Kader Tarhanine, the rising star of modern Tuareg music, captivates an ever-growing audience with his innate talent and artistic freshness.
In 2012, he was propelled onto the international scene with his iconic song “Tarhanine Tegla: My love gone » becoming a major figure for Tuareg youth around the world.
His music skillfully fuses traditional Tuareg rhythms with rock influences, creating a unique and captivating sound. The poetic lyrics of his songs, often in Tamacheq or Arabic, add a profound dimension to his music, touching the hearts of those who listen to him. In addition to his musical talent, Kader Tarhanine is also known for his impressive stage performances and his exceptional mastery of the guitar, which has earned him a reputation as a must-see artist on the modern Tuareg scene.
Over the years, he has collaborated with many icons of African music, such as Oumou Sangaré, Fatoumata Diawara, Sidiki Diabaté from Mali, Mouna Dendeny from Mauritania and even Carlou D from Senegal. These collaborations have not only enriched his music, but have also made him a peacemaker through music, using his art to promote harmony and understanding between peoples.
As a symbolic ambassador, Kader Tarhanine’s music transcends borders, advocating harmony between the Sahelo-Saharan regions and the Maghreb, often torn apart by multiple crises. His commitment to peace and unity, combined with his undeniable musical talent, makes him an emblematic figure of contemporary African music.
