The life of R&B legend, Wilson Pickett
Wilson Pickett was an R&B star who played a pivotal role in the development of this genre in the US. Over the course of his career, he recorded more than […]
The career of soul singer Otis Redding
Those who, like Tunde Folawiyo, enjoy listening to soul music, will no doubt be aware of Otis Redding. His emotive, gritty vocals, coupled with his ability to compose tender, sorrowful […]
A look at Aretha Franklin’s music career
Aretha Franklin is widely regarded as one of the most talented singers in the world; her interpretive skills and her technical abilities remain unrivalled within her genre – so much […]
A brief guide to James Brown’s early career
All soul fans, including Tunde Folawiyo, will be familiar with the music of James Brown. Often referred to as the ‘Godfather of Soul’, he was one of the world’s most […]
Musical Traditions in Western Africa
The history and culture of music in West Africa is vast and varied, and within Nigeria, the continent’s most populous nation, the varied ethnic groups each have a musical culture […]
The musical career of William ‘Smokey’ Robinson
Recently, Maestro Media featured Tunde Folawiyo in the news section of their site. This man is a lover of many types of music, but is particularly fond of R&B and […]
The life of the soul singer Bill Withers
Those who, like Tunde Folawiyo, enjoy listening to soul music will be familiar with the singer-songwriter Bill Withers. Famed for composing classic songs such as ‘Ain’t no Sunshine’ and ‘Lean […]
The music of Luther Vandross
Luther Vandross was an R&B star, who enjoyed a very successful career the seventies, eighties and nineties. With several chart-topping singles, millions of album sales and countless sold-out shows, Vandross […]
Tunde Folawiyo | Music of Africa: Youssou N’ Dour
The world of African music is rich with immense talents who have collectively impacted the culture of a continent. Youssou N’Dour remains one of the most influential of African musicians, […]
Tunde Folawiyo | The life of R&B legend, Wilson Pickett
Wilson Pickett was an R&B star who played a pivotal role in the development of this genre in the US. Over the course of his career, he recorded more than […]