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MIKE AREMUGrowing Up in Nigeria, West Africa, his musical journey began in church at the tender age of eight and since then, he has evolved to become inarguably one of the front-runners of world-class saxophonists.Distinguishing himself through His ability to draw from his heritage of traditional African sounds to produce a contemporary flavour has made him much sought after all over the world.He has performed with the greats of his genre like Kenny G, Hugh Masekela, India Arie and Najee and played alongside musical artists like Kirk Franklin, Donnie McClurkin, Fred Harmond, Mary Mary, to name a few. He is the convener of the biggest jazz concert in Nigeria, “Sax Appeal”.Industry recognition has also been bestowed on this innovative Saxophone composer where he adds amongst several others;TOMA Awards (Today's Gospel Music Awards) Best Instrumental Album of the YearAMEN Awards Best Gospel Music Video of the Year.2014 MEGA Awards Album of the Year2014 MEGA Awards Best Collaboration2014 MEGA Awards Best Use of Instrument2014 MEGA Awards Best Contemporary/Alternative Album of the Year2014 Crystal Awards for Best use of Instrument.2013 AGMA(African Gospel Music & Media Awards) UK Best Afro Jazz/Instrumental.2017 AGMA Awards for Instrumental Musician of Excellence2018 AGMA Awards for Instrumental Musician of ExcellenceHe was also nominated twice at the KORA Award's in 2003 which is Africa's best known and recognized mainstream music awards ceremony. JCI's TOYP (Ten Outstanding Young People) - Best self-developed personality.
