Name: Mot Aykerim (You Can't Cheat Death)
Brand: Ayalew Mesfin

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NA5205CLP

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Limited edition

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2023-09-22

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706091204760

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Red LP

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Ayalew Mesfin

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African

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Now Again Records

Ayalew Mesfin is a renowned Ethiopian artist known for his contributions to the music industry. With a career spanning several decades, he has established himself as one of the most influential musicians in Ethiopia. His unique style blends traditional Ethiopian sounds with modern elements, creating a captivating and distinct sound.

Similar to artists such as Samuel Belay, Bezuayene Zegeye, and Muluqèn Mèllèssè, Ayalew Mesfin's music resonates with audiences across generations. His soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics have made him a favorite among fans of Ethiopian music.

Throughout his career, Ayalew Mesfin has collaborated with notable performers including Girma Bèyènè, Tsehaytu Beraki, and Tekle Tesfa-ezghi. Together, they have created timeless classics that continue to be celebrated by music enthusiasts worldwide.

Now Again Records was launched in 2002 by Egon as a subsidiary of Stones Throw Records. With a rich catalogue of 60s & 70s soul & funk, as well as some essential new projects, the label has become a go-to destination for music lovers. In 2012, Now Again Records became independent and secured distribution from various partners including Traffic Entertainment Group.

The label's founder, Egon, has always had an ear for exceptional music. His passion for digging deep into the crates and unearthing hidden gems is evident in the carefully curated releases on Now Again Records. From rare soul and funk classics to groundbreaking contemporary projects, the label consistently delivers quality music that resonates with listeners.

With its dedication to preserving and celebrating the legacy of soul and funk music from the past while also pushing boundaries with innovative new sounds, Now Again Records has earned a reputation as a trusted source for both collectors and casual fans alike. Whether you're seeking timeless classics or exciting new discoveries, this label is sure to have something that will captivate your ears.

Ayalew Mesfin stands aside the likes of Mulatu Astake, Mahmoud Ahmed, Hailu Mergia and Alemayehu Eshete as a legend of 1970s Ethiopia. Mesfin’s music is some of the funkiest to arise from this unconquerable East African nation. Mesfin’s recording career, captured in nearly two dozen 7” singles and numerous reel-to-reel tapes, shows the strata of the most fertile decade in Ethiopia’s 20th century recording industry, when records were pressed constantly by both independent upstarts and corporate behemoths, even if they were only distributed within the confines of this East African nation. Though Mesfin was forced underground by the Derg regime that took control of Ethiopia in 1974, he has returned almost 50 years later with this triumphant set albums – the first time that his music has been presented in this form. These albums give us a chance to discover a rare and beautiful moment in music history, in anthologies built from Mesfin’s uber-rare 7” single releases and from previously unreleased recordings taken from master tapes. Mot Aykerim gives us a chance to discover a rare and beautiful moment in music history, in an anthology built from his uber-rare 7” single releases. Contains an oversized 11” x 11” 16 page book that tells the story of modern Ethiopian music and Mesfin’s role within it. 

Mot Aykerim (You Can't Cheat Death)

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