Artist page · 07/07/2026
About
3 vinyl releases from 2013 to 2024—reissues and fresh editions on sought-after French labels.
Hailing from Paris, Taïro has been a distinct voice in the reggae and dancehall scenes with a catalog spanning studio albums and live recordings. His work incorporates ragga hip-hop elements and French reggae influences. Taïro's releases appear on labels such as Ovastand and Ensemble Editions, reflecting a strong presence in the French reggae scene.
Vinyl collectors find multiple editions including reissues and recent releases on vinyl formats, with albums like "Street Tape Vol. 2" (2024) and recent live album "A l'Olympia" (2024). His music features socially conscious lyrics and grooves that appeal to both reggae aficionados and new listeners exploring the genre.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Ensemble Editions · 2016
Universal Music France · 2013
Quantizers · 2011
Kilomaitre Productions · 2008Playlist
The tracks that sum up Taïro's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A reissued 2024 LP on Frenchtown bringing deep roots reggae with ragga and hip-hop influences, featuring tracks like "Bonne W**d" and "Que Des Bonnes Vibes."
2013 studio album issued on Polydor France, with 15 tracks including "Je M'En Fous" and "Ainsi Soit-Il" highlighting Taïro's reggae style evolution.
2008 album blending hip hop, reggae, and folk elements, offering 14 tracks reflecting Taïro's early musical exploration and social themes.
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Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"If some compare me to Sizzla, I have my own style."— Taïro
Released in 2024, "A l'Olympia" captures Taïro's live performance, pressed on vinyl by Ovastand, representing a recent documentation of his stage presence.
The 2013 album "Ainsi Soit-Il" was released on Polydor with a 12" vinyl pressing, containing 15 tracks that showcase Taïro's matured reggae sound on the French market.
"Street Tape Vol. 2", originally released in 2011, was reissued on LP by Frenchtown in 2024 with a catalog number FT005LP, widely available with a lowest price around 18 euros.
Taïro's top tracks by playcount include "BONNE WEED" with over 76,000 plays and "Une Seule Vie" with over 27,000, illustrating his enduring appeal in the French reggae scene.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Taïro is a French-Moroccan reggae artist born in Paris in 1978 known for blending reggae, dancehall, and ragga styles.
Key vinyl releases include "Street Tape Vol 2" (2024 reissue), "Ainsi Soit-Il" (2013), and the live album "A l'Olympia" (2024).
His vinyl records have been released by labels like Frenchtown, Polydor, Ovastand, and Ensemble Editions in France.
Taïro performs reggae, ragga, dancehall, and incorporates elements of French reggae and ragga hip-hop.
Taïro’s albums generally contain between 13 and 16 tracks with a mix of studio and live recordings.
Current vinyl prices range from around 18 euros for reissues to over 46 euros for original albums on the secondary market.
Vinyl editions of Taïro’s albums are available in French stores and sellers, with several copies on sale for albums like "Street Tape Vol 2".
Popular tracks include "BONNE WEED," "Une Seule Vie," and "Ainsi Soit-Il," each with thousands of plays and listeners in France.
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