Artist Biography

Intuition, Affirmations, Dreams and Visions have led me to this very moment. Affirmation, Dedication, Manifestation, Salutations, you have now been introduced to Osunfemi Wanbi Njeri. Hailing from Oakland CA., Osunfemi is a Sweet Water, Neo Soul-Hip Hop Vocalist and Songwriter. Melodies and lyrics flow from the universe to crown to paper to beautiful music. Believing in the transformative power of words and blessed with a musical bloodline, Osunfemi Wanbi Njeri is ready to deliver her healing sound. Heavily influenced by passionate, creative greats like Stevie Wonder, Ms. Lauryn Hill, India Arie, Mary J. Blige and Tupac Shakur, Osunfemi decided to channel music that uplifts, inspires and moves the people. With a name meaning, a warrior woman that sings the blessings of Osun, Osunfemi Wanbi Njeri saw it as necessary to speak about her journey as a warrior. She does just that with the June 2018 release of Warrior Woman  http://www.osunfemiwanbinjeri.net

More than a poet, more than a singer, more than an emcee--it's not just what she says, it's how she says it. Emerging from the musical womb that is New Orleans, artist and visionary Sunni Patterson combines the heritage and tradition of her Native town with an enlightened modern world view to create music and poetry that is timeless in its groove.

Sunni Patterson has established herself has an internationally known artist and activist, using her gift to reach, teach and learn, and heal all who have the opportunity to be in her presence. She has been a featured performer at many of Nation's premier spoken word venues, and has had the privilege of speaking at the Panafest in Ghana, West Africa. She has worked with several well known artists and performers including Hannibal Lokumbe- singing lead vocals for his score, "King and the Crescent City Moon, " Kalamu Ya Salaam, Sonia Sanchez, HBO Def Poet Amir Sulaiman, Wanda Coleman, Amiri Baraka, Laini Kuumba Afrikan Dance Company, dead prez, Cee-Lo of the famed group Gnarls Barkley, and many more.

An Aborisha (Omo Oshun) and advocate of Holistic Health, Sunni has trained under such greats as Oluwo Afolabi Epega, Dr. Ndugu Khan (Babalawo Ifa Kayode, ) Queen Malikah Sabah (Iyanifa Faadisi Olaolu Olabisi, ) Dr.Morris F.X.Jeff, Jr., Nana Anoa Nantambo, Mama Jean Taiwo, Nana Kwabena Faheem Ashanti, PhD, and several others. She is a certified instructor of Chi Kung (Qi Gong) and Tai Chi for Health.

Sunni has performed her art for a plethora of organizations such as the Children's Defense Fund, Southern Rural Black Women Initiative for Economics and Social Justice, Essence Music Festival, The National Black United Front (NBUF)—Houston Chapter, and New Orleans Women's Artist Collective (NOWAC). She has been recognized by Cornell University, Western Carolina University, Dillard University, Xavier University and Southern University at New Orleans to perform and facilitate workshops.

Because of her vested interested in the community and commitment to its positive change for social justice and equality, she has facilitated workshops on holistic Spiritual healing and activism or what she calls "brain cleansing" for organizations like Blackout Arts Collective, Akoben Words –N-Action Festival, National Association for the Advancement of Color People (NAACP), and Ashe' Cultural Center.

Sunni has been featured on numerous radio and TV. spots both locally and nationwide, including an ad promoting the importance of healthy eating. She will be featured on Sundance film, and BET's Lyric Café, and has been a guest spoken word artist on HBO's Def Poetry.

There is so much more to say about her, but words just cannot describe her way, her Spirit, her grace, or gift of healing. In every word/sound she utters, you hear the grit and grime, hope and love, problem and solution, optimism and faith. She is a mouth piece for the Ancestors, a vessel used to promote goodness in a world where oppression and injustice seems the order of the day. What a blessing it is to feel her warm and nourishing rays shine light on your soul!

