The Malagasy band LohArano has established itself as an emblematic figure on the contemporary music scene by skilfully fusing rock and metal with traditional Malagasy rhythms such as tsapiky and salegy. This innovative approach offers a unique perspective on metal, integrating authentic African sounds. Their first eponymous EP, released in 2021, illustrates this daring fusion, blending powerful guitar riffs with ancestral rhythms, creating a distinctive sound that transcends cultural boundaries. LohArano's participation in prestigious international festivals, such as the Trans Musicales de Rennes in 2021, Hellfest in 2024 and now
in sync with ‘Yellowjackets’, one of the most popular American series of the moment, testify to their growing impact on the world
music scene.
LohArano represents a new generation of African and other artists who, while respecting the traditions of their elders, infuse their music with contemporary energy, thus contributing to the evolution and diversification of the international music scene.
