Rock Paper Scissors - Tinariwen, Amassakoul (World Village) - Tinariwen Makes Music a Powerful Weapon

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Sample Track 1:
"Amassakoul 'n' Ténéré" from Amassakoul

Sample Track 2:
"Chatma" from Amassakoul

Sample Track 3:
"Chet Boghassa" from Amassakoul

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Tinariwen Makes Music a Powerful Weapon

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Tinariwen formed in the refugee camps of Libya and Algeria. They've carried instruments and rifles in their lives, and fought for the freedom of their Tuareg people. Their music is a mix of North African blues and at times reggae-influenced. Chris Nickson reviews their CD, Amassakoul. 10/27/04 >> go there

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