Jano (band)
Jano | |
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Jano, Addis Ababa , Ethiopia |
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General information | |
origin | Addis Ababa , Ethiopia |
Genre (s) | Alternative rock |
founding | 2011 |
Website | www.janoband.com |
Founding members | |
Haleluya | |
Fifi | |
Dibe | |
Wajo | |
Michael Hailu | |
Mr. G | |
Johnny | |
Eddi |
Jano is a rock band from Addis Ababa , Ethiopia .
style
The band's music is a mix of traditional Ethiopian and Somali melodies , supported by solid bass , Metal - guitar and electronic rock 'n' roll .
composition
The band consists of four singers and six other band members. The band members were born and raised in Ethiopia. The founder of the band is Addis Gassesse.
Publications
In January 2012 "Trio Entertainment Plc" and "Rock The World Music" released Jano's debut album Ertale , which is named after the Erta Ale volcano in northeast Ethiopia. The album was produced by producer and musician Bill Laswell .
Concerts
- July 4, 2013: at the historic Howard Theater in Washington, DC
- August 6, 2013: at SOB in New York City
- August 19, 2013: at Harlem Ginny's Supper Club
- September 1, 2013: in Atlanta
- September 7, 2013: in Los Angeles
- September 10, 2013: in Las Vegas
- September 14, 2013: in the Bay Area
Discography
Albums
- January 2012: Ertale
- February 2018: Leraseh New
Singles
- December 13, 2012: Ayrak
- March 30, 2013: Mariye
Web links
- Jano at Discogs (English)
- Official website