Tony Oladipo Allen (born August 12, 1940 in Lagos, Nigeria) is a Nigerian drummer, composer, and songwriter.
As drummer and musical director of Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s band Africa 70 from 1968 to 1979, Tony Allen was one of the primary co-founders of the genre of Afrobeat music. Fela once stated that, "without Tony Allen, there would be no Afrobeat." He has also been described by Brian Eno as "perhaps the greatest drummer who has ever lived."
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Reviewed by Jon Lusk
It’s business as usual and business, as usual, is pretty damn good.
Reviewed by John Armstrong
Collection of afrobeat masterdrummer's solo recordings. Rare and funky.
Reviewed by Martin Longley
Manages to harness the rugged grit of Lagos, whilst simultaneously presenting Allen's...
Reviewed by John Armstrong
Master Nigerian drummer and Afrobeat powerhouse returns with new album of diverse styles.
The Culture Show is treated to a new track by Nigerian afrobeat star Tony Allen.
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