K1 De Ultimate


K1 De Ultimate , is a Nigerian Fuji musician. He popularized a brand of the fuji genre based on the work of the fuji creator Ayinde Barrister known as Talazo fuji that appeals to all age groups, irrespective of tribe and background .

Background

The King of Fuji Music: Olasunkanmi Ayinde Marshal,
K1 De Ultimate discovered his interest in music when he was 8. His parents initially opposed but he continued to pursue his passion and by the time he was 15 he had won various local musical competitions. He later became member of Ayinde Barrister's band, the Supreme Fuji Commanders from 1975 to 1978 after previously serving under him as instrument packer. He also adopted the name of Ayinde into his name after seeking the permission and blessing of his master Ayinde Barrister. He released his first album titled Iba with the special track 'Abode Mecca' in 1980, and thereafter, his most successful album Talazo '84 in 1984. He has won many titles and several music awards.

Music career

K1 De Ultimate began his global tour between North America and Europe in 1986 and performed at Hammersmith town hall London in 1987. That was followed by New York city, United States with full Talazo Band on Sep. 28 1990, London Yuppie 1 & 2 Nights 1991/92, European Tour 1995, Berlin 1997, North America, Canada 2000, and USA Tour 2003. He has continued non stop touring annually since. In 1995 he delivered the first Fuji performance ever at WOMAD Festival. He is also the only Fuji musician to perform at Troxy, WOMEX and SOB's.

Chieftaincy titles and Awards

Badabarawu of Ogijo in 1985
Ekerin Amuludun of Ibadanland in 1986
Golden Mercury of Africa Title in 1986,
Honoris Causa of Music at Saint John University Bakerfield California USA in 1989.
Crown as King of Fuji, at NTA ibadan in 1993.
The Oluomo of Lagos by King Adeyinka Oyekan of Lagos in 1999
On Monday, January 13, 2020, he was installed by the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi as the first Mayegun of Yoruba Land.

Discography

Hit Live Play
And Many More Hit Live
Eko for show usa 1990
Concert