Aster Aweke

About Aster Aweke

Aster Aweke is one of Ethiopia's most successful and internationally recognized singers, often called the Aretha Franklin of Ethiopia for her powerful, melismatic voice. After beginning in the Addis Ababa clubs, she settled in the United States and released the acclaimed album Aster, which brought her a global audience. Blending Ethiopian melody with jazz and soul phrasing, she has remained a beloved icon across five decades.