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Alex Konadu
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Alex Konadu is a Ghanaian Highlife musician and band leader of "the Sweet Beans" . He is considered a music legend and one of the leading artists in the Highlife genre, a style of music that originated in Ghana. Konadu is known for his smooth vocals and his ability to blend traditional and modern elements in his music. He began his music career in the 1970s and has released several albums, including "Twist" and "Bosome."
Discography
Albums3
Adinkra Vol 2
Adinkra Vol 22015 • AlbumTracks: 13
Adinkra Vol 1
Adinkra Vol 12015 • AlbumTracks: 14
One Man Thousand
One Man Thousand2006 • AlbumTracks: 7
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