ASTATKE, Mulatu - Mulatu Of Ethiopia (reissue) - limited white vinyl 2xLP
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Mulatu ASTATKE
Mulatu Of Ethiopia (reissue)
Strut
limited white vinyl 2xLP Cat: STRUT 129LPCRel: 20 May 24
Jazz Side 1 - Track 1. Mulatu (LP 1: original Stereo album) Side 1 - Track 2. Mascaram Setaba Side 1 - Track 3. Dewel Side 2 - Track 1. Kulunmanqueleshi Side 2 - Track 2. Kasalefkut-Hulu Side 2 - Track 3. Munaye Side 2 - Track 4. Chifara Side 3 - Track 1. Mulatu (LP 2: mono album mix) Side 3 - Track 2. Mascaram Setaba Side 3 - Track 3. Dewel Side 4 - Track 1. Kulunmanqueleshi Side 4 - Track 2. Kasalefkut-Hulu Side 4 - Track 3. Munaye Side 4 - Track 4. Chifara
Mulatu Astatke's 1972 album Mulatu of Ethiopia stands as a seminal work introducing listeners to the innovative sounds of Ethio-jazz. Born out of Mulatu's unique blend of Ethiopian melodies with Western instruments and influenced by his experiences in Boston and New York, the album exudes a captivating fusion of styles, as Mulatu's mastery of the vibraphone, paired with organ, flute and horns creates a mesmerising sonic landscape across seven tracks. Straying from traditional Ethiopian vocal-centric music, Mulatu's instrumental compositions showcase his singular vision. The album's reissue provides a deeper understanding of its creation, with additional outtakes revealing the bandleader's meticulous direction and experimentation. Over the years, Mulatu's influence has extended beyond jazz, inspiring artists across genres and spurring renewed interest in his timeless work.
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