15 Exploring The Virtuosic Realm Of Tosin Abasi
In a narrow escape from a life without his stratospheric guitar solos, Tosin Abasi almost never hit the stage. His journey to becoming the frontman of the progressive metal band Animals as Leaders was nearly thwarted by his mother’s skepticism. With her roots firmly planted in Nigerian tradition, she held a steadfast belief in the value of education and traditional career paths over the unpredictable world of creative arts.
Abasi recalls how his mother embodied the classic immigrant perspective, prioritizing academia and established professions far above the whims of artistic passion. Fortunately, her stance softened over time, allowing Abasi to unleash his musical genius on the world. Beyond thrilling audiences with his band, he channels his passion for music into entrepreneurship, offering exceptional guitars and gear through his own venture, Abasi Concepts..