An Ibex Band Special

A special two-part broadcast celebrating one of Ethiopia’s most influential and unsung musical collectives: The I-Bex Band - the group that helped shape the sound of a generation and laid the groundwork for the iconic Roha Band. Featuring a rare interview with core members Giovanni Rico and Selam Seyoum Woldemariam, offering a unique glimpse into their lives and legacy as they discuss the creation of their 1976 album Stereo Instrumental Music and its lasting influence. The broadcast also includes a deep dive into their finest work during the later years of the legendary Roha Band.