Who Are Dawit Eklund’s Parents? Inside the Family Roots of Malia Obama’s Rumored Partner
By Alexander Ross
Instead of taking the Foreign Service exam, Dawit turned toward sound production. Alongside collaborators Joyce Lim and Sami Yenigun, he co-founded 1432 R, an independent boutique label based in Washington DC.
Operating out of an apartment space, the label earned critical praise from outlets like Resident Advisor and The Fader. The label's signature sound relies directly on Dawit’s upbringing. He paired the microtonal modes of Ethiopian folk music with the raw, machine-driven drums of American house and techno. Track titles frequently reference Ethiopian street slang, neighborhoods, and historical touchstones, illustrating how his mother's cultural world remained his primary creative muse.
Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.
