Joni Haastrup is a Nigerian singer, keyboardist, and bandleader celebrated as one of the pioneering voices of Afro-funk and Afro-rock. Rising to prominence in the 1970s, he began with Orlando Julius’s Modern Aces before forming the celebrated group MonoMono. Blending Yoruba rhythms with soul, funk, and psychedelic grooves, Haastrup’s music radiates freedom, spirituality, and rhythmic innovation. His acclaimed album *Wake Up Your Mind* cemented his legacy as a visionary who bridged African traditions with global sounds, inspiring generations of Afrobeat and funk artists.