The music of Algiers is intense.  Its rooted in drums and percussion that create mesmerizing rhythms.  Rumbling bass adds momentum and depth while slashing guitar adds texture and urgency.  Commanding vocals deliver lyrics that rail against post-colonial power imbalance and injustice.  There is anger and intelligence.  I spoke with lead singer Franklin James Fisher and bassist Ryan Mahan who are both in fact multi-instrumentalists.  They made fascinating conversation partners.  These two men, along with Lee Tesche on guitar, formed a power trio that have crafted a powerful self titled debut album Algiers.  They met in Atlanta but gained rich experience in Europe that informs their music and worldview.  In this WFUV Live session, they were joined by Joe Bochniak on drums – a longtime friend of Frank.