William Onyeabor dies, aged 70

William Onyeabor dies, aged 70

The musician has passed away from a short illness

by Chris Bound: January 18, 2017
News, Music Feed

Legendary Nigerian musician William Onyeabor has passed away, aged 70, due to a short illness, according to a statement on Facebook.

The influential musician released a string of electronic funk albums between 1977-1985, although his international fame was only realised a few years ago, when he released his compilation album 'Who Is William Onyeabor?' in 2013.

Read the full statement and listen to his fantastic single 'Atomic Bomb' below.

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