1st female African talking drummer, Aralola Olamuyiwa, overcame societal beliefs about childbearing and drumming.

Aralola Olamuyiwa, aka Ara, Africa's first female talking drummer, and cultural ambassador for the Ooni of Ife, has shared her journey in overcoming societal beliefs that playing the talking drum could hinder her chances of having children. Ara, who is self-taught, recounted her experience on the 'Terms And Conditions' podcast, asserting that she defied the curse and is now a successful drummer.

May 29, 2024
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