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Songwriter
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Bellist
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Shekere Player

Bio

Guy Warren of Ghana, born in 1923 and passed away in 2008, was a renowned Ghanaian musician and cultural icon. He was popularly known as Kofi Ghanaba and was known for his exceptional skill in African drums and his unique blend of traditional African rhythms with Western jazz and blues. Warren was a pioneer of Afro-jazz music, and his innovative style inspired many musicians worldwide. He began his music career in Ghana with the Tempos dance band and later traveled to the United States where he played with jazz legends such as Charlie Parker, Max Roach, and Miles Davis. Apart from his music career, he was also an accomplished writer and visual artist. Warren's contribution to music and art remains celebrated.

Discography

Albums6
Milestones of Jazz Legends: Jazz Around the World, Vol. 6
Milestones of Jazz Legends: Jazz Around the World, Vol. 6
2017 • AlbumTracks: 17
The Divine Drummer
The Divine Drummer
2002 • albumTracks: 15
Kpm 1000 Series Native Africa 2
Kpm 1000 Series Native Africa 2
1969 • AlbumTracks: 15
Kpm 1000 Series Native Africa 1
Kpm 1000 Series Native Africa 1
1968 • AlbumTracks: 18
Emergent Drums
Emergent Drums
1963 • albumTracks: 8
African Rhythms
African Rhythms
1962 • AlbumTracks: 6

Label

Record Label associated with Guy Warren of Ghana - past and current.