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KuKu

Born in America to Nigerian parents, KuKu embraces the music of his birthplace, but traces of his origins are ever evident in his live and recorded works. His acoustic performances bring out his true essence of music and songwriting. His soon-to-be-released independent project, “Unexpected Pleasures,” deals with a recurring theme in KuKu’s music: love. KuKu’s audiences may be surprised that so many of his lyrics deal with love, (as he says, “people….are definitely not expecting this sound from a 6’4” African man”).

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KUKU and Mongezi 10/21/07: KUKU and Mongezi "Chris" Ntaka

South African guitar maestro Mongezi "Chris" Ntaka joins Nigerian-American guitarist and vocalist KUKU, who traces his Nigerian/Yoruba tradition in his acoustic soul music, as heard on his new CD The Absence of Cool.

KUKU and Mongezi "Chris" Ntaka

South African guitar maestro Mongezi "Chris" Ntaka joins Nigerian-American guitarist and vocalist KUKU, who traces his Nigerian/Yoruba tradition in his acoustic soul music, as heard on his new CD The Absence of Cool.
KUKU 7/23/05: KUKU

American-born-Nigerian-raised singer/songwriter/guitarist KUKU embraces the music of his birthplace, and traces of his Nigerian/Yoruba traditions are ever present in the acoustic essence of his soul music.

KUKU

American-born-Nigerian-raised singer/songwriter/guitarist KUKU embraces the music of his birthplace, and traces of his Nigerian/Yoruba traditions are ever present in the acoustic essence of his soul music.
KUKU/Meredith Bragg 11/22/04: KUKU/Meredith Bragg

Writer's Night:
Soul artist KuKu infuses traces of his Nigerian heritage in his music on the upcoming CD Unexpected Pleasures.
Meredith Bragg emphasizes delicate arrangements and compelling lyrics in his performances, and is routinely backed by his band, The Terminals—keyboardist Brian Minter, drummer Jon Roth, and cellist Elizabeth Olson.

KUKU/Meredith Bragg

Writer's Night:
Soul artist KuKu infuses traces of his Nigerian heritage in his music on the upcoming CD Unexpected Pleasures.
Meredith Bragg emphasizes delicate arrangements and compelling lyrics in his performances, and is routinely backed by his band, The Terminals—keyboardist Brian Minter, drummer Jon Roth, and cellist Elizabeth Olson.

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