Justin Adams is one of the most intriguing, enthusiastic musicians in Britain. He's guitarist and co-writer with Robert Plant's band and he's an impressive producer, best known for his work with Tinariwen. Both skills are combined on this new project, in which he is joined by the Gambian griot and master of the ritti (one-stringed fiddle), Juldeh Camara, for a rousing African-rock fusion. Adams appreciates rhythm, urgency and excitement, and the best tracks here mix pounding percussion and driving guitar with equally stirring and virtuoso fiddle solos and rousing vocals. On some songs, the duo match echoes of ancient African blues or a reworking of the Bo Diddley riff against guitar rock, then they switch to acoustic pieces, making use of the West African banjo or lute, but always with the same rhythmic attack. If you enjoy Tinariwen, check this out.