FUNKY PROFILE: The Drummer Girl

Temitope Odebiyi is the Number 1 female drummer in Nigeria, a solo performer and drum coach.

A graduate of History &Diplomatic Studies from Olabisi Onabanjo University, Masters in History &Strategic Studies from University of Lagos, Diploma in Music from MUSON School of Music &also studied percussion at d PeterKings College of Music.

Having performed for about 5years, she has carved a niche and she is popularly known as “Topsticks”. Her dexterity has awarded her platforms in major concerts /live programmes like Tejubabyface show, StarQuest Reality TV Show, Efizee Nite, MUSON festival, Drummer’s Festival &some International Music Seminar. She has also featured with several renowned artists like Victor Olaiya, Victor Uwaifo, Wole Oni, Bouqui, Wierd MC, MUSON Orchestra /Band, Mega Praise Crew, among others.

She is strongly influenced by good music &sound. Her role models includes: SheilaE, Cindy Blackman, Dave Weckle, Aaron Spears, Calvin Rodgers, Steve Smith &musicians around her.

Topsticks is the President of Wonderdrums (Music Clinic), the coordinator of Mega Praise Concert and the Director of Topsticks Band.

CONTACT DETAILS:
Phone No: 08029302559/ 07038287471
E-mail: topsticks@gmail.com
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