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Bombino Agadez, Niger
Omara "Bombino" Moctar, a young Tuareg guitarist and songwriter, was raised during an era of armed struggles for independence and violent suppression by government forces. His electrifying jams capture the spirit of resistance and rebellion while echoing with guitar riffs reminiscent of fellow Africans Tinariwen and Ali Farka Touré as well as Jimi Hendrix, John Lee Hooker and Jimmy Page. ... more
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Sep 2023 -
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Mar 2011
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After a six year absence from the recording studio, Malian guitarist Habib Koité and his band Bamada return with a stunning new album.
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Gnahoré's striking new CD moves from delicate ballads to upbeat African grooves, and serves as a resounding introduction to this voice of the future.
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Rise & Shine Remixes
by Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars (Featuring DJ Logic)For the follow up to their acclaimed debut, Living Like a Refugee, Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars began recording in their hometown of Freetown, Sierra Leone then traveled to New Orleans, Louisiana.
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The pioneering Tuareg band returns with a sharp, urgent folk and rock album.
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100% Sahara Guitar
by Etran de L'AïrThe first studio album from Etran de L'Aïr is a wonder of intricately knotty guitars, reverb-laden melodies, and shimmering harmonies.
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Firin’ tunes from Niger. Looped-up guitars and traditional assouf influences. Sahel Sounds for the win!
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