Nigerian singer and songwriter, Adekunle Kosoko, popularly known as Adekunle Gold, is set to co-produce a special documentary on the evolution of Yoruba Music.
The documentary named “The Odyssey”, will trace the history and evolution of different subcultures within the music, including Were, Sakara, Apala, Juju, AfroJuju, and Fuji, among many others.
Bobo Omotayo, executive producer of the documentary, announced Adekunle Gold’s partnership with his team.
He said, “Our goal from the start has been to make a documentary that gives justice to Yoruba music by showcasing its essence. Our dedication to genuine and diverse storytelling is strengthened by Adekunle Gold’s addition to our team.”
Similarly, Abba Makama, Director of the documentary said the singer’s addition to the crew adds a new dynamic layer to the story.
According to him, “working with these producers, each with their backgrounds and perspectives has enlivened the creative process. We’ve already captured some incredibly fascinating interviews, and Adekunle Gold’s involvement adds a new dynamic layer to the story.”
Adekunle Gold, on his part, described the documentary as an opportunity to showcase the history of the Nigerian music industry.
“This documentary is more than simply another project; it’s an opportunity to highlight the history of a sound that has shaped and will continue to shape music culture around the world. Working with the rest of the team, I can’t wait to bring this story to life with authenticity, energy, and enthusiasm,” he said.
Currently in production, the documentary is poised to take viewers on an illuminating journey through the history of Yoruba music, its cultural significance, and its impact on Afrobeats.
It features some of Nigeria’s most revered music historians, academics, chart-topping artists, music legends, iconic producers, record label owners, and music journalists, both past and present.
