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Dr. Orlando Owoh

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Bio

Stephen Oladipupo Owomoyela, also known as Dr. Orlando Owoh and the "King of Toye," was a famous highlife singer in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. He learned carpentry but pursued music, playing bongos with The Fakunle Major Band before forming his own band and releasing "Oriki Ilu Oke" to critical acclaim. His music style, "Toye," emphasizes voice, guitar, percussion, and lyrics over horns. Owoh released over 40 LPs and gained international recognition, touring the UK and US.

Discography

Albums²

Money for hand back for ground2014 • AlbumTracks: 2

Omo YorubaNaN • AlbumTracks: 5

EPs¹

Dr. Ganja;s Polytonality Blues.2019 • epTracks: 4

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Record Label associated with Dr. Orlando Owoh - past and current.

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