Alsarah: Music, Migration, and Mutual Aid for Sudan

In this episode of The Rhythm of Rebellion, Taína Asili speaks with Alsarah, a Sudanese-born singer, songwriter, and founder of Alsarah & the Nubatones, known for crafting a sound she calls East-African retro-pop. Born in Khartoum and raised in exile after fleeing political violence, her music reflects the complexity of migration, identity, and revolution. In this episode, she shares the story behind her new album Mawasim Altariq or Seasons of the Road — five years in the making — shaped by the Sudanese revolution, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the shifting landscapes of war and displacement. We also discuss her work as a co-founder of Sunduq Al Sudan, a mutual aid initiative uplifting grassroots response efforts through advocacy, artivism, and community solidarity.

More info about Alsarah at: https://lnk.bio/alsarah
More info about Sunduq Al Sudan: https://www.sunduqalsudan.org/

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