King Ayisoba
Ghanaian musician
King Ayisoba | |
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 King Ayisoba at Eurockéennes 2015 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Albert Apoozore |
| Born | Bongo Soe |
| Occupation(s) | musician |
| Years active | 2005–present |
Musical artist
King Ayisoba born Albert Apoozore[1] (c. 1974)[2] is a Ghanaian traditional musician known for his unique style of music alongside the kologo.[3][4]
Early life
Ayisoba was born in Bongo Soe in the Upper East Region of Ghana.[2]
Career
He used to play and sing along with the late Terry Bonchaka, before Terry's death.[2][3]
Discography
Studio albums
- 2006: Modern Ghanaians[5][6]
- 2008: Africa
- 2012: Don't Do The Bad Thing
- 2014: Wicked Leaders
- 2017: 1000 Can Die
- 2023: Work Hard[7]
Awards
| Year | Event | Prize | Result | Reference |
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| 2007 | Ghana Music Awards | Song of the Year | Won | [3] |
| Traditional Song of the Year | Won |
See also
- Batakari Festival
References
- ^ "My Song Is Not For Prez Mahama -King Ayisoba - The Chronicle - Ghana News". 22 April 2015.
- ^ a b c "King Ayisoba". Retrieved 4 August 2016.
- ^ a b c "King Ayisoba Profile:". Retrieved 4 August 2016.
- ^ Myjoyonline.com. "Ghana News - King Ayisoba readies for Batakari Night on January 30".
- ^ Lusk, Jon. "BBC - Music - Review of Various Artists - Black Stars: Ghana's Hiplife Generation".
- ^ "King Ayisoba".
- ^ David Pratt (20 February 2023). "King Ayisoba – Work Hard". Folk Radio UK. Retrieved 10 May 2023.
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