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December 26, 2019
Tommy T wrote a great song. Then he convinced one of his heroes to sing it .
Thomas “Tommy T” Gobena had all the pieces of a terrific song. He had a fistful of intricate melodies, inspired by Ethiopian folk music and shimmering like rare jewels. There was a thick reggae pulse — a thump masquerading ... Read More »
November 20, 2014
Prolific Bass Player: Thomas “Tommy T” Gobena
Ethiopian-born Thomas “Tommy T” Gobena is a prolific bass player and producer residing in the Washington, D.C. area. Having spent his childhood in Addis-Ababa, for over 25 years home has been the U.S. Although, in the past 8 years, ... Read More »
January 31, 2010
Album: Tommy T, The Prester John Sessions (Easy Star)
Gogol Bordello bassist Thomas Gobena celebrates his Ethiopian heritage on a skanking mixture of old-school rocker’s reggae and Ethiopiques-style jazz and funk, with his Abyssinia Roots Collective joined by guest artists including singer Gigi and massinquo fiddle-player Setegne Satenaw.It’s ... Read More »