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Looped: Ethio Cali

Looped is an audio & visual journey through the eyes of KCRW DJ Anthony Valadez. Explore the streets, beats and meet the people who make it happen. — Ethio Cali is…

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By Tyler Hale • Jul 11, 2017 • 1 min read

Looped is an audio & visual journey through the eyes of KCRW DJ Anthony Valadez. Explore the streets, beats and meet the people who make it happen.

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Ethio Cali is a Los Angeles based band inspired by the sounds of Ethiopia (and other African countries). Many of the members consist of musicians who regularly back Kendrick Lamar, Kelis, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, and other KCRW favorites. Long a staple of the LA nightlife scene, let’s get to know this dynamic collective.

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    Tyler Hale

    Digital Music Editor

    Music News