Koysha Seta
Ethiopian singer
About Koysha Seta
Lived 1971 – 2018 (aged 46).
Career In 1984, the music on cassette that was made public by the Ethio Music House introduced the music and culture of the people of Wolayita. Koysha was a master of its cultural music. His most well-known song was "AYE Esis abo, Haya wola lomite". Koysha was the first musician from Wolaita to release an album. Koysha was known not only for his music but also for his dances on the stage, which he dances in times of sorrow and joy.
He was trying to release an album of new music and promote his work to the public before his death.
Discography Albums Bali Helele (1985)
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Who was Koysha Seta?
Ethiopian singer
When was Koysha Seta born?
Koysha Seta was born on 3 July 1971 in Damot Gale, Ethiopian Empire, Shewa, Southern Nations, Nationalities, and People's Region.
When did Koysha Seta die?
Koysha Seta died on 14 May 2018 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
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