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When you consider the humble beginnings of Malian Tuareg desert blues collective Tinariwen as rebel fighters/part-time musicians, and their current status one of the most popular `world' music acts, it's the finest example of how extraordinary music can transcend borders, or in Tinariwen's case, the entire Sahara Desert, no matter its linguistic or marketing limitations. Over the past number of years, and over a string of outstanding albums and incendiary festival performances these unpretentious nomads have won hearts and minds. Aman Iman, released in 2007, was the cool sound of that year, whether for its cultural affect and coffee table...

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