Ayo Solanke is one of the most dynamic and energetic jazz and soul saxophonists to ever appear in the entire African music scene. His unique soulful style together with his creativity and innovation as an artist clearly sets him apart from the rest.
He is a songwriter and arranger with a background in event management and project coordination with almost two decades of experience under his belt, a man of excellence with an incredible profile and a great personality; undoubtedly one of the best in the continent.
He picked up the saxophone for the first time in 1997 during his first year studying Mechanical Engineering at the University Of Lagos, Nigeria and has never stopped since then. He gradually developed into a virtuoso performer; a treasured sensation to music lovers everywhere.
He recently featured on a live DVD with the legendary Kirk Whalum on Gospel According to Jazz Chapter IV which is scheduled to release in 2015.
He has become one of the most sought after performers both on stage and in the studios.
Recently, he gave visual treatment to his latest single ”Joko Ya Ha Amen Halleluyah”, the single is off ”The Journey Still” Album Available Now!
Album Links
iTunes:Â https://itunes.apple.com/za/album/journey-still-deluxe-edition/id1004184678
CDBaby:Â http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/ayosolanke4
Watch video below…
