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25 July 2024
How Gentleman Mike Ejeagha's Highlife Classic Became Popular Again
The 1983 highlife classic is getting a resurgence thanks to a dance trend popularized by Nigerian comedian Brainjotter.
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20 February 2024
10 African Albums Turning 20 Years Old This Year
Here are ten classic African albums from across Nigeria, Mali, Senegal, South Africa and more that are turning twenty this year.
Music
03 February 2023
Vic Mensa's Homecoming
We traveled with Chicago rapper Vic Mensa as he went to Koforidua, Ghana to meet with his uncle, legendary Highlife trailblazer Chief Kofi Sammy.
Music
19 February 2021
Kwamz & Flava Share the Energetic ‘Vibes For Days’ EP
Vibes For Days is the perfect blend of the melodic synths and witty lyricism.
Music
14 April 2020
How Highlife Continues to Influence a New Generation of Ghanaian Music
Ghanaian legends and new stars tell us how highlife has influenced the country's new wave. This is what Ebo Taylor, Gyedu-Blay Ambolley, KiDi, King Promise, and many more have to say.
Music
13 February 2020
Watch Lady Donli's Explosive New Video for 'Corner,' Featuring VanJess & The Cavemen
The Nigerian artist tackles many of the issues facing Nigerian women in a fierce new production.
Music
22 August 2019
Listen to a Previously Unreleased Ebo Taylor Track From 1980, 'Make You No Mind'
Ebo Taylor's unheard 1980 album, Palaver, is seeing the light of day after 40 years lost in the vaults.
Music
10 June 2019
Watch the Ethereal Music Video for Juls' 'Maayaa' Featuring Santi & Tiggs Da Author
The video is a stunning ode to black women.
Music
28 March 2019
Listen to Some Rare Highlife, Afro-Funk & Juju Songs In 'Nigeria 70'
A new compilation of vintage gems from Strut Records.
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08 November 2018
Hear Duncan Mighty's First Solo Single of the Year 'MieKeRaSo'
The veteran Nigerian artist does not disappoint.
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20 September 2018
Highlife Meets Rap In This Classic Track From Gyedu-Blay Ambolley
The hiplife precursor track, "Simi Rapp," is being newly reissued by label Multi Culti.
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11 April 2018
You Need This Mixtape Of Ebo Taylor's Afrobeat & Highlife In Your Life
The legendary Ghanaian highlife and afrobeat musician gets a mix from Chris Read.
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