Eritrea has nine officially recognized ethnic groups, and music for all of them, whether traditional, religious, or contemporary, is a fundamental part of their culture. Eritrea has a long and rich music tradition, and its music is very diverse, having a variety of musical instruments, types of singing and dancing.

Ethiopia has a long and rich musical tradition, and as a nation of over 80 different ethnic groups, its music is diverse. Music, whether traditional, religious, or contemporary, is a fundamental part of its culture.