5 Things to Know About the Éthiopiques Series

Francis Falceto compiled and produced the entire Éthiopiques series. He is a Paris-based world music specialist.

The series focuses on Ethiopian music from the 1960s and 1970s. It documents a golden age of modern Ethiopian pop and jazz.

Falceto spent years researching and collecting rare recordings. He tracked down master tapes and original vinyl in Ethiopia and abroad.

The series revived interest in Ethiopian music worldwide. It introduced artists like Mulatu Astatke and Mahmoud Ahmed to new audiences.

Each volume highlights a different artist, genre, or era. The series now includes over 30 volumes, covering diverse styles from traditional to funk.