Osayomore Joseph
Amb Osayomore Joseph | |
|---|---|
| Born | 29 October 1952 Ugha village near Benin City, Nigeria |
| Died | 11 June 2022 (aged 69) University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Nigeria |
| Genres | Folk, World, & Country |
| Occupations | Musician |
| Years active | 1970–2022 |
| Labels | Sonny Records (2), Utosco Audio & Video Centre, Sonnidisk Records |
Osayomore Joseph (29 October 1952 – 11 June 2022) was a Nigerian musician who was one of the early pioneers of African popular Highlife music,[1] known for his anti-corruption and government critical lyrics.
Career
Osayomore Joseph was born in Ugha village near Benin City, Nigeria, on 29 October 1952.[2] He started his music career in the Nigerian Army Band during the 1970s.
Death
Osayomore Joseph died at University of Benin Teaching Hospital in Nigeria as a result of stroke.[3]
Discography
| Albums | Label | |
| Forever (Cass, Album)[4] | Utosco Audio & Video Centre | UAVC 063 |
| My Name Is Money (LP)[5] | Sonny Records (2) | SOR 004 |
| Fire On The Mountain (LP, Album)[6] | Sonnidisk Records | SDR 030 |
References
- ^ "Yinka Farinde Honours Prominent Benin Musician, Osayomore Joseph In Canada". National Insight. 2 November 2019. Retrieved 2 November 2019.
- ^ "Osayomore Joseph, One Of Nigeria's Music Legends Is Dead". independent.ng. 11 June 2022. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
- ^ "How music legend, Osayomore Joseph died – Son". Vanguard News. 12 June 2022. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
- ^ "Osayomore Joseph". Discogs. Retrieved 20 June 2022.
- ^ "Osayomore Joseph". Discogs. Retrieved 20 June 2022.
- ^ "Osayomore Joseph". Discogs. Retrieved 20 June 2022.
External links
- Osayomore and the creative 7 at Allmusic.com
- Osayomore Joseph Discography