Omara 'Bombino' Moctar

Born and raised in Niger, in and around the northern city of Agadez, Bombino is a member of the Tuareg Ifoghas tribe, a nomadic people descended from the Berbers of North Africa.

Before 2009, Bombino was little known outside Saharan Africa. But in the last few years, he has begun to find a following abroad. He has sold out venues across Europe and the US, and has garnered the praise of outlets ranging from Pitchfork to NPR's Fresh Air.

Bombino will be celebrating the release of their new album produced by The Black Keys' Dan Auerbach.