otilucky

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Hi, my name is Otitigbe Lucky i was born in warri delta state of Nigeria on 17.5.1973. In 1985 I really got into music, when my older brother was taking Guitar, Bass and singing lassons, and everything he learned he taught me, and that point I knew, I wanted to be a musician. In 1986 I joined a group as a percussionist, 1987 I became the bassist of the group, and since I was the youngest bass player in the city they all called me "Smally" I was n`t satisfied, just being a bass player, so I learned guitar and singing. In 1992 I leeft for Lagos after getting an invitation to join the Sir J.B. group. I soon became their leadsinger and leadguitarist ( also playing Bass, drum, Conger and percusion) and I stayed with them for 3 years. In 1995 a friend and I formed the group "Smallykins" (combination of the 2 names, Smally & kingsly.) some friends, kins brother & 3 of my brothers joined us, and we play 6 times a week in Lagos Hotels, clubs & private parties, like wedding, birthdays e.t.c. In 2003 I came to Switzerland where I found different styles of music, next to the afrobeat, reggae, high life & gosple that I used to play. I started playing soul, funk, blues, e.t.c. I am influenced by Fela Kuti, Sir victor Uwaifo, Hugh Masekela, The Temptations, George benson, Marcus Miller, Ray Charles, Wyclef Jean & Motown Artists My group is called Oti & the afrobeat. and we often play at Africa club parties, or at weddings e.t.c. not only in Switzerland,but also all around Europe. My goal in life is, to improve my music constantly, and to make good albums. God bless.