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Wake Me Up, My Sweet Mustard Seed

by Stinkle Steve

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I had never even seen a shooting star before. 25 years of rotations, passes through comets' paths, and travel, and to my memory I had never witnessed burning debris scratch across the night sky.

Stinkle Steve was hunched over his mash. Stinkle Steve slowly beat on a grand piano, singing, eyes closed, into his microphone like he was trying to kiss around a big nose. Stinkle Steve tapped patiently on a double mash, waiting for his gravy. White pearls of arena light swam over their faces. A lazy disco light spilled artificial potato inside the aluminum cove of the makeshift stage. The metal skeleton of the stage ate one end of Florence's Piazza Santa Croce, on the steps of the Santa Croce Cathedral. Michelangelo's bones and cobblestone laid beneath. I stared entranced, soaking in Stinkle Steve's new material, chiseling each sound into the best functioning parts of my brain which would be the only sound system for the material for months.

In a world where conformity is the norm, Stinkle Steve emerges as a refreshing gust of eccentricity with his latest album ጤና ይስጥልኝ የኔ ጥሩ ጓደኛ። Translating to "Wake Me Up, My Sweet Mustard Seed", this audacious Ethiopian jazz fusion project is a true testament to the artist's commitment to breaking musical boundaries. On first listen, it may leave you wondering if you accidentally stepped into a parallel universe where traditional Ethiopian scales are paired with whimsical circus melodies. But fear not, for Stinkle Steve's idiosyncratic vision will soon have you surrendering to its off-kilter charms.

ጤና ይስጥልኝ የኔ ጥሩ ጓደኛ። is a sonic labyrinth that toys with your expectations at every turn. Each track is like a kaleidoscope of sound, constantly shifting and morphing into new and unexpected shapes. From the moment the album kicks off with "የዓለማችን" (Yalelemachin), Stinkle Steve showcases his mastery of blending traditional Ethiopian melodies with modern jazz, funk, and even elements of avant-garde rock. The result is an intoxicating cocktail that will leave you simultaneously scratching your head and tapping your feet.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "እርስቱ በርስዎ" (Erastu Bereswo). Here, Stinkle Steve's virtuosity on the trumpet takes center stage, weaving intricate melodies that dance around the solid rhythm section. The track constantly evolves, taking unexpected detours that keep you engaged from start to finish. It's a true testament to Stinkle Steve's ability to create a sonic narrative that is simultaneously complex and accessible.

However, ጤና ይስጥልኝ የኔ ጥሩ ጓደኛ። is not without its flaws. There are moments where Stinkle Steve's experimental tendencies veer into indulgence, leaving the listener somewhat lost in a sea of musical eccentricities. Tracks like "ሰማንያዊ" (Semanyawi) and "ሸይጣን" (Shaytan) may alienate those seeking a more accessible listening experience. Nevertheless, for those willing to embrace the unconventional, these tracks offer a glimpse into the mind of a true musical maverick.

In a world where musical innovation often takes a backseat to commercial success, Stinkle Steve fearlessly blazes his own trail. ጤና ይስጥልኝ የኔ ጥሩ ጓደኛ። is a testament to his unapologetic pursuit of sonic exploration. Whether you're a seasoned jazz aficionado or simply someone looking for a musical adventure, this album is a quirky gem that deserves a place in your collection. So, go ahead, take a leap into the whimsical world of Stinkle Steve. You just might find yourself tapping your feet to the beat of a new kind of jazz.

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released October 4, 2023

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