Olatunji
Drums Of Passion
Label: Music On Vinyl
Genre: Freestyle / Nu Jazz / Funk / Afro
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Olatunji was a drummer, social activist and musician, born in Ajindo, Nigeria. In this album he has recaptured some of his early impressions in his drum beats and giving them new zest. The African drum rhythms are not only musical melodies and songs but also ways of communication.
For instance, the first track "Akiwowo" was the name of a train conductor who shouted his humorous cry against the fading rhythm of the freight train. "Baba Jinde" is a dance play and the title track "Gin-Go-Lo-Ba" was sampled by many contemporary artists (Santana and Fatboy Slim amongst others) and covered in 1979 by latin jazz/percussionist Candido for his disco chart smash "Jingo".