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Deran

Bombino · 2018

45 min · 10 tracks · rock music

Bombino's electrifying guitar riffs intertwine with traditional Tuareg melodies, creating a vibrant soundscape of resilience and cultural pride.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • mid-tempo reflective moments
  • vibrant cultural soundscapes
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career context
When Bombino released 'Deran' in January 2018, he was already an established figure in the Tuareg rock scene following his previous albums, including 'Azel' (2016). This album marked a continuation of his distinctive fusion of traditional West African music with rock influences, further solidifying his position as a cultural ambassador for the Tuareg people.
Stylistic neighbors
John Mayer· Daniel Lanois· GHOST

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Imajghane (The Tuareg People) 4:13
  • 2 Deran Deran Alkheir (Best Wishes) 3:58
  • 3 Tehigren (The Trees) 4:31
  • 4 Midiwan (My Friends) 3:42
  • 5 Tenesse (Idleness) 5:26
  • 6 Oulhin (My Heart Burns) 4:10
  • 7 Adounia Idagh (This Life) 5:31
  • 8 Tamasheq (The Tuareg Language) 4:59
  • 9 Takamba 3:30
  • 10 Adouagh Chegren (At the Top of the Mountain) 5:01

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata