"Led by a driving horn section, Afro-Zen Allstars deliver a powerful instrumental collection on Greatest Hits that evokes irresistible rhythms and danceable grooves to match their acclaimed live performances. From Ethiopia's 'Golden Age' of music (popularized by the Ethiopiques Series and groups like Debo Band) to wedding music of Rajasthan or Zimbabwe’s Chimurenga music of 'revolutionary struggle,' Afro-Zen honors a heritage of positive music through the modern arrangements of its bandleader, George M. Lowe. As a lifelong student of international music, Lowe takes the listener to a place where the sound is both rare yet familiar. On Afro-Zen Allstars’s Greatest Hits, he leads the powerhouse lineup of Hector 'Coco' Barez, percussion; Brian Cruse, Bass; John Lilley, Alto and Tenor Sax; George M. Lowe, Guitar; Scott Milstead, Drums; Chris Sclafani, Baritone Sax; Chris Vasi, Guitar; and Toby Whitaker, Trombone through highlights of their vast songbook of Ethiojazz standards and originals. ..."
Afro Zen All Stars
bandcamp (Audio)
anazon, iTunes
YouTube: Afro Zen All Stars perform 'Wu Beat'
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