Music Yared by Chikchika
Anbessa Gebrehiwot and Haftu Reda are masterful players of krar and masinko, traditional string instruments from Eritrea and Ethiopia. Now based in Melbourne, Australia, the pair collaborate with producer and multi-instrumentalist Dale Gorfinkel to create an innovative sound that celebrates their East African culture. The five recordings collected here range from modern takes on folk songs to new, original compositions, with Anbessa’s strong vocal presence a perfect match to Haftu’s sweet lyrical modesty.
Tracklist
| 1. | Ambassal | 11:52 |
| 2. | Sindayo | 9:00 |
| 3. | Ruhus Gama | 4:38 |
| 4. | Kabsamai | 5:36 |
| 5. | Alena | 5:10 |
Credits
Anbessa Gebrehiwot - vocal (tracks 1,3 and 4), krar (all except 5), masinko (3).
Haftu Reda - vocal (tracks 2, 5), masinko (all except 3), krar (5).
Dale Gorfinkel - percussion, bass, vibraphone (3), kamele ngoni (5).
All songs written and performed by Anbessa Gebrehiwot, Haftu Reda and Dale Gorfinkel.
Recorded by Dale Gorfinkel in Melbourne, Australia.
Mixed and mastered by John Lee at Phaedra Studios in Melbourne.
License
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Chikchika sing about love, distance, separation and culture. Their songs are accompanied by the traditional instruments of krar and masinko.
The band features Haftu Reda & Anbessa Gebrehiwot with renowned Oromo singer, Mulu Baqqalaa.
Completing the band is Dale Gorfinkel on percussion and Michael McNab on drums.