Daasebre Gyamenah: The Highlife Voice of a Generation
Daasebre Gyamenah, born Abubakar Siddiq, was a renowned Ghanaian highlife musician whose soulful voice and poignant lyrics earned him a special place in the hearts of music lovers. Born on July 4, 1969, in Koforidua, Ghana, Daasebre rose to prominence…
The Highlife Virtuoso Of Ghanaian Music – AB Crentsil
Albert Kwadwo Antwi Boasiako, better known as AB Crentsil, is a legendary Ghanaian musician whose career has left an indelible mark on the country’s music scene. As a highlife virtuoso, songwriter, and performer, AB Crentsil has been a pioneer in…
Structure of a Major Label
Departments Involved in The Recordings Of Artists In comparison with the human body or even an institution every hand needs to be on deck for the overall success of the music industry. Every arm needs to play it’s role in…
Important Considerations Prior to Pursuing a Record Deal
Getting signed to a record label can be a significant accomplishment for any aspiring musician. It often opens up opportunities for wider exposure, professional support, and the potential for career growth in the music industry. Below are the steps involved…
Flavour N’abania: The Highlife Maestro from Nigeria
Chinedu Okoli, popularly known as Flavour N’abania or simply Flavour, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. Born on November 23, 1983, in Enugu State, Nigeria, Flavour has become one of Africa’s most celebrated contemporary highlife musicians. His distinctive voice,…
Kabum: The Ghanaian Hip-life