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In an era increasingly dominated by solo artists and DJs, Aristos Band—a powerhouse live ensemble—is quietly positioning itself as one of Nigeria’s most formidable musical outfits. At the centre of this rhythmic storm stands Sammy Sodeke, popularly known as Sammy Sho. A master saxophonist and visionary bandleader, Sammy’s journey from a young church drummer to a global performer is a masterclass in discipline and artistic evolution. Having cut his teeth as a keyboardist for the legendary Lagbaja, Sammy Sho learned early on…




