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Oliver Sunday Akanite, better known by the stage name Oliver De Coque, was a Nigerian guitarist and one of Africa’s most prolific recording artists.
He was one of the few legendary Nigerian highlife musicians who has had a huge impact on the genre. His unique sound and distinctive style have inspired generations of fans, and his music continues to be a major influence in modern highlife music.
De Coque’s music was a mixture of traditional Igbo rhythms and melodies with Western instruments. His songs often had a melancholic feel, and his lyrics often explored themes of loneliness and homesickness. His vocal delivery was distinctive, and his voice was often compared to a water drum.
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