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Chief Inyang Henshaw And His Top Ten Aces

Chief Inyang Henshaw And His Top Ten Aces

highlife, juju

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Highlife Sounds

Highlife Sounds

A highlife collection featuring artists from Ghana and Nigeria.

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Quick Facts

Born
1972
From
Nigeria

Journey

Chief Inyang Henshaw and His Top Ten Aces, an emblematic ensemble from Nigeria, are celebrated for their contributions to Afrobeat and highlife music. Formed in the 1970s under the guidance of Chief Inyang Henshaw, the group skillfully merges rhythmic highlife and juju with influences from benga and mbaqanga, forming a unique listening experience that resonates well beyond Nigerian borders. Chief Inyang's musical journey is marked by his soulful vocals and compelling stage presence, which, along with his band, the Top Ten Aces, has captured the hearts of audiences for decades. Their critically acclaimed discography, featuring highlights like 'Efik Gold, Vol. 3' and 'Efik Gold, Vol. 7', reveals a mastery of harmonious orchestration and cultural storytelling. Each album stands as a testament to their commitment to preserving African musical traditions while innovatively engaging with contemporary sounds. The synergy of ten talented musicians, each contributing an essential piece to their complex and harmonious sound, supports Chief Inyang's compelling narratives and infectious rhythms, making the group not just performers but custodians of a musical heritage that continues to inspire and move vast audiences.

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