islamist terrorists. He was the fourth singer to be found murdered, as music was declared blasphemous and banned in areas dominated by Islamic fundamentalists. Islamist militants had classified the Raï genre of music of consisting subjects relating to sex and drinking.