With the conclusion of music's biggest night lets have a retrospect and see how Africans have thrived so far in the Grammys. Africa have won but a few of music most coveted prize although there have been several nominations. here's the list of past winners from Africa
- Ladysmith Black mambazo (4 Grammys)
- Angelique Kidjo (2 Grammys)
- Ali Farka Toure (2 Grammys)
- Soweto Gospel Choir (2 Grammys)
- Youssou N'Dor (1 Grammy)
- Tinariwen (1 Grammy)
- Wouter Kellerman (1 Grammy)
One major question running through minds right now is, with the recent explosion of African vibe into world music when are we going to see a pop African artist pick up a grammy, really i mean we have a lot artistes doing major things internationally wizkid, davido, nasty c, diamond platnumz and a host of others but will that sound ever be regarded as grammy quality, matter of fact will the African vibe conquer the globe soonest.
well something is certain African music has transcended beyond bounds but is it getting the attention it deserves. what could be the reason for this , catch me up on part 3 as we further divide the essentials o African music