Okyerema Asante
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Okyerema Asante is a master drummer. Born in Ghana, he is famous for performing all parts of a traditional five-person drum group by himself. He attaches percussion instruments to various parts of his body and simultaneously plays drums, a balafon, and many other instruments. He uses as many as 85 instruments in one performance. Coming from a family of drummers, Asante is an expert of traditional Ghanaian talking drums.[1] Asante is also known for playing with Paul Simon on his Graceland album.[2]
Albums
- Ohene Kesee A Ebin
- Crabs in a Bucket
- Bringing The Flame Home: From Havana to Africa (with Benito Gonzalez).
References
- ^ Stonash, Amponsah (19 September 2014). "All Roads lead to Philadelphia on Saturday". Ghana Web. Retrieved 16 June 2016.
- ^ "Great Performances: Paul Simon's Graceland Journey". KPBS Public Broadcasting. 12 August 2013. Retrieved 16 June 2016.
External links
- Okyerema Asante discography at Discogs
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