Eddy Okonta

Edwin Chukwuemeka Okonta was a Nigerian highlife musician who was prominent in the highlife scene during the late 1950s and the 60s. Prior to branching out on his own, he was an apprentice under Sammy Akapabot and later played with Bobby Benson's band.[1]

Eddy Okonta
Birth nameEdwin Chukwuemeka Okonta
Born1935
GenresHighlife
Occupation(s)Bandleader, musician
InstrumentsTrumpet
Years active1950-1997
LabelsEkimogun
Associated actsBobby Benson, Sammy Akpabot, Funso Adeolu

Discography

Singles

  • "Otanjele" (Sweet Banana)
  • "Asili"
  • "Oriwo"
  • "Kelewele"
  • "Anyidi"
  • "Ejenelulo"
  • "Okokoko"
  • Abele
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References

  1. "Remembering Eddy Okonta, the Obi of trumpet". Benson Idonije. Retrieved January 21, 2016.
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