Alani Afolabi popularly known as *Alan Bata* was born into a family of legendary traditional master drummers of the IBARAPA people of Oyo state, southwest Nigeria; Alan Afolabi grew up with a rich heritage and inheritance of uncommon mastery of the drums and an unparallel instinct for rhythm. He was destined from birth to become a master drummer and was entrusted with the noble responsibility of p
reserving and continuing the family's drumming heritage and tradition. With an active drumming career that spans about three decades, and performances with top successful bands within and outside of Nigeria that include Orlando Julius, Lagbaja, Fatai Rolling Dollar, Ahuja Bello and Lanre Fancy to mention a few. Alani's drumming career has also taken him round the continent of Africa and Europe on tour with various acts. He performed in YDF(Yoruba Drum Festival) event in Germany with his troupe, Alani and his band also performed in last AFRICAN DRUM FESTIVAL. He is the fourth member of the great AfricanMasterDrummers quartet; a group of professional world-class West African drummer/percussionist of Nigerian origin. He is an energetic performer and entertainer who delights and thrills audience with the combination of his spirited drumming ability and colorful displays of the exotic Bata dance steps on stage.. Can you see that this Man deserve some accolades. He is a Living Legend......