***UPDATED 2009***
Renowned Ethiopian born Minneapolis bassist Yohannes Tona has released his first full length recording on November 1st 2007.
TO PURCHASE his Debut CD
http://cdbaby.com/cd/yohannestona
Thank you
The CD includes ten original compositions from Tona as well as contemporary funk/jazz versions of Miles Davis So What and John Coltranes Naima. Tona refers to his music as Afrofunkjazz which perfectly describes the melding of his influences that forms his sound.
Sand from the Desert features Tonas live band as well as contributions from many artists that Tona performs with; look for guest appearances from Mint Conditions Stokely Williams, fiery Cuban pianist Nachito Herrera, trumpeter Dave Jensen, Peruvian guitarist Andres Prado, vocalists Wanaku and Aimee Bryant, and gospel group Darnell Davis and the Remnant.
Grammy award winning Yellowjackets bassist Jimmy Haslip had this to say about Sand from the Desert If you're looking for something GROOVY to listen to - CHECK THIS OUT!. Haslip also provided help mastering the recording in Los Angeles.
╝Comments from previous upload╝
djEssatu (10 months ago) : I got the cd, Yohannes Tona is an incredible bass player, he's the best Ethiopian musician living. No one can come close to this cat...his bass playing skills are up there with the best in the world. His musical writings are as good as his playing or perhaps better. Buy the album if are a serious Ethiopian music fan or Jazz fan, trust u r going to love it.
Essatu maonegn (9 months ago) : good job jhonny, I know you starting from back home.
bewnet (9 months ago) : Heads up, hats off to the best Ethipian Jazz musician. Johnny, I love your album. It's a great blend of African, Funk and Jazz.
Samfra1 (9 months ago) : No doubt my man is sick!!
12maks (9 months ago) : for those reading this from Ethiopia sick=is another way of saying YT is Great
70steps2nazretskuul (1 month ago) : hahah lol yeah nice way of puutin it ...cuz i think some of the ppl in north america wouldnt even know tht and they've lived here like 30 years
aadeba (9 months ago) : Yohannes is a bass genius. I have seen him live and he is amazing. His Afro-Funk-Jazz style is new it is a unique sound. The new CD best expresses what it is all about. A little bit of Latin, Afro, Jazz, Funk and Ethiopian fusion in perfect harmony with each other. Well done Yohannes.
Chov3xani (8 months ago) : my qonjo friend! Yohannes, lenee tiliq kibir new! THIS GUY'S A LEGEND!!! haha, tadyess, Essatu? :)
djEssatu (3 months ago) : tadyas? maan li bel?
kaleb25 (3 months ago) : Good job Mr. Tona I am a big time fan of u. I want to buy your cd but don't where to find it. Would u be kind enough to let me know where to find it plzzzz.
70steps2nazretskuul (1 month ago) : what stores is he partners with that manufacture for him cuz does his cd sell in canada other than toronto?? imma a fan and wondern where i can buy it
12maks (2 weeks ago) : CD BABY is the place where you can purchase his CD... Thanks for your support
70steps2nazretskuul (2 weeks ago) : yeah thnks and np
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Track #3 from the debut CD Sand from the Desert by Yohannes Tonaby 12maks1,456 views
i like your album much also i like ur first work that you compose for beti
kassuahun 1 year ago