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Ammar 808 Reimagines Tunisian Folk

Author: EIIGHANA AFRICA BROADCASTING NETWORK
Last updated: Thursday 22 May 2025

Ammar 808 Reimagines Tunisian Folk

Tunisian producer and electronic visionary Ammar 808 is reshaping the sonic landscape of North African music with his bold reinterpretations of traditional Tunisian folk. Blending vintage rhythms with deep basslines and futuristic synths, Ammar 808—real name Sofyann Ben Youssef—is drawing global attention for pushing boundaries while preserving heritage.
His most recent project, Club Tounsi, dives into the archives of Tunisian music, reviving folk sounds like Mezwed and Sufi chants, layering them with heavy beats, trance-like loops, and digital textures. The result is a sound both rooted and radical—a cultural remix for a new generation.
Performing across major international stages, from WOMAD to Roskilde, Ammar 808 is bringing North African energy to global dance floors. His work not only modernizes folk traditions but also challenges global perceptions of what African electronic music can be.
Ammar 808 has said his mission is to connect the past to the future: “I want to make our ancient voices speak to today’s world using sound as a time machine.”
Critics and fans alike have praised Club Tounsi for its fearless innovation and cultural depth, positioning Ammar 808 as a leader in the global electronic scene and a guardian of Tunisia’s rich musical soul.



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