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Friday 27 August 2010

Aster Aweke

One of my more recently discovered heroines of la musique is Aster Aweke. Yes again I've found her by listening to Late Junction, what would I do without that show? She's from Ethiopia and uses a lovely vocal texture.

I love the way she sings over band music. She is always light in her treatment, which is difficult when you sing over a loud band. Listening to her has made me want to sing with a band for the first time in many many years. Would have to be the right players though. Maybe I'll ask some old friends if they might let me have a shot.

I'm really into a song of hers on youtube called 'Emiyee' which has a rather eeky poppy jazzy accompaniment but her vocals are just so delicate and strong. I would like to get her new album. Fiona Talkington keeps playing tracks from it and it has great traditional music accompaniment which I adore.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1D_ciE9DDPk

3 comments:

  1. Hey Jude - you need a laser eye op - I've had two.

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  2. I do but I need to spend the money on making albums no one buys

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  3. I haven't even got to that stage of making albums no-one buys! For me that is still a distant mirage!! Anyway, i'm a proud purchaser of your album!

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