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Hailu Mergia Hailu Mergia and his classical instrument

Awesome Tapes From Africa

African

2×LP ATFA006LP£22.99
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1. Shemonmuanaye
2. Sewnetuwa
3. Laloye
4. Wegene
5. Hari Meru Meru
6. Amrew Demkew
7. Anchin Alay Alegn
8. Ambasel
9. Hebo Lale
10. Belew Beduby
11. Shilela

Magical remastered reissue of Mergia's 1985 solo cassette features the multi-instrumentalist handling accordion, analog synth, rhodes piano and drum machine. The all-instrumental album has a distinctly futuristic (circa mid-80s) approach to classic Ethiopian songs and modes.

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The Very Best Of Ethiopiques The Very Best Of Ethiopiques Metro Select

Cult hits from the original 27-volume series responsible for introducing the unique sounds of post-war Ethiopian soul, jazz & big bands to the wider...

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Augustus Pablo Ethiopia International / Pressure Sounds

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