It isn’t often that a band from another continent revisits the Georgia Theatre twice in nearly a year, but Tuareg rockers Mdou Moctar will rock the stage once again. Hailing from Agadez, Niger, guitarist Mdou Moctar and his stellar band play lightning fast Saharan rock inspired by traditional Tuareg music. The band began by sharing its music through trading disposable phones and memory cards throughout West Africa, and it has since gained international attention for its virtuosity and irresistible groove. Melodic local band Immaterial Possession will open with the release of its new album, Mercy Of The Crane Folk.
WHO: Mdou Moctar, Immaterial Possession
WHEN: Friday, May 5, 8 p.m.
WHERE: Georgia Theatre
HOW MUCH: $18 (adv.), $20
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