As graduate of Rutgers University in African Studies, Nana Sula is committed to being chosen to speak on behalf of the ancestors. Her philosophy is "If we never recognize them..who will ever know they were here". She is blessed to give voice to their songs, their mysteries and their visions. And Sula Spirit does just that in her community and all over the world as a Priestess of Ile de Coin-Coin, delivering life as a Doula and Birth Educator, Singing member of Zion Trinity, Spiritual Coaching, Marriage Ceremonies, Cleansing's, Readings, and so much more. Her latest work brings simplicity and accessibility to the Yoruba language and songs of the Orisa. Nana Sula Spirit is the Author and Producer of the Book and CD Project “Spirit of the Orisha” – a 38 track CD and study guide book for sacred Yoruba Chants of the Orisa from Nigeria, W.Africa.

 Sistah IMiNAH Orisabukola is a Singer/Songwriter, Dancer & Cultural Ambassador.  IMINAH comes from a lineage of Entertainers & Educators . She was born immersed in the tradition of Edutainment within Oakland's Afrocentric community. IMiNAH's musical style  embraces traditional & contemporary influences from throughout Africa & the African diaspora. R & B, Afrobeat, Reggae, Hip Hop, Traditional African Music & Gospel are fundamental elements of The Iminah Experience. Iminah's musical mission is to raise vibrations From Ghetto to Goddess with born-Again African Soul.

Ilu Oñi Godchildren of divine Afro-Cuban Akpon Amelita Pedroso and members of Ile Omo’lomide, we are blessed with the supreme talents of Osa-made drummers and singers who wish to praise the Orisa through sacred song and ceremony.

HRM Oba Adejuyigbe Adefunmi II began his destiny on earth December 21, 1976. Born the 14th child of 22 children to His Royal Highness Oba Efuntola Adefunmi I, and the third child of five born to Iya Esu Ogo Oyewole. The King Adejuyigbe Adefunmi II was raised in the Kingdom of Oyotunji African Village and began drumming at the age of seven.


An extraordinary listener and attentive history student, the young King, under the teachings of H.R.H. Adefunmi I, was entrenched in the traditions and culture of his ancestors; the Yoruba people of Southwestern Nigeria and Benin. He was rooted in the traditional lifestyle of Oyotunji African Village settlement in North America. King Adejuyigbe Adefunmi II witnessed thousands of Africans in America that came to his father’s Kingdom in search of broadening their cultural awareness. 


By the time of his graduation from the Yoruba Royal Academy, King Adejuyigbe Adefunmi II was an initiate of several sacred Egbes (African societies) to name a few: Egbe Egungun, Egbe Obatala, Egbe Onilu ayan, Egbe Akinkonju. Not the least of which would be the Prince’s entrance into Igbodu, the society of the Fathers of Mystery in the worship of Orunmila. Traveling throughout the United States and the Caribbean in the entourage of his Father, King Adejuyigbe reflects: “It was an amazing opportunity to observe my Baba, the Alase of Oyotunji, in all the commands and demands of being a King. I also observed, through his service to Africans in America and the undertaking of spiritual responsibilities to the tribal family within the village, and the toll it took on him.” As a young man, King Adejuyigbe followed his first love of drumming and touring nationally, and internationally performing Reggae, and African music playing alongside notables artist such as “The Wailers”, “Inner Circle”, “Freddie McGreggor”, “Junior Gong Marley”, “India Arie”, and countless others. 

The development of a wide diversity of entrepreneurial skills as well as years of hard work and training in carpentry and administration on Dopkwe, (Oyotunji construction), gave birth to the “Stucco Kings” company In 2001, King Adejuyigbe moved to Key West, Fla. as an artist in residency at the Lofton B. Sands African Bahamian Museum. King Adejuyigbe Adefunmi ll lead the team in idealizing, planning, and construction of a full scale African Village. King Adejuyigbe Adefunmi II made many valuable contributions to the education and cultural expansion of the African American population in Key West giving daily lectures and classes to students from the Monroe County, Fla. schools. 

King Adejuyigbe Adefunmi II became the King of Oyotunji on July 3, 2005 thus continuing a legacy of Yoruba Kings in America that has been confirmed and supported by the Ooni of Ile-Ife (the King of the holy city of Ife) thousands of Yoruba Americans came to celebrate the Royal Coronation. Following the Royal Coronation, HRM traveled to The Holy city of Ile-Ife and was crowned by the Ooni of Ife just as his father did on Nov. 16, 1981. HRM was also invited to Ophia Ketou, Republic of Benin for extensive ceremonies of installation. H.R.M. Oba Adejuyigbe Adefunmi II has two wives, two sons and three daughters. 

