Hear In Portland: Amine Drops New Album and PDX Live is Back!
Briefly

Aminé's sixth studio album, 13 Months of Sunshine, was released on May 16, showcasing his signature upbeat and effervescent rap style. The album reflects his Ethiopian roots, with the opener 'New Flower!' featuring Leon Thomas, symbolizing new beginnings. The cover art captures a bohemian vibe, featuring Aminé on a couch with a sloth. Additionally, tracks like 'Familiar' celebrate his culture, while the overall tone is a vibrant tribute to sunny days, perfect for summer vibes.
The capital of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, literally means 'new flower' in Amharic. The final lines of the opener set the perfect tone for the rest of the album.
Aminé appears on the cover sharing a couch with a sloth, sporting a perfectly LA-bohemian aesthetic.
As a whole, the album feels like a love letter to Ethiopia, locking in Aminé's penchant for sunny weather music.
On May 16, the hometown hero dropped his sixth studio album, 13 Months of Sunshine, following 2023's KAYTRAMINÉ, his joint album with Kaytranada.
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