Orlando Julius is a Nigerian musician, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. He is known for his unique fusion of traditional African rhythms with western jazz, funk, and soul music. He has been active in the music industry for over five decades and has released numerous albums throughout his career.
Early Life and Education
Born in Lagos, Nigeria, in 1943, Orlando Julius was raised in a musically inclined family. His father was a member of a local church choir, and his mother was a traditional folk singer. Orlando Julius began playing music at a young age and learned to play various instruments such as the saxophone, piano, guitar, and trumpet.
He attended the Baptist Academy secondary school in Lagos and later went on to study at the Trinity College of Music in London.
Career
Orlando Julius started his music career in the 1960s and performed with various bands like Chris Ajilo and the Cubanos, Rex Lawson, and the Zigima Sound. He gained popularity with his band, the Modern Aces, and released his first album, “Super Afro Soul” in 1966.
He became known for his unique style of music, which blended traditional African rhythms like highlife, juju, and apala with western jazz, funk, and soul music. His songs were socially conscious and addressed issues like poverty, corruption, and inequality.
Throughout his career, Orlando Julius collaborated with various artists such as Hugh Masekela, Lamont Dozier, and Pee Wee Ellis. He performed on international platforms like the Newport Jazz Festival, the Montreux Jazz Festival, and the Glastonbury Festival.
Discography
| Album | Year |
|---|---|
| Super Afro Soul | 1966 |
| Orlando’s Afro Ideas | 1970 |
| Dancing in Lagos | 1978 |
| Disco Hi-Life | 1979 |
| Afro Hi-Life Classics | 1984 |
| Maurice and Mac | 1998 |
| International Afro | 2009 |
(Source: Boomplay)
To listen to Orlando Julius’s music, visit his profile on Boomplay.
Personal Life
Orlando Julius is not publicly known to be married.
He is reported to own a house and cars but details about them are not publicly known.
Net Worth
Orlando Julius’s net worth is not publicly known, but he has had a successful music career spanning over five decades.
Here is an overview of Orlando Julius’s net worth in different currencies:
- Net Worth in USD: Not publicly known
- Net Worth in NGN: Not publicly known
- Net Worth in CAD: Not publicly known
- Net Worth in GHS: Not publicly known
- Net Worth in KES: Not publicly known
- Net Worth in ZAR: Not publicly known
- Net Worth in UGX: Not publicly known
- Net Worth in INR: Not publicly known
Follow Orlando Julius on his social media accounts to keep up to date with his music and life:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orlandojuliusmusic/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/OJ_Official
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orlandojuliusofficial/
(Sources: Wikipedia)