When asked what His Majesty looks forward to the most, following in the footsteps of his Father, he says “the passion of my heart at this point in my journey is twofold, to fulfill my Baba’s vision for the Kingdom of Oyotunji in its ultimate beauty and to pass to the next generations our customs, traditions, cultural lifestyle, and skills in a way that serves the betterment of our world and its people”. 

Our focus is the practical application of ancient African traditions and culture in a modern time utilizing our ancient African worldview to guide us while providing nature base solutions, “the earth is our religion, and if you do not care for our mother you are disrespecting the Orisa.

HRM further aspires to increase to all peoples and cultures of the world the practical value for ancient traditions today! 
Media, Speaking, and Travel Inquiries: info@oyotunji.org

Alaiyeluwa Olori Aje Oba Oosalase Adekorin Ifandugunwa Efundeji-El

Born (LaQuentis Saxton) in Brooklyn New York, Oba Oosalase
was always surrounded by deity. Raised by his grandparents,
Liz and Norman Saxton, where he experienced the Orisa
firsthand by his first teachers in the culture, (Madrina) Iya
Oyanike Conchita Garcia and (Padrino) Tata Ramon Garcia who
lived on the 3rd floor in his building. They were the parents of
his best friends born into the Lucumi tradition by way of Cuba.
One of his brothers he would later initiate into the priesthood
of Ogun. Oba Oosalase witnessed the ritual of praising the Orisa
through offering, prayers, song, dance and the drum.
Oba Oosalase in his early teen years was a DJ for his community
and church events. He joined a group called Ladae where he
signed his first record deal with Island Records. He later signed
to Al B. Sure’s label Absolut Records through Motown Records
as an artist and music producer for various artist in the industry
where he also met his soon to be wife.
Oba Oosalase and his wife, Olori Afahari Mku Orisayomi
Ifanrewaju Zannu Efundeji-Bey, moved from Brooklyn to Atlanta
in 1999 with their son, Quasim Ade and later that year birthed
their 2nd son Zakar Ifakolade Ajibilu.
■ 2001 – Oba Oosalase received his first taste of vigorous
training in 2001 at Ile Esan under the tutelage of Awo
Ifademi Lade Osawori (Baba Rashan) and Apetibi Olori
Oriyomi (Mama Yeye) through the lineage of Araba
Ifayemi Elebuibon-Osogbo Nigeria
■ 2005 – Initiated to Obatala through the house of Ajinaku,
under (Oluwo) Baba Medahochi Kofi Omowale Zannu
Sangodele Mogbarimu Ajinaku El, officiated by Awo Ason
Gbehanzin Zannu Ajinaku & Baba Tosu Tosasolim
■ 2006 – Co-founders of Annual Osun Festival, Atlanta.
Founded in 2006 along with Awo Fasola & Iya Osuntoki
Odunade (currently run by Egbe Osun Atlanta of Egbe
Orisha Aiye)
■ 2008 – Present, Awo Oosalase played an intricate part in
bringing out traditional Egungun in New Orleans for Mardi
Gras led by Awo Ayanyemi of Ile Alafose (New Orleans)
■ May 2009 – Received a Certificate of Recognition from
H.R.M. Oba Adegbolu Adefunmi II & Chiefs of Oyotunji
African Village, Sheldon S.C. for dedication and services
to the Yoruba Culture
■ February 2010 – Initiated to Ifa (Itefa) by Iyanifa Ifalola H.
Omobola & Babalawo Ifalowo Asante Nalls of Imole Agbo
Iwosan
■ 2011 The birth of United Nation of Ifa-Orisa-Vodun
(U.N.I.O.V., INC.)*
■ 2011 – Present, Olude Ibeji Children’s Festival Atlanta, GA
■ May 2011 – Named Divine Minister through the Moorish
Science Temple of America and was presented with a
Diploma for Sheikdom from the Moorish Hall of Learning
from the National Grand Sheik of Chicago, by National
Grand Sheik, Nobel Dawyid Ali-El (Awo Fadahunsi)

