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Tony Allen (musician)
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Tony Oladipo Allen was a Nigerian drummer, composer, and a songwriter. Allen was the drummer and musical director of Fela Kuti's band Africa '70 from 1968 to 1979, and was one of the founders of the Afrobeat genre.
Quotes
"I never wanted to copy anybody. I wanted to find my own style."00!"
"Music is a universal language."
"Afrobeat is not just music; it's a way of life."
"When I'm in a happy mood playing, you can hear me like six drummers. On some days it could be 100"
External Links
Wikipedia Article