Babatunde Olatunji, Drums of Passion - 39m 15s

Tracks & Durations

1. Akiwowo (Chant to the Trainman)	3:42
2. Oya (Primitive Fire)	5:36
3. Odun de! Odun de! (Happy New Year!)	4:39
4. Jin-Go-Lo-Ba (Drums of Passion)	3:16
5. Kiyakiya (Why Do You Run Away?)	4:17
6. Baba Jinde (Flirtation Dance)	5:33
7. Oyin Momo Ado (Sweet as Honey)	5:01
8. Shango (Chant to the God of Thunder)	7:05

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Review

When he first appeared on the scene in America, Babatunde Olatunji was acclaimed by artists such as John Coltrane and Dizzy Gillespie; later, his influence was acknowledged by Carlos Santana and the Grateful Dead's Mickey Hart. As influential as this breakthrough record has been, it is delightfully unassuming, simply a straightforward excursion into the rhythms of Nigeria. "Akiwowo" is a joyful evocation of the rhythms that are created by a moving freight train. "Oya", "Jin-Go-Lo-Ba," and "Shango" all feature drumming of fiery intensity. Make no mistake, this recording is about rhythm and percussion, but don't overlook the fact that Olatunji has a distinctive and powerful voice. He uses it to fine effect on a number of pieces on Drums of Passion, at times soaring above the drums, then joining in harmony with others in his troupe. This is a rewarding album that truly deserves the decades of popularity it has enjoyed. --Jeff Grubb

Other Versions

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Drums of Passion

Tracks: 8, Disk length: 39m 14s (-1m 59s)

Drums of Passion

Tracks: 7 (-1 tracks), Disk length: 56m 13s (+16m 58s)

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