Launch evening of the book “Aya Nakamura, critical dictionary”, by Ismaël Mereghetti – La Place Center Culturel Hip Hop – Paris, 75001

In this very first book on Aya Nakamura, Ismaël Mereghetti takes you behind the scenes of her creativity and her inspirations, and deciphers the underlying story of her success and her impact on society and culture. Mocked, praised, despised, recognized… From Mali to the Olympic Games via Aulnay-sous-Bois, Aya has become a reflection of today's France. This book is a journey to the heart of his universe, his history, his music. Ismaël Mereghetti is a journalist, author and director, specializing in music. Having appeared in particular with France Télévisions and Le Parisien, he has hosted several programs devoted to Hip-Hop on Radio France. He also co-wrote the book “I was there, 30 years at the heart of rap” with Driver in 2022, praised by critics and the public. Talk “Aya in French culture”, with: Julio Masidi, composer for Aya (“Jolie nana”, “Copines”) Fifou, photographer and artistic director Christelle Murhula, journalist and author (Arte, Le Monde…) Ismaël Mereghetti, journalist and author of the book “Aya Nakamura, critical dictionary” Hosted by Elena Oliveri Dj Special Aya set by Tyxfi Book signing session