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Tatalo Alamu
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Alamu Atatalo, was a well-known pioneer of sekere music, a traditional Yoruba music style that has its roots in Nigeria, He became well-known in Yorubaland in the 1950s and 1960s as a result of his distinctive musical taste and engaging performances. Alhaji Dauda and Atatalo's rendition of sekere music were the two main musical influences at parties in Ibadan. Despite his difficulties, Atatalo made a substantial contribution to the growth of Yoruba music, and his legacy has continued to influence musicians.
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Albums4
Belejayan
Belejayan2018 • AlbumTracks: 2
Dundun and Sekere
Dundun and Sekere2018 • AlbumTracks: 2
Tatalo Alamu
Tatalo Alamu2018 • AlbumTracks: 11
Ori Lelejo
Ori LelejoNaN • AlbumTracks: 11
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