Solomon Ilori
Nigerian drummer and percussionist
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| Genres | Highlife |
| Occupation(s) | Bandleader, composer, percussionist, choreographer and dancer |
| Instrument(s) | African drums, including talking drum, pennywhistle, guitar |
| Years active | 1958-present |
| Labels | Blue Note |
Musical artist
Solomon Gbadegesin Ilori (born c. 1934) is a Nigerian drummer and percussionist who moved to New York City in 1958 and collaborated with jazz artists such as Art Blakey and Harry Belafonte before recording his debut album for Blue Note Records in 1963.[1]
Biography
Solomon Gbadegesin Ilori was born in Nigeria into a musical family, and as a child learned to play the drums, guitar and flute.[2] He moved to the US in 1958.
Discography
As leader
- African High Life (Blue Note, 1963)
As sideman
With Art Blakey
- The African Beat (Blue Note, 1962)
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