KUTAY TURAY PRODUCTIONS ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF EBOLA WAHALA, A SINGLE ABOUT THE DEVISTATION OF EBOLA EPIDEMIC IN HIS NATIVE COUNTRY OF SIERRA LEONE Oct 5, 2014 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE World renowned artist, master drummer and cultural activist Kutay Turay has released his latest single Ebola Wahala. This iconic single is a provocative expose and depiction of the ill effects of Ebola epidemic in his native country of Sierra Leone. The contemporary global rhythms and provocative lyrics are sure to invoke a wide range of emotions as he tells of the tragic story of the disease and other injustices associated with the lure of profit and gain. True to his storytelling and folklore prowess Kutay has once again delighted fans with this hot single. The single is produced and engineered by world renowned master producer Kingzbread of Kingzbread Entertainment in Atlanta Georgia. He is well known for working with such artist as Jagged Edge, Cyhi Da Prynce and more. The dynamic duo has once again come together on a project that is sure to entertain listeners of all ages as the contemporary and global harmony is infused with a variety of rhythms and lyrics including Carribean, African and Hip-Hop. Listeners will recognize and enjoy the compilation of guest artist on the single to include:The Legendary Len Jones of Super Combo fame on of Sierra Leones prominent dance band, Augustine Sandy former bass player for Alpha Blondy, the music was inspired and composed by Sulaiman Kutay Turay Mr. Turay’s timely release of this single coincides with the world wide campain to eradicate Ebola. The single will be available soon and can be purchased via download at, CD Baby or previewed on You Tube. ### About: Master Drummer, Sulaiman (Kutay) Turay, a native of Sierra Leone has been drumming since the age of 5. Since youth he has been driven by a strong passion to teach the world the importance and value of preserving culture. For him it was through the talking drums of the Motherland, Africa. As a community servant, Turay conducts workshops and drum classes as well as serving as an advisor, consultant and cultural historian. Sulaiman Turay affectionately known as Dr. Kutay came to the United States in 1992 with the Fritong Players, a professional theatre company in Sierra Leone where he also served as musical director. The companys repertoire included A Cappella singing, acting, dancing and drumming. The group came to perform at the National Black Arts Festival and upon realizing the need for continuity, and in response to the demand from African parentage, African Americans, and the entire community, Kutay was inspired to dedicate his life to sharing the skills he acquired with the world at large as a Music Director and Costume Designer before founding Rakaba Institute for Arts and Culture, an institute dedicated to educating the community about the traditional music of Africa. He also served as a pianist with Atlantas Pan People Steel Band, a percussionist and vocalist with Oosadebe International Nigerian Band, co-founder and lead vocalist for Atlantas Sierra Soucous Band, and principle performer for the Sierra Leone National Dance Troupe. Kutay remains a member of the Board of Director to several of these groups. For media inquiries, interviews and bookings please contact: Zina Craft Email: [email protected] (404) 551-3289
Posted on: Sun, 05 Oct 2014 17:22:28 +0000
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