■ August 2011 – Received Oloye rites for Olori Aaje title by his
elders in Atlanta. Officiated by Awo Ason Gbehanzin Zannu
Ajinaku. Title later acknowledged at Kings Day, October 2011
by H.R.M. Oba Adegbolu Adefunmi II in Oyotunji African
Village, SC
■ November 2012 – Kukanga Fraternal Order (Rites of Passage
for young men)
■ 2012 – Present, Spirit Sundays Atlanta, GA
■ March 2013 – The United Nation of Ifa-Orisa-Vodun received
international recognition when the installation of the Oba
of Atlanta was officiated by Alaiyeluwa Oba Ifasunmibola
Awolade Aremu Ajori-Iwin of Ogbomoso Land, Oyo State,
Nigeria
■ 2013 – Present, Gelede Festival Atlanta, GA
■ August 2013 – Inauguration of Spirit Sundays Jackson, MS
■ 2014 – Spirit Sundays Tour
■ 2017 – Album Release for UNIOV presents Ocha Soul Vol. 1
Oba Oosalase continues the legacy of his Oluwo's teachings
through his children and students.
* U.N.I.O.V. – To promote, teach and maintain the traditions of
our Ancestors. To heal, unify and facilitate sustainability for our
families, individuals and groups around our communities. To
become self-sufficient economically and to shape the minds of
our community so that we become uplifters and bring the
houses of Ifa-Orisa-Vodun together.
U.N.I.O.V. Spiritual Center builds balanced character, spiritual
development and awareness through the spiritual system of
Ifa-Orisa-Vodun through divination, counseling, classes,
workshops, seminars, retreats, rituals, tours and host a
calendar of Festivals and Community events throughout the
year.

World renowned Founder, CEO and Artistic Director of Ogunlano, a multiple performing African arts and OrisaBeat company, Oba Ogunlano is an accomplished drummer, vocalist, & dancer who has managed to reach heights that many performers aspire to today. With his many successes which include, but are not limited to, television and movie special appearances (The Originals, Constantine, The Real Housewives of Atlanta, HBO: Bessie Smith), he has studied, performed and toured internationally. With the integration of African culture education, alongside musical performances, dance, choreography, story-telling and costume designs, Oba has earned the reputation of delivering nothing short of the most electrifying performances, residency programs, clinics and workshops. Much of his mission is to preserve and spread African culture and traditions that inspire future generations of performing artists within the field of African drum & dance arts. Focusing on arts education and developing integrated learning opportunities for teachers and students, Oba provides professional instruction and artistic support to numerous schools, arts organizations, and dance artists in the United States, Africa, Europe, and the Caribbean Islands.

Lyrical wordsmith and music phenom, Adelumo aka Richard Raw, is taking the industry by storm with his unique blend of soul, spoken word, funk, African Centered Cultural hip-hop. Born on the cusp of the of the 1980s hip-hop boom, Raw is influenced by hip-hop greats Public Enemy, KRS-1, Rakim, The Roots and Nas as well as soul artists Curtis Mayfield, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. After years in the music industry, performing nationwide and building a vast collection of hip-hop and neo-soul music, Richard Raw has found his niche, combining soul with hip-hop and invigorating, thought-provoking lyrics.  

In addition to being a musician, Richard Raw is a Ifa Practitioner and community activist who uses his lyrics and performances as tools to inspire and educate. He has taken his love and vast knowledge of the hip-hop art form to the next level by using it to teach youth about everything from diversity, literacy skills and history to communication, confidence, and character building. He is also the Program Director of the hip-hop supplemental education program, Beyond Those Bars.  

As a poet, MC, producer and songwriter, one cannot deny Richard Raw the comprehensive title ‘artist’. When asked what makes him different, Raw simply states, “I’m versatile; no one is the same every day and I am lucky enough to be able to express those differences through my music."

