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Daudi Kabaka

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Daudi Kabaka Masika was a Kenyan musician and composer. He recorded his first composition, "Nie Kabaka Naimba," at age 14, and continued his career as a musician, attending a music conservatory in the late '60s. In 1972, he co-founded his production company, African Eagles Recording. Kabaka received numerous accolades, including "Kenyan Cultural Ambassador" and the Distinguished Service Award from Kenyatta University. He passed away in 2001, leaving behind a legacy of musical contributions to Kenya.

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The VEry Best of Daudi Kabaka1982 • AlbumTracks: 17

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