Francophone Favorite 2024

Born in Algiers, Mehdi is a Canadian (Franco-Ontarian) singer-songwriter, poet, comedian and radio commentator.

Hanging upside down from the railing of a New York subway, capturing images without permission, Mehdi Cayenne embodies the passion and verve of the adventurous artist.

A wacky crooner who isn't afraid of paradoxes, he presents survival songs with passion and a unique groove.

In 6 albums, hundreds of shows, dozens of awards, radio reviews and soundtracks, this big, wild dog with disarming charisma has developed his eclectic, minimalist and evocative approach.

From prison to retirement home, from international festivals to opening acts at packed Zenith venues, he has performed all over Canada, as well as in France, Belgium, Switzerland, Italy, Luxembourg, Armenia and Russia.