Passion, Spirit and Pain directly influence the melodic tunes of Multi talented Urban World Music artist WolfHawkJaguar.  His music stirs the soul with a mixture of Spirituality, captured in the heart of Hip Hop, Reggae, Rhythm and Blues.  Currently residing in Oakland, the California native is a prolific musician, actor and award winning film maker (Operation Small Axe) taking his style of edutainment around the world. In 2013 he was invited to perform at the 10th annual Orisa World Congress in Ile Ife Nigeria to perform music from his debut album Hunter Poetry. A camera crew followed him on the journey to document his adventure. What came out is the magical film and soundtrack, "Search for The Everlasting Coconut Tree."

http://www.393films.com       http://www.searchfortheeverlastingcoconuttree.com

Tahir RBG is a music producer/emcee. He has produced for dead prez, The Roots, Jay Electronica, The 69 Boyz, The Nappy Roots, The Coup, and many more artists including film scores/soundtracks. He has released 14 projects as an emcee and a host of features. His subject matter is Afrikan Liberation and Nation Building. For more info and contact @TahirRBg on Instagram and Facebook, tahirrbg@gmail.com

Awosade Sangoyemesi, born Kenneth Brown II in Champaign, Illinois and raised in Milwaukee, WI. He comes from a very culturally enriched household. Raised around Yoruba tradition, He was taught to drum during traditional rituals as well as give back to his lineage and culture. During Kenneth's childhood, he was trained by Ko Thi Dance Company under the leadership of Ferne Caulker. Also having opportunities to work with Manolapo Dance Troup led by Steve Willis and Ajula Dance Troup led by Lucky Diop. Kenneth was able to train, perform and travel abroad with Nefertari African Dance Company under the leadership of Sarah Lee Grant. 

He was also one of the selected artists to perform in the opening premier of the Disney classic; "The Lion King". 

Participating in lots of community engagement activities as a child mixed with lots of situations over the years is what has developed Awosade's adult career as a HipHop Artist, Community Organizer, Graphic Designer, Ifa Practitioner as well as a well established drummer. After working with multiple non-profits around the state of Wisconsin and being the leader he was born to naturally be; Kenneth decided to partner with some other young artist and form a non-profit organization. Kenneth is the first Executive Director of Ina Onilu Drum and Dance Ensemble.

Now Awosade is traveling the world sharing his culture music and Djembe with the world! Meet Perfect

Soul Southing singer songwriter, Poet, Parent, Organizer, and Innergy Artist, Santos Soul extends his journey aimed at healthy, sustainable Collective social Change Through Self Transformation with song, poetry, breathe, and movement. Let's come together and CREATE to change the world! “It’s not just being positive, it’s persistence” “Everyday People can change the World” “I’m Changing the World, by Changing Me”.

With a focus on creating relevant and transformative “Change Music”, his musical influences include 90’s & 2000’s Hip-Hop & RnB, Bob Marley, Sam Cooke, and Marvin Gaye to name a few. Santos has released 5 projects to date including the basis of the CWCM curriculum & personal mantra “Changing the World, by Changing Me” entitled CWCM EP, streaming on all platforms, featuring a full band recorded in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville, NC at Echo Mountain Recording Studios.

Santos is currently based in the Bay, Northern, CA collaborating on an upcoming release in early 2020.

Santos currently facilitates curriculum designed to benefit life skills, personal development, wellness, mindfulness, racial equity, and place based identity, centering Black, Latinx, & POC young adults and youth through GlocalSoul Edutainment, where he serves as Founder and Cacique since 2014. www.glocalsouledu.com 

“My Overall goal is to stay woke, and wake up as many people in the process, by creating timely and timeless music, poetry and prose that move people to action, illuminating their true selves and nature. I hope they dance too!”

Learn more by visiting www.santossoulmusic.com

On July 14, 2015, the world was greeted by the rhythms from an artful compilation of Reggae-Urban World fusion with the release of Prosperity Movement, a beautifully crafted EP from the record label of the same name. To create an opportunity for yourself through progressive development and good character so you may flourish and have good fortune is Prosperity Movement. Prosperity Movement was made for the urban traveler. From Oakland Ca. to the rest of the world sonically and visually solo artists, WolfHawkJaguar and Osunfemi Wanbi Njeri travel through the beauty, love and prosperity of urban world culture. This album features five lyrical compilations that fuse Reggae, Orisa, Hip Hop, and Rhythm and Blues. With songs like Ile (Hold Tight), Sounds of My Heart, House of the Rising Sun, Real Africans, and Movement, the Prosperity Movement EP contains thoughtful lyrics and comes across as a breath of fresh air in today's burgeoning Bay Area music scene.  http://www.prosperitymovementmusic.com