Entertainment & Arts

Renowned Ethiopian Pianist Emahoy Tsegué-Maryam Guèbrou Passes Away at 98: A Memoir of Her Inspirational Life and Music

Today, the world mourns the loss of a true musical icon, Emahoy Tsegué-Maryam Guèbrou, who passed away on March 27, 2022, at the age of 98. Emahoy Tsegué-Maryam Guèbrou was an Ethiopian pianist and composer whose music touched the hearts of many and left an indelible mark on the history of music. Born in Addis

March 27, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Books

EBC signs deal with Sew Mehon Productions to adapt Fikir “Esk Mekaber” book into TV series

EBC signs deal with Sew Mehon Productions to adapt Fikir “Esk Mekaber” book into TV series The Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation (EBC) has signed an official contract today with ‘Sew Mehon” to turn the novel “Fikir Esk Mekaber” into a TV drama series. The contract was signed by EBC CEO Fisha Yitagesu and renowned film director

February 21, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Books

Ethiopia’s First Superhero Comic is Going Global

Etan Comics is launching a kids version of the kickstarter-backed title, which will be published in 11 languages. After the successful release of their graphic novel, Jember, Etan Comics is teaming up with the non-profit Open Hearts Big Dreams (OHBD) to launch a special collaboration. Etan is working with the Seattle-based organization, which has produced over

February 4, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Ameleset Muche Launches MayaFlicks: A New Era in Streaming

Ethiopian model, actress, environmental activist, and producer Ameleset Muche has launched a new streaming service platform called MayaFlicks. The platform offers unlimited access to a wide variety of movies at an affordable price of 40 birr per day or 15 birr per day. Users can access the platform via the web, Android, and the App

January 23, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Diaspora

Hulu Original: Azie Tesfai’s Vision – The Rise of the Queen of Sheba

The Queen of Sheba, a powerful figure in Ethiopian history, is the focus of a new drama series in development at Hulu’s Onyx Collective. The series is co-created by Chantelle Wells and actress-writer-producer Azie Tesfai, who was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of Eritrean immigrants who grew up in Ethiopia. She

January 22, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Gutu Abera Takes the African Jazz Scene by Storm with AFRIMA Win for “DEEMI”

Gutu Abera is a rising Ethiopian musician known for his unique style of blending traditional Oromiffa music with contemporary jazz elements. Who has been making waves in the African music scene with his soulful and captivating performances. His recent win at the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in the category of “Best African Jazz Group

January 16, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Rising Star: Ethiopian Artist Kassmasse Wins Best East African Artist at AFRIMA Awards”

Kassmasse, an Ethiopian artist, took home the award for Best East African Artist at the 2022 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). The annual awards ceremony, which was created in 2013 by the International Committee of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in partnership with the African Union (AU), honors outstanding achievement in the African music

January 16, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Yuti Nass First Ethiopian TikToker to Reach 1 Million Followers

Ethiopian TikTok sensation, Yuti Nass, also known as Hayat, has made waves in the entertainment industry by becoming the first Ethiopian to reach the milestone of one million followers on the popular social media platform. Known for her viral content that reflects the everyday lives of Ethiopians, Nass has quickly established herself as a leading

January 15, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Fana Lamrot crowns Yalemework Jemeberu as the winner: takes home 1 million Birr

The third season of Fana Lamrot, a music competition that showcases the talent of Ethiopian musicians, recently concluded its finale with a thrilling performance by the winner, Yalemework Jemeberu. Yalemework is a talented female musician originally from Gondar, a place known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional music styles, including Azmari and Masinqo. She

January 14, 2023 • By Addis Insight

Entertainment & Arts

Aster Awoke’s Highly Anticipated 25th Album ‘Soba’ Set to Drop on Ethiopian Streaming App Sewasew

Ethiopian artist Aster Awoke is set to release her 25th album, “Soba,” on the new Ethiopian streaming app Sewasew. This marks the first full-length album from Aster in three years and is expected to showcase the range and depth of her musical talent. “Soba” is a blend of traditional Ethiopian sounds and modern production, and

January 3, 2023 • By Addis Insight