Dr. Orlando Owoh 's 1975 album (often associated with the track Iyawo Olele ) is a landmark release in Nigerian Highlife history. Leading his Omimah Band , Owoh showcased his signature "Kennery" sound—a rootsy, guitar-driven fusion of Highlife and traditional Yoruba storytelling. Album Profile: Ero Ki Yeye Mi
and "Omiye Lala" : Tracks that emphasize social values and the importance of family. Musical Themes & Style Dr. ORLANDO OWOH - ERO KI YEYE MI (IYAWO OLELE ALBUM)
Originally released in through the Decca label, the album remains a nostalgic staple of the era. It is celebrated for its "full and warm" production, characterized by Owoh’s raw, gravelly vocals and an almost "drunken," hypnotic Highlife rhythm. Key Tracks: characterized by Owoh’s raw
Dr. Orlando Owoh 's 1975 album (often associated with the track Iyawo Olele ) is a landmark release in Nigerian Highlife history. Leading his Omimah Band , Owoh showcased his signature "Kennery" sound—a rootsy, guitar-driven fusion of Highlife and traditional Yoruba storytelling. Album Profile: Ero Ki Yeye Mi
and "Omiye Lala" : Tracks that emphasize social values and the importance of family. Musical Themes & Style
Originally released in through the Decca label, the album remains a nostalgic staple of the era. It is celebrated for its "full and warm" production, characterized by Owoh’s raw, gravelly vocals and an almost "drunken," hypnotic Highlife rhythm. Key Tracks:
