Theljon Allen Quintet
Theljon Allen - trumpet
Salem Mattaniah Kamalu - keys
Lester Wallace - drums
Mike Saunders - Bass
Derrick Michaels - sax
The Deep Light
Julian Brezon - Tenor Sax
Theljon Allen - Trumpet
Christian Hizon - Trombone
Savino Palumbo - Keyboard
Mikel Combs - Bass
Allen Bernard Branch - Drums
Anbessa Orchestra
"New York City's premier Ethiopian Funk group, Anbessa Orchestra has been captivating audiences in venues of all sizes with their unique blend of 60's-70's Ethiopian music influences and their own original materials. The 7- piece band is a staple in New York's rich groove scene and has supported major Ethiopian muic acts such as the legendary Hailu Mergia. The band is also featured on "Beyond Addis Vol. @" alongside music from Daptone Records founder Gabe Roth and many more prominent artists."