Mulatu Astatke is an Ethiopian musician, composer and arranger. He is known as the father of ethio-jazz. He was musically trained in New York, London and Boston where he combined his jazz and latin interests with traditional Ethiopian music. He plays vibraphone, conga drums, percussion, keyboards and organ. Many hip-hop artists have sampled Mulatu's songs.
Discography: Maskaram Setaba 7'' (1966), Afro Latin Soul vol.1 & vol.2 (1966), Mulatu Of Ethiopia (1972), Yekatit Ethio Jazz (1974), Plays Ethio Jazz (1989), Mulatu Astatke Feat. Fekade Amde Maskal Ethio Jazz (2002), Inspiration Information (2009), Mulatu Steps Ahead (2010), Mochilla Presents Timeless (2010).
Links: mulatu-steps-ahead.com/
ethiojazz.com/
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