Band on the Wall, 18 Mar 2026
Tuareg desert rock band from Tamanrasset, Algeria
Stage: The Venue
Audience: standing
IMARHAN is a Tuareg desert rock band from Tamanrasset, southern Algeria, formed in 2006 by a group of close friends led by frontman Iyad Moussa Ben Abderahmane (Sadam). Their music fuses traditional Tuareg rhythms and poetry with influences from funk, blues, and rock, reflecting both their cultural roots and modern urban upbringing.
Imarhan’s sound is often described as energetic and upbeat, offering a fresh take on the desert blues style pioneered by Tinariwen, with whom they share close ties.
The band has released several acclaimed albums on the City Slang label, including Imarhan (2016), Temet (2018), and Aboogi (2022). Their lyrics and style celebrate Tuareg identity while embracing contemporary influences, making them key figures in the new generation of Saharan music
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