For lovers of Juba’s music, the launch would provide the platform to reminisce on his golden voice and savour his music altogether. For instance, some of his popular tunes are Asiko Laiye and Magbagbe Mi, which took Nigerian musical scene by storm and enjoyed air play in the late 70s.
Juba, who died in a mysterious circumstance on December 9, 1976, was a household name in the highlife circles. He was also favourite of party goers.
Commenting on his works, music critic, Benson Idonije, said: " The popularity and the acceptance of Crosdale’s Modibodo’s music could be measured by the surging crowd that took to the dancing floor each time Juba crept towards the microphone to sing. With trumpet in hand, he sang with a guttural, glossy voice as he produced modern jazz sounds reminiscent of Mike Falana. His voice can be likened to that of a nightingale, especially with the tinge of Ikale dialect which allows the lyrics tumble out with immediacy and urgency. He was a man gifted with special ability among his contemporaries and the fire in him was just about to spread until death subjugate."
Juba joined Victor Olaiya’s All Stars Band and he was able to forge a headway with his Modibodo Highlife tradition. Olaiya explored his repertoire to make his music more appealing.
Juba, who died in a mysterious circumstance on December 9, 1976, was a household name in the highlife circles. He was also favourite of party goers.
Commenting on his works, music critic, Benson Idonije, said: " The popularity and the acceptance of Crosdale’s Modibodo’s music could be measured by the surging crowd that took to the dancing floor each time Juba crept towards the microphone to sing. With trumpet in hand, he sang with a guttural, glossy voice as he produced modern jazz sounds reminiscent of Mike Falana. His voice can be likened to that of a nightingale, especially with the tinge of Ikale dialect which allows the lyrics tumble out with immediacy and urgency. He was a man gifted with special ability among his contemporaries and the fire in him was just about to spread until death subjugate."
Juba joined Victor Olaiya’s All Stars Band and he was able to forge a headway with his Modibodo Highlife tradition. Olaiya explored his repertoire to make his music more appealing.
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