Their music blends traditional African sounds (specifically from the Tiv culture of Benue State) with contemporary Nigerian pop.
Zule Zoo, a duo originally consisting of Michael Aboh and Ibrahim Alhassan. Zule-Zoo "Necessary"
The duo's performances are characterized by "Traditional Disco Dance," which involves acrobatic moves and intense footwork often referred to as a "piece" of traditional entertainment. Zule Zoo gained massive fame in the mid-2000s,
Zule Zoo gained massive fame in the mid-2000s, though they also faced controversy; their most famous song, "Kerewa," was notably banned by the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) for its suggestive lyrics. Despite this, they remain icons of Nigerian music nostalgia. Necessary by ZULE ZOO: Listen on Audiomack Release Date:December 2, 2023. Album:Chin Kpan. Necessary by Zule Zoo: Listen on Audiomack Release Date:November 17, 2023. Remembering Mike Aboh of Zule Zoo: A Nostalgic Tribute Album:Chin Kpan
While the duo is widely remembered for the high-energy traditional dance moves seen in their music videos,