Ethiopia’s Hottest Music Videos and MP3s

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Ethiopia’s Hottest Music Videos and MP3s

Ethiopia has a long and rich musical history, and the music that comes out of it today is just as popular and well-loved as ever. From ethiopian music mp3 to ethiopian music video, the country produces great talent that’s influencing popular culture all over the world. Here are the top five hottest songs and most watched videos in Ethiopia right now.

The Culture

Reggae is at its best when it pulls from other genres. In fact, reggae’s rise to fame can be traced back to a man named DJ Kool Herc, who would sample breaks from funk songs in his pioneering turntable sets. Similarly, Ethiopian music—and indeed, Ethiopian culture—is all about embracing outside influences, from African rhythms to Middle Eastern sounds. Teddy Afro, one of the most famous Ethiopian musicians alive today, took up the guitar as a child before discovering Ethiopian pop through Sudanese refugees in Addis Ababa. He created Ethiopia’s first-ever soul band, Yegna Crew (named after the traditional female empowerment ceremony), which includes both male and female members and combines international styles with Ethiopian tradition.

Ethiopia’s Hottest Music Videos and MP3s

The singer has become so popular that he had to temporarily flee his homeland due to political pressure on artists like him by the government of Ethiopia under president Meles Zenawi. It was during this time that Teddy Afro made one of his most successful albums yet: Addis Live!

The Golden Era

Teddy Afro is a pop star in Ethiopia. Well, he’s not exactly a household name for Americans (yet), but Teddy has conquered the charts at home in Africa with his songs that combine R&B, jazz, and hip-hop with Ethiopian lyrics. His music videos have received over five million views on YouTube, which may seem like small potatoes to you (Americans love YouTube!) but is extraordinary considering Ethiopia only has around 50 million people. Don’t have time to watch all of them? You can watch one of his latest hits below or listen to some of his best-known songs like Awetu Beza by clicking here .

The Modern Era

Ethiopia’s Hottest Music Videos and MP3s

Ethiopian music exploded onto Western audiences when singer Teddy Afro released his hit single Abet in 2008. This was no surprise, as Ethiopians have long enjoyed some of Africa’s richest musical traditions. The country is renowned for its ancient cultural heritage, which includes playing instruments like drums, flutes, and tambourines; Ethiopian music in its modern incarnation has expanded to include drums played with wooden sticks, electric guitars, synthesizers, horns and trumpets.

Where to Start?

As of 2011, Ethiopian music has been making a comeback. Artists like Teddy Afro are gaining a tremendous following in Ethiopia, even as they begin to see wider success on a global scale. If you’re new to Ethiopian music, or just want some suggestions for where to start, here are five of my favourite songs and videos from popular Ethiopian artists. Enjoy! -Teddy Afro, who is also Ethiopian, was recently featured on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine

-Teddy Afro takes elements from American hip hop and R&B
-In 2007 he released his first album In the World According to Teddy: Half Smile
-Many of his singles have become household favorites among Ethiopians across the world
-It would be hard not to know Alkalayekma (When I Wake Up)

Video Streaming Sites for Music Videos and Mp3 Songs

Ever since Youtube was blocked in Ethiopia, music lovers have been forced to seek out new platforms. Luckily, a lot of Ethiopian music is available on Youtube, as well as other sites like Dailymotion or Vimeo. Here are some great Ethiopian music video streaming sites

Ethiopia’s Hottest Music Videos and MP3s