Mulatu Astatke — Relationship & Influence Network

The swinging soul of American artists like Aretha Franklin and James Brown, broadcast on Armed Forces Radio, intertwined with the golden era of Ethiopian modern music, known as "Ethio-jazz," led by icons like Mulatu Astatke and Mahmoud Ahmed.

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This period was his crucible, where he honed his craft alongside other giants of the era like Mulatu Astatke , the father of Ethio-jazz.

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Tilahun immersed himself in this scene, learning from pioneers like Mulatu Astatke .

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