The album 'Ethio Jazz' by Mulatu Astatké is a gem of modern Ethiopian music and a legendary album. An incredibly groovy album recorded between 1969 and 1972. An Ethio groove record featuring US soul, jazz, Latin touches, and above all, oriental rhythms. A true masterpiece of modern Ethiopian instrumental music, perfectly illustrating the symbiosis of strong rhythms and quality arrangements with subtle and deep Ethiopian melodies. A must-have for all lovers of 60s and 70s music! In the Ethiopian musical landscape, Mulatu Astatke is a unique musician, composer, and arranger. His real contribution lies in his work for instrumental music, in a country where orchestral traditions did not exist. For over 30 years, he has been the standard-bearer of Ethiopian music.