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Mulatu Astatke
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h hunt
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Hailu Mergia
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Abdullah Ibrahim
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Alabaster Deplume
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Mahmoud Ahmed
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The Vernon Spring
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Sam Beste is in The Vernon Spring - a happening which provides him with a means to explore sound and song through layered pianos, stripped-… read moreSam Beste is in The Vernon Spring - a happening which provides him with a means to explore sound and song through layered pianos, stripped-back beats and studio experimentation. This solo adventure comes after many years of producing rec… read moreSam Beste is in The Vernon Spring - a happening which provides him with a means to explore sound and song through layered pianos, stripped-back beats and studio experimentation. This solo adventure comes after many years of producing records with his band Hejira, soulstress Tawiah, string duo Fra… read more -
Gétatchèw Mèkurya
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Yusef Lateef
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