Today’s video of the day is uKanDanZ – "War Pigs" released in 2025.
The band uKanDanZ has returned in 2025 with a bold new video for their cover of “War Pigs.” This track appears on their sixth album, Evil Plan = የክፋት እቅድ, released on April 18, 2025. Known for mixing Ethiopian music with noise rock, uKanDanZ brings a powerful twist to the Black Sabbath classic. They perform “War Pigs” entirely in Amharic, Ethiopia’s national language. Vocalist Asnake Gebreyes channels early Ozzy Osbourne with intense delivery. Saxophonist Lionel Martin replaces Tony Iommi’s guitar with searing horn lines. The result is both surprising and electrifying.
Formed in 2010, uKanDanZ is a French band rooted in Ethio-jazz. Their sound blends jazz, punk, and traditional Ethiopian music. Asnake Gebreyes has led the group’s voice and spirit since the start. Guitarist Damien Cluzel drives the band’s electric edge. Over the years, they have carved out a unique space in global music. Their latest album Evil Plan = የክፋት እቅድ explores new sonic worlds. It opens with a blast, covering Tlahoun Gèssèssè’s “Yene Felagote.” The band then shifts into deeper territory with “War Pigs.” Covering a rock anthem in Amharic is a first for them. It marks a daring fusion of cultures and genres.
This cover also carries meaning. Ethiopia has faced ongoing conflict since 2020. Singing “War Pigs” in Amharic turns the song into a timely protest. The rest of the album blends tributes to late Ethiopian legends with wild instrumental pieces. “Liwesdeshe Andiken” and “Hedech Alu” honor the past. Tracks like “4 Against the Odds” and “Song for Francis” showcase the band’s tight chemistry. Compared to past albums, Evil Plan pushes further into experimentation. It holds true to the band’s roots while breaking new ground. The mix of reverence and rebellion remains their signature. The “War Pigs” video is more than a cover. It’s a bold statement from a band that thrives on fearless reinvention. With this release, uKanDanZ proves again that they are reshaping what global music can be.
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