For Ethiopians Kassa Tessema is, along with the other great traditional voices of the post-war period such as Assèfa Abatè, Fréw Haylou, Asnaqetch Werqu or Ketema Mèkonnen, a perfect example of the culture of the word: poetry and freedom of expression, wit and impressive verve that hits the mark, quiet vehemence and merciless loquacity, lovelorn despair and self-deprecation...