Mdou Moctar
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Mahamadou Souleymane (born c. 16 August 1984[1] or 1986[2]),[1] known professionally as Mdou Moctar (also M.dou Mouktar), is a Tuareg songwriter and musician based in Agadez, Niger, who performs modern rock music inspired by Tuareg guitar music. His music first gained attention through a trading network of mobile phones and memory cards in West Africa.[3] He sings in the Tamasheq language.[4] Moctar's fourth album, Ilana: The Creator, released in 2019, was the first to feature a full band. He plays guitar in the takamba and assouf styles.[4]
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Mdou Moctar | |
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Background information | |
Birth name | Mahamadou Souleymane |
Also known as | M.dou Mouktar |
Born | c. 16 August 1984-1986 Tchintabaraden, Niger |
Genres | |
Occupation(s) | Songwriter, musician |
Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals, synth |
Years active | 2008–present |
Labels | Sahel Sounds, Stone Tapes, Matador |
Website | mdoumoctar |
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