King Ayisoba

King Ayisoba born Albert Apoozore[1] (c. 1974)[2] is a Ghanaian traditional musician known for his unique style of music alongside the kologo.[3][4]

King Ayisoba
King Ayisoba at Eurockéennes 2015
Background information
Birth nameAlbert Apoozore
BornBongo Soe
Years active2005–present

Early life

Ayisoba was born in Bongo Soe in the Upper East Region of Ghana.[2]

Career

He used to play and sing along with the late Terry Bonchaka, before Terry's death.[2][3]

Discography

Studio albums
  • 2006: Modern Ghanaians[5][6]
  • 2008: Africa
  • 2012: Don't Do The Bad Thing
  • 2014: Wicked Leaders

Awards
Year Event Prize Result Reference
2007 Ghana Music Awards Song of the Year Won [3]
Traditional Song of the Year Won

See also

References
  1. "My Song Is Not For Prez Mahama -King Ayisoba - The Chronicle - Ghana News". 22 April 2015.
  2. "King Ayisoba". Retrieved 4 August 2016.
  3. "King Ayisoba Profile:". Retrieved 4 August 2016.
  4. Myjoyonline.com. "Ghana News - King Ayisoba readies for Batakari Night on January 30".
  5. Lusk, Jon. "BBC - Music - Review of Various Artists - Black Stars: Ghana's Hiplife Generation".
  6. "King Ayisoba".


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