Music

Saudi Arabia Imposes New Visa Restrictions Affecting Ethiopian Travelers

Saudi Arabia has announced major changes to its visa policy, set to take effect...

Poet and Tobiya Jazz Event Organizer Misraq Terefe Arrested Amid Unclear Circumstances

Poet and renowned literary event organizer Misraq Terefe was arrested on January 22, 2017, and taken to the...

The Weeknd’s Reflection on the Ethiopian Red Terror: A Hidden Narrative in His Song

Abel Tesfaye, known to the world as The Weeknd, has built a career around deeply emotional and introspective...

Drummer Teferi Assefa, Ethiopian Jazz Pioneer and Negarit Band Leader, Passes Away at 53

The Ethiopian music community is mourning the loss of Teferi Assefa, a renowned drummer and percussionist, who passed...

Mahmoud Ahmed’s Grand Farewell: Celebrating 60 Years of Ethiopia’s Musical Legend

On January 11, 2025, Addis Ababa’s Millennium Hall witnessed a momentous event as Mahmoud Ahmed, Ethiopia’s legendary singer,...
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Davido to Headline Ethiopia’s New Year as Afrobeats Surpasses American Icons

Davido Set to Electrify Ethiopian New Year Celebration at Sheraton AddisSheraton Addis, a Luxury Collection Hotel, is preparing to host an unforgettable Ethiopian New...

From Hits to Hurdles: The Evolving Landscape of Ethiopia’s Streaming Services

In the vibrant world of Ethiopian music, the early years of digital music promised a golden era. Artists dreamed of a future where their...

Why Jazz Clubs Are the Best for Live Music: Inside “Yekermo Sew” Newest Jazz Hotspot

By Emrakel SileshiWhy jazz? That was the first question I asked Samuel Yirga as we sat in a dim booth. Otis Redding softly crooned...

Veronica Adane’s Album is Set to Break Ethiopian Music Records with 17 Million Birr Deal

Renowned Ethiopian singer Veronica Adane, who has captivated audiences with her array of hit songs, is set to release her highly anticipated new album...

Drake’s ‘Blue Green Red’ Goes Viral with Oromo, Tigray, Amhara, and Habesha Tribes in the Spotlight

Drake's latest track, "Blue Green Red," has captured attention for its references to Ethiopian ethnic groups, including Oromo, Tigray, Amhara, and Habesha. These groups...

Rising Star Mena Worede: Redefining Ethiopian Music with Tradition and Innovation

Mena Worede: Making Waves with a Unique Fusion of Ethiopian Tradition and Modern SoundIn the vibrant music scene of Ethiopia, where tradition meets modernity,...
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