Various Artists - The Rough Guide To Ethiopian Jazz

Swinging Addis is thriving once again, with the distinctive ancient-sounding tones of Ethiopia blending with modern jazz interpretations to create a totally unmistakable fusion. From the legendary innovators Mulatu Astatke and Getatchew Mekuria to today's new generation of artists, this Rough Guide celebrates this burgeoning and most captivating of musical scenes.

A compilation soaked in the urban cool that pervades Ethiopian music, both traditional and modern, includes a download card enabling you to download the full album as well as bonus Ethiopian Jazz tracks.