Ghana, in the Bongo District of the Upper East Region, an extraordinary cultural phenomenon is set to unfold on November 26, 2023. Frafra kologo virtuoso Prof Atamina David is poised to launch a new music album and a revelatory documentary showcasing his family lineage and the story behind prof Atamina’s phenomenal rise in kologo music.

The forthcoming album, carefully curated by Prof Atamina, delves deep into the annals of Frafra history and resonates with themes of destiny and unity. The harmonious fusion of traditional elements, embodied in the iconic kologo two-string instrument, sets this musical endeavour apart from modern instrumentation’s contemporary sounds. The result is a captivating auditory experience that promises to enthral listeners and capture the imagination of those pursuing musical diversity.

Accompanying the album is a documentary that journeys through the corridors of the past while projecting aspirations for the future. This intricate blend of past and present in Atamina’s work offers an immersive experience for audiences, illuminating the artist’s lineage, his musical career, and the unique genre he champions.

Frafra kologo music, which once held an exclusive place in the hearts of the Frafra people of the Upper East Region, has undergone a remarkable transformation. Thanks to the pioneering work of Frafra international stars like Atongo Zimba and King Ayisoba, who have toured extensively and introduced the genre to audiences worldwide, kologo music has evolved into an alternative music phenomenon embraced not only in Ghana but across Africa and the globe.

Professor Atamina, affectionately known as “Prof Atamina,” has been dominating the Frafra kologo music scene for some time now. His meteoric rise from performing in funerals and other social occasions in Bolga to performing on big stages in Amsterdam has been inspirational. His performances on national televisions in Accra, Ghana’s capital, gracing illustrious weddings and other significant events, have solidified his place as a torchbearer of this unique genre.

In a recent interview with My Bolga Online, Professor Atamina shed light on his illustrious lineage, which has played a pivotal role in shaping his musical destiny. “My Grandpa, Atamina, played the Gooji; my father, Aposongba, plays the maracas and is now a praise singer. From my mother’s side, Tongo Wakii- Tindan Bugri Yire are Gooji musicians and dance Goligo. Hence, music is in my blood. I don’t only love my own music but everything good about culture and tradition.”

While beginning his musical journey, Professor Atamina boldly decided to leave behind his nursing studies at the University of Ghana, wholeheartedly pursuing his musical career. A decision that may have raised eyebrows in some quarters but has proven to be his unwavering path.

“The man in the picture is my junior grandpa, Akanzire, who lived long and inherited all our ancestral gods, including the kologo I play today,” prof Atamina indicated.

His conviction, rooted in the rich legacy of both his paternal and maternal sides, has been further fueled by his junior grandpa, Akanzire, who passed down not only the ancestral gods but also the enchanting kologo, which resonates in his music today.

Professor Atamina has etched his name in the annals of Frafra kologo music with hit songs such as “Trouble Car,” “Black Mind (PHD),” “Ateko,” “Everyone Go Die,” “Nbia nbia,” and many more, all available on online streaming platforms.

The stage is set for Prof Atamina’s monumental release, where the profound heritage of Frafra kologo music will resonate with audiences far and wide. His journey reflects the evolving landscape of this unique genre and its enduring appeal, a testament to the indomitable spirit of Frafra culture and tradition.