“Ever heard of a street that changed its tune?” That’s Rue Ferrari for you. Not because of its cobblestones but because of a music venue. Rue Ferrari might seem like any other street in Marseille. Yet it holds a story of transformation and cultural vibrancy.
Once upon a time at 103 Rue Ferrari stood Le Poste à Galène. This was a rock club known throughout the city. In March 2019 everything changed. Le Poste à Galène transformed into Le Makeda. This wasn’t just a name change. It was a complete shift in the street’s atmosphere.
Le Makeda brought color to Rue Ferrari. Not just on the walls but in its musical palette. The venue opened its doors to urban aesthetics. Hip-hop and electro music found a home here. These genres had little presence in the old rock club. Le Makeda became a rare club in France. It gained direction by two women: Francine Ouedraogo Bonnot and Aude Straub Kaboré.
Francine and Aude infused their touch into everything. From the program to the welcome of artists and the public. They made sure to integrate into the changing neighborhood. They wanted to be part of this vast and complex city. During the difficult pandemic period they supported the most fragile. They collected and distributed food and essential products. They enabled artists to create and train.
Le Makeda became a center of Marseille’s cultural life. It’s a beacon of the Marseille night. Rue Ferrari now resonates with different rhythms. The street is known for its diverse musical offerings.
Rue Ferrari tells a story of cultural evolution. It adapted to the times. It embraced new sounds. It became a place where everyone could find their rhythm. So next time you are on Rue Ferrari remember that. This is a street where music changed everything.