Ayalew Mesfin
Hasabe - My Worries (LP)
LabelVampisoulGenreJazz & Improvisation
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“Hasabe” is a thoughtfully curated collection of Ethio-groove recordings from one of the overlooked pioneers of 1970s Addis Ababa’s vibrant music scene—Ayalew Mesfin and his Black Lion Band.
Expect trap drum kits, jazz big-band styled horn sections, funky guitars played through wah wah and fuzz pedals— all seasoned with a unique Ethiopian touch…
Reissued once again thanks to our collaboration with Now Again. Pressed on 180g vinyl.
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“Hasabe” is a thoughtfully curated collection of Ethio-groove recordings from one of the overlooked pioneers of 1970s Addis Ababa’s vibrant music scene—Ayalew Mesfin and his Black Lion Band. Expect trap drum kits, jazz big-band styled horn sections, funky guitars played through wah wah and fuzz pedals— all seasoned with a unique Ethiopian touch… Reissued once again thanks to our collaboration with Now Again. Pressed on 180g vinyl.
| A1 | Hasabe (My Worries) | 3:56 | |
| A2 | Gedawo (The Hero) | 4:00 | |
| A3 | Rehab (My Hunger) | 4:34 | |
| A4 | Ewedish Nebere (I Used To Love You) | 3:24 | |
| A5 | Yesew Neger (Amazed By Humanity) | 5:02 | |
| A6 | Libe Menta Hone (My Divided Heart) | 3:55 | |
| B1 | Endet Liyesh (How Can I See You) | 3:39 | |
| B2 | Ambasel (Ambasel) | 4:52 | |
| B3 | Zebeder (Mesmerizing) | 6:08 | |
| B4 | Yetembelal Loga (Tall And Graceful) | 4:03 | |
| B5 | Gud Aderegechign (Blindsided By Love) | 3:48 |
