Chief Udegbi's official rise to the limelight began in with the release of his groundbreaking album, "Ibalu Mmonwu," produced at Akpamma Studio in Awka. This project was a massive success and remains a cornerstone of his career.
(Spotify) - A high-tempo track exploring social responsibility.
According to local sources and Catholic diocese newsletters from Anambra and Enugu states, the "repack" began as a seven-day novena at the Holy Cross Cathedral in Lagos—a spiritual exercise that culminated in the rededication of his chieftaincy regalia. Instead of the usual animal sacrifices and kolanut rites, Chief Ogaranya offered a gold-plated cross to be mounted on his ceremonial staff. chief michael udegbi ogaranya holy cross repack
is a monumental 21-minute masterpiece in modern Igbo Highlife music . Originally released as a single and extended play (EP) on January 4, 2024, by Udegbi Record, the track represents a flawless marriage between traditional Ogene rhythms, deep folklore, and spiritual reverence.
Traditional instrumentation features complex, high-frequency transients from metallic Ogene bells and wooden drums. The repack ensures high-fidelity compression so that none of the acoustic richness is lost. Chief Udegbi's official rise to the limelight began
and this track continues his trend of producing long-form, culturally rich music that serves both social gatherings and spiritual reflection. open.spotify.com by Chief Michael Udegbi or similar Igbo highlife Ogaraya Holy Cross
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For high-definition audio playback, the track is available on the Ogaraya Holy Cross Spotify Album and Apple Music under Udegbi Records.
Built on high-tempo, traditional Ogene bell patterns, local drums, and rattling shakers, the rhythm creates a trance-like background that keeps listeners engaged for the entire duration.