Interview with Segun Akinola - Composer of Origin: The Story of the Basketball Africa League

In this episode of Scene This!, host Mike Ornelas interviews composer Segun Akinola, known for his work on the acclaimed TV series Doctor Who and his latest project, Origin, which chronicles the inaugural season of the Basketball Africa League. Segun shares his journey into the world of music composition, highlighting how his early experiences with various musical genres shaped his approach to scoring. He discusses the unique challenges and excitement of capturing the spirit of basketball in Africa through his music, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and cultural representation in his compositions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Segun Akinola 02:05 Segun's History with Basketball & the NBA04:33 Segun's approach to the creating the score 11:54 Navigating Tone and Emotion in Scoring14:47 Segun's Journey into Music Composition17:50 Future Aspirations and RecommendationsWebsite, Socials, Merch, Reviews, Interviews & More!