Category Archives: Ethio-Jazz

SONG OF THE DAY Getatchew Mekurya – Akale Wube

Posted on March 18, 2023 by The Listening Post Blog

Known and revered for his sonic mystical meanderings, Getatchew Mekurya was an Ethiopian jazz saxophonist, active in the early-1970’s. Growing up with music he started off by playing traditional Ethiopian instruments such as the washint flute, the krar and the … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Yishak Banjaw – Libey Ma’aduley

Posted on December 4, 2022 by The Listening Post Blog

I don’t know what it is about this tune that makes me smile so much!? Is it the otherworldly, I-was-created-on-another-planet sound, the very enticing mystery in the melody, or just the sheer wonder of its simplicity….of course its all of … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Black Flower – Future Fauna

Posted on June 8, 2022 by The Listening Post Blog

Now, today’s song requires a little commitment and a spare and uninterrupted 14 minutes of your time if you happen to have it? I don’t advise that you open your eyes and let the world back in until this song … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Alemayehu Eshete – Telantena Zare

Posted on March 9, 2022 by The Listening Post Blog

Nicknamed the “Ethiopian Elvis”, Alemayehu Eshete is considered by many to be the golden voice of Ethopia, and once you hear him sing, you’ll know why he has gained such a title! Take today’s song for example, those expressive vocals … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Black Flower – Bones

Posted on July 5, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

Curious waves of magic are weaved when you embark on today’s sonic voyage! The flute alone could lure a billion snakes out of hiding or, akin to a type of pied piper, could steal many an unsuspecting ear with its … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Alèmayèhu Eshèté – Nèy-Nèy wèlèba

Posted on April 27, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

Nicknamed the “Ethioopian Elvis”, Alemayehu Eshete is considered the golden voice of Ethopia, and once you hear him sing, you’ll know why he has gained such a moniker! Ever since his first hit single, Seul, in 1961 he has become … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Hailu Mergia and the Walias — Birtukane

Posted on July 16, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

Two years after first discovering Hailu Mergia and promising myself I’d buy his groundbreaking Tche Belew record, I’ve yet to fulfil my wish, but after hearing today’s song for the first time in ages, I intend to remedy this right … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Sorcerers – The Terror

Posted on May 23, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

Its been quite an instrumental few days as far as song choices are concerned and today’s song is another fine example of how music can move and groove you without any need for words!  The Terror has been playing over … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Sorcerers – Elephant

Posted on May 16, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

For anyone who tuned in yesterday you will no doubt remember how I was singing the praises of ATA Records founders (and multiple band members) Neil Innes and Pete Williams.  As well as being founding members in charge of the … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Afro Social Club – Stuck In The Storm

Posted on January 30, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

Largely influenced and inspired by the great Fela Kuti, Afro Social Club are a French collective of nine musicians who came together over five years ago to create a sound that pays homage to their hero.  With a shared passion … Continue reading →

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