The video, which The Times is premiering, explores the plight of refugees worldwide and features Bombino seeming to wash ashore in America, undocumented and alone. Those who have seen Bombino in action understand why he, like many music-minded Tuaregs, opted for a guitar instead of a gun. At the end of the video for “Akhar Zaman,” Bombino offers a tribute: “For my brothers: Ahmed Rahmar (1976-2016); Mohamed 'Mouma Bob' Ahar (1963-2016); "Koutana" Van Loon (1981-2016).”SNAP Video Mouma Bob in performance. At a Country Music Hall of Fame benefit, James Taylor, Vince Gill and Joe Walsh reflect on songs that stood out in their memories. At a Country Music Hall of Fame benefit, James Taylor, Vince Gill and Joe Walsh reflect on songs that stood out in their memories.

Source: Los Angeles Times September 28, 2016 18:58 UTC