Mulatu Steps Ahead

Released in 2010, this album features Mulatu Astatke blending the unique scales of his heritage with complex jazz arrangements. The compositions act as a link between the contemporary world and the traditions of the past.

By incorporating influences from Afro-Cuban and post-bop styles, the project achieves a global perspective. The prominent use of the vibraphone acts as a rhythmic guide throughout the record, highlighting the role of the composer as he navigates a smooth, transportive journey through his signature genre.