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PHOTO CAPTION: Sikiru Adepoju and Val.<\/em><\/p>\n
Preview \u201c\u1eccP\u1eb8 (Gratitude)\u201d HERE: https:\/\/mansmark.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cSikiru Adepoju the Mozart of his instrument\u2013\u2013a virtuoso talking drummer\u201d – Mickey Hart. <\/em><\/p>\n Announcing the release today, MansMark Records, the AfroWest Music Hub, says the floor is now open to fans, for a potpourri of choice music put together by some of the world best.<\/p>\n The official release of \u1eccP\u1eb8 (Yoruba-Nigeria word for Gratitude) follows the unveiling of three appetizing singles from the collection: \u201cAjaja\u201d (I am The Spirit); \u201cGoin\u2019 Somewhere\u201d; and \u201cTake Me Home, Country Roads\u201d \u2013 a vibrant remake of John Denver\u2019s iconic song of the same title.<\/p>\n Other titles from the 9-track album include: \u201cDide Afrika\u201d (Wake Up Afrika); \u201cIdaji\u201d (Sunrise); \u201cI\u2019ll Take You There\u201d; \u201cIre Temi\u201d (My Success); \u201cPalm Wine\u201d; and \u201cLana Dewa\u201d (Clear The Way).<\/p>\n The album is available on digital platforms,\u00a0including Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes Store, Amazon Music, and most music stores globally.<\/p>\n The Riddim Doctors project aims to celebrate African roots music while also infusing it with diverse new flavors: \u201cThe hope behind the album is to unite people in celebration of life and goodness,\u201d says Adepoju.<\/p>\n According to the Founder\/CEO of MansMark Records, Prince Ayo Manuel Ajisebutu, Sikiru Adepoju together with some key members of Riddim Doctors have encountered many twists and turns during the creation process.<\/p>\n \u201cThe unwavering determination of Sikiru Adepoju, continually supported by his friend of many years, Val Serrant, is beyond measure. Sikiru\u2019s stubbornness about giving birth to his dreams, no matter how long it took, should be looked to for inspiration by anyone that dares to raise themselves higher. The lifeblood of the album is to elevate people’s spirits and ignite the essence of \u1eccP\u1eb8 in the listener. When the spirit of \u1eccP\u1eb8 is awakened in you, you will see the good in every situation. Embracing the spirit of \u1eccP\u1eb8, gratitude, can reduce most of the tensions in our lives as we transform into better and more loving human beings. Unleash the spirit of \u1eccP\u1eb8 in you,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n The album features known musicians such as, Babatunde Olatunji, Giovanni Hidalgo, Zakir Hussain, Audio Angel (Rashida Clendening), including current Dead & Company keyboardist Jeff Chimenti, longtime Bob Weir collaborator and onetime Primus drummer Jay Lane and Widespread Panic bassist Dave Schools.<\/p>\n About MansMark Records<\/strong><\/p>\n MansMark Records, the AfroWest Music Hub, is the home of the last official studio recordings of Babatunde Olatunji. Prince Ayo Manuel Ajisebutu, Founder\/CEO, is committed to upholding Olatunji’s legacy by associating his work with music and projects that promote love, peace, and elevation of humanity.<\/p>\n For album review copies, artist interviews and other press requests for The Riddim Doctors Project album, \u1eccP\u1eb8, contact Yemi Ajisebutu: yemi@mansmark.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Information: https:\/\/mansmark.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"MUSIC:](\"https:\/\/www.send2press.com\/wire\/images\/20-0924-riddim-doctors-696x522.jpg\")
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