About Cheb Aziz
Lived 1968 – 1996 (aged 28). Cheb Aziz was an Algerian singer.
Cheb Aziz born Bechiri Boudjema (1968 – 20 September 1996) 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.
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Who was Cheb Aziz?
Algerian musicians (1968–1996)
When was Cheb Aziz born?
Cheb Aziz was born on 25 January 1968 in Constantine.
When did Cheb Aziz die?
Cheb Aziz died on 20 September 1996 in Constantine.
What was Cheb Aziz's occupation?
Cheb Aziz was a singer.
What nationality was Cheb Aziz?
Cheb Aziz was Algerian.
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