ETHIOPIAN MODERN INSTRUMENTAL HITS (ETHIOPIQUES) BY VARIOUS ARTISTS
A reissue of a 1970s Ethio-jazz classic, blending traditional Ethiopian melodies with modern jazz and Latin influences
Originally recorded during the golden era of Addis Ababa’s nightclub scene, this compilation features early works by Mulatu Astatqé — the father of Ethio-jazz — alongside Tesfa-Maryam Kidané and Bahta Gèbrè-Heywèt. With hypnotic horn lines, modal grooves, and subtle Latin undertones, the album stands as a defining document of Ethiopia’s unique contribution to jazz history.
FORMAT: 12” LP
LABEL: HEAVENLY SWEETNESS
LABEL: HEAVENLY SWEETNESS
TRACKS
Munayé – Mulatu Astatqé
Mètché Dershé – Mulatu Astatqé
Yètèsfa Tezeta – Tèsfa-Maryam Kidané
Kasalèfkut Hulu – Mulatu Astatqé
Tezeta – Mulatu Astatqé
Ewnèt Yèt Lagegnèsh – Bahta Gèbrè-Heywèt
Yègellé Tezeta – Mulatu Astatqé
Bèmgnot Alnorem – Bahta Gèbrè-Heywèt
Yèkèrmo Sèw – Mulatu Astatqé
Heywèté – Tèsfa-Maryam Kidané