IMMY OWUSU
‘Afrodelik’ music that fuses Psychedlia, Zamrock and West African Highlife. Hailing from the Australian surf town of Torquay, Immy grew up living and learning in two worlds; the coastal rock scene and the West African culture of his Ghanaian roots. His Caucasian friends consider him quite ‘ethnic,’ his African family thinks he’s far too ‘bogan’ and his music reflects the melting pot of all the pieces that put him together. Wishing to explore the trans-atlantic origins of Rhythm, Blues and Rock ‘n’ Roll, in 2016 he travelled to Ghana to study with his grandfather, legendary ‘Palm Wine Highlife’ musician Koo Nimo.
His music has received rave reviews and substantial airplay around the world including on KEXP, Worldwide FM, NPR and Bandcamp Weekly and have been included in various mixes and playlists including by Dangermouse.
Immy Owusu’s debut album LO-LIFE! draws on the work of West African giants such as Ebo Taylor and William Onyeabor. Created with members of Surprise Chef, Karate Boogaloo, and The Senegambian Jazz band, LO-LIFE! was album of the week on PBS, SYN and French Independent Radio. Voted Music Victoria’s Best Musician in 2023 and nominated for Best Regional Act, his live band is an unmissable performance destined to invigorate your soul.
