Mulatu Astatke - Alchetron, The Free Social Encyclopedia

Mulatu Plays Mulatu is out now. In this seminal work from the Ethio-Jazz legend, Mulatu realises his long-term vision of Ethio-jazz, intricately balancing Western jazz arrangements with the rich sounds of traditional Ethiopian instruments. “A modernist masterpiece.” The Observer “A master looks back at the triumphs of his youth, and finds an authentic way forward.” Aquarium Drunkard “The 81 year-old kingpin still possesses a youthful, go-ahead attitude. This is some of his most demanding music f

Mulatu Astatke: the wild life of the funky father of Ethio-jazz