This 2002 release from Natacha Atlas saw the singer deliver a set of songs that fused traditional Arabic influences with contemporary electronic beats and pop sensibilities. It arrived at a time when the "world music" scene was increasingly embracing digital production and globalized sounds.
- "Foretold in the Language of Dreams" was released on August 19, 2002, by Mantra Records.
- The album was produced by Nigel Dochow and featured guest appearances from artists such as Justin Adams and Hamid Man Tu.
- It charted at number 18 on the UK Dance Albums Chart.
Natacha Atlas is a Brussels-born singer of Moroccan-Moorish descent, a genre-blending artist known for her work with Transglobal Underground and her solo explorations of Arabic, electronic, and pop music. In 2002, Atlas was at a pivotal point in her solo career, following up her acclaimed 1999 album "Gedida" with a release that continued to push the boundaries of world music fusion.
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