With his seventh studio release 'Funeral For Justice' Mdou Moctar creates an artistic means to convey defiance through committed determination. As head of the Niger band Moctar leads a musical resistance force against political disorder to create social change through their shows. The exciting musical creation merges Tuareg desert rock elements with quick rhythms as well as intense guitar performance to express deep values in the final result. In the song 'Imouhar' Moctar reveals his powerful devotion to protect his heritage Tuareg language through his plea for language survival. Through music Ariano Melo is empowering music to take shape as a powerful statement against injustice and at the same time highlight music's ability to be a force for social change during unpleasant times.
