Gnawa music is a traditional genre originating from Morocco, characterized by the use of the guembri (a three-stringed bass instrument), krakebs (metal castanets), and vocals. It has roots in African and Islamic spiritual traditions and is often associated with trance-like states. Innov Gnawa, Nass El Ghiwane, and Hamid El Kasri are all prominent performers within the genre, known for their unique interpretations and contributions to its evolution.
Here is a list of gnawa artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the gnawa genre. You can find out what gnawa genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.
