On The Town
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Ebenezer Obey was one of Nigeria's greatest highlife musicians, and this 1970 Decca release captures him and his International Brothers at a creative peak. Highlife music—blending traditional African rhythms, Western instruments, and sophisticated arrangements—reached extraordinary heights in Obey's hands. This record showcases his gift for melody, his band's tight ensemble playing, and the particular character that made Nigerian highlife so influential. It's both historically significant and genuinely joyful to listen to. Original pressings of classic African releases have become increasingly difficult to find and valued by collectors, making this both a cultural document and a rare piece of vinyl history.
Item Details+
| Genre | Folk, World, and Country |
| Style | African, Highlife, Yoruba |
| Media | Very Good Plus (VG+) |
| Sleeve | Very Good Plus (VG+) |
| Description | SOC. Carefully packed and shipped with love from Vienna. Order more, save on shipping! |
| Label | Decca |
| Year | 1970 |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Format | LP |
Tracklist+
A1. Lagos State
A2. Ekiti
A3. Ife
A4. A Omo Enia Luware O
A5. Davies/Adebayo
B1. Adupe Baba
B2. Akunle
B3. Tonny Anny
B4. Ajoyio
B5. Ore Mi Maje Aja
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