Chief Brigadier Olu Oni & His Marathon System - Juju Marathon System Vol.1

A  traditional form of Nigerian popular music, Juju spreads from the ancient Yoruba percussion style and its first recordings can be dated back to the 1920s. Taking its name from the shamanic rituals of the southwestern regions, Juju evolved into a very popular musical genre in the 60s and 70s when artists of the calibre of King Sunny Ade and Ebenezer Obey (aka Chief Commander) took it to a new apex, blending traditional instruments - like the talking drum – with elements of western music, such as the guitar pedal and other modernizations. Chief Brigadier Olu Oni adds to this extremely popular genre a hint of international elements, and this record has brought Juju beyond West Africa and into the rest of the world.Tracks – Side A: 1.Alagbami Ni Jesu 2. Asotobari Ni Korafo Omo Re 3. Omo Alade Ngesin 4. Odun Ton Mi Ti Wa Side B: 1.Irawo Mole Ye Ye 2. Irepo Lotokafi Mabaralo 3. Ogodo To Fefe Ni Sesin Nko 4. Oni Inu Ole Odun

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