An Evening of Desert Blues

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Tinariwen, a Grammy-winning band of nomadic Tuaregs from the Sahara Desert in northern Mali, brings a rebellious sensibility to entrancing desert blues. A sensational live act, they electrify traditional Tuareg melodies with edgy blues, rock, pop, Berber, and Arabic influences, producing a gritty, hypnotic sound. LA’s contagious Dengue Fever will open with its trademark blend of vintage Cambodian pop and indie-psychedelic rock.

“This music still moves like a sandstorm. Even at slow tempos it swirls with motion, and nearly all of its forward drive comes from the guitars and bass.”—Pitchfork

Tinariwen will perform at The Royale on Friday, April 14. Showtime is 7 PM. Tickets $25 General admission, standing room only, 18+ For Tickets and Information call 617-876-4275 or online at www.WorldMusic.org