Seny Sangare and Safoura Denou were a celebrated duo (both in life and art) in Mali, active well before the international success of other famous duos like Amadou & Mariam. Their music belongs to the Griot (or Jeli) tradition—the itinerant poets and singers who preserve the oral history of the Mandé people.
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Release 4 – Dawit “Messay” Mellesse
The album “Anchin New” by Dawit “Messay” Mellesse, released in 1999, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of Ethio-pop at the turn of the millennium. It is not just a collection of songs, but a technological and cultural bridge between the traditions of Addis Ababa and modern international production.
Release 3 – Kuku Sebsibe (1982)
With this new release from Cassette pirata, we travel to Ethiopia to meet Kuku Sebsibe (or Sebsebe, depending on the transliteration). The album I am presenting is an original edition of the cassette simply titled “Kuku Sebsibe”, originally released in 1982. This album represents the singer’s debut and was recorded together with the Roha Band.Continua a leggere “Release 3 – Kuku Sebsibe (1982)”