Artist Info: Kayode Olajide

Kayode Olajide,a Nigeria-born music composer,arranger and performer established a unique and fresh fusion between authentic deep rooted African rhythms (extracted from his Yoruba music culture) and western forms,majorly jazz.The result is a powerful sound showcasing African polyrhythms and strong,lovely melodies.

His deep,intense,calm but lively personality often reflects in his compositions.Olajide was raised in a culture (Yoruba,Nigeria) where traditional drums are a part of daily live and heard everywhere,all occasions. [read more...]