Amadou & Mariam’s story is one of the most inspiring tales of modern music; a love affair that propelled two grandparents from Mali into charts across the planet, winning enough awards to fill several sideboards, and raising awareness of the difficulties in living in one of the world’s poorest countries. Into their orbit came stars like Damon Albarn, Manu Chao, David Gilmour, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Scissor Sisters ...

Yet it is also a story that began in adversity and continues to evolve and inspire more than 40 years after it began. Seven years after their last show in AB, Amadou & Mariam will be back for what will no doubt be a heartwarming concert.

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