Netsanet Mellesse

Originally the lead singer of Wallias Music group, of great fame within the hotels and clubs of Addis Ababa (one of many venues, rather than concert halls), Netsanet Mellesse is among the younger generation of Ethiopian singers who infuse music with influences from your Western, India, and from other areas of Africa. She’s been documented on Shanachie, notably having a track on Supporting Fifty percent the Sky.