Yene Mircha
by Hailu Mergia
Metascore
74

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
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  1. The Guardian
    Apr 10, 2020
    80
    It is precisely this sometimes kitsch mix of genres that makes Mergia’s music so endearing and uplifting. His right hand on a melody is unmistakable, and on Yene Mircha he lives up to its title, carving out a thoroughly idiosyncratic perspective.
  2. Pitchfork
    Apr 10, 2020
    78
    Mergia’s power to transfix seems to grow with the more collaborators he has, and their addition does not detract from his resolute sound.
  3. Uncut
    Apr 10, 2020
    70
    The most rewarding moments, though comes on those tracks which retain a more authentic Ethiopiques mystery. [May 2020, p.31]
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  5. Mojo
    Apr 10, 2020
    60
    Slightly frustratingly, similar changeability [as 2018's Lala Belu] prevails here. [May 2020, p.86]
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