Oriental Brothers International Band is a seminal highlife music group from Nigeria that has made a significant impact on the African music scene since their formation in the 1970s. The band, distinguished by their fusion of traditional Igbo music with modern highlife rhythms, quickly rose to fame and became one of the most beloved and influential groups in West Africa. The band's sound is characterized by rhythmic bass, smooth guitar lines, and the interplay of traditional instruments with western musical elements, all complemented by heartfelt lyrics often sung in the Igbo language.

Over the decades, the Oriental Brothers have undergone changes in their lineup, retaining their essence through each iteration under the guidance of founding members like Ferdinand Dansatch Opara (a.k.a Dan Satch), Warrior, and Kabaka. Despite the tragic loss of key members along the way, the band has managed to maintain their status in the music industry, releasing numerous albums and singles that resonate with fans of African music. Their most recent releases include "Edi Special – Oriental Brothers International Band (Remix By Caribombo)" which is a contemporary reimagining of their sound, and a collection of their hits in "Super International Classic Playlist, Vol. 1". These works, alongside classics like "Anam Ele Chi" and "Nwanne Awu Enyi," continue to endear the Oriental Brothers to new generations of listeners, solidifying their place as icons in the highlife genre.

Genres

Highlife

Igbo Pop

Igbo Traditional

Latest Release

Edi Special - Oriental Brothers International Band - Arn4L2 Remix

Oriental Brothers International Band

Single - Released June 14, 2024