The Austin-based RnB singer-songwriter Mélat crafts seductive tracks that merge pop sounds with Ethiopian influences. She is a first generation Ethiopian-American. Her parents immigrated to the US in the 80s and, though she was born and raised in Texas, her parents always made it a point to instill the culture and language in their household. There's a strong sense of pride in every piece Mélat writes. A beautiful pride in who she is and her heritage is instilled in each and every Habesha from birth.