Issam Kamal: "Reflecting musically the history of the city of El Jadida"

Mazagan, a Moroccan fusion group, counts among the important figures of the national musical scene thanks notably to its tracks and the numerous shows it hosts with success throughout Morocco. Issam Kamal, the leader of the group who is starting a tour in Morocco and abroad this weekend, explains the secret of this success.Libé: Tell us about your group Mazagan. What is its history? How was it formed?Issam Kamal: Mazagan is a group that is interested in Moroccan musical heritage and its development.The group was created in 1998 in El Jadida by four creative and passionate friends. Since then, it has not ceased to evolve and to travel the stages in Morocco but also throughout the world.It is composed of Issam Kamal (vocals, guitar, lute, mandolin), Bouhssine Foulane (violin, ribab), Nabil Andalous Ouartassi (drums), Mohammed Hamam (keyboards), Adil Laaqissi (bass), Makram Naoufal Tazi (p…