Aquarium Drunkard

Tilaye’s Saxophone With The Dahlak Band ((የጥላዬ ሳክስ ከዳህላክ ባንድ ጋር))

Tilaye Gebre’s saxophone performance with the Dahlak Band, recorded in the late 1970s, was captured in a single‑take, single‑mic live session at Addis Ababa’s Ghion Hotel. The nine‑track album delivers a slow‑burning, groove‑centric sound that feels both nocturnal and bright, despite its lo‑fi, stripped‑down texture. Critics note a telepathic cohesion among the musicians, creating a grizzled yet immersive listening experience. The release, highlighted by Aquarium Drunkard, brings this obscure Ethiopian jazz gem back into contemporary awareness.