Jiim Sheikh Muumin
Jiim Sheikh Muumin (born 1945 or 1946)[1] is a prominent Somalian musician and actor. He began performing when he was 17.[1] Prior to the Somali Civil War, he maintained a successful career in which he reached "rock star" status.[1] As of 2014, he has remained in Mogadishu in spite of local upheavals.[1]
Jim Sheikh Mumin | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1939 or 1940 (age 83–84) Buloburde |
| Died | Mogadishu |
| Nationality | Somalian |
| Musical career | |
| Occupation(s) | Composer, Musician, actor |
| Instrument(s) | singing, kaban (oud) |
He is one of almost dozen composers who shaped the contemporary Somali Music, in the golden era of Somali Music (Late 60s to early 80s). He was the chief composer and tutor of Onkod Band. He has made a masterpieces of the Somali Music.
References
- Hamza Mohamed (2 April 2014). "Somalis yearn for a musical renaissance". Al Jazeera. Retrieved 2 April 2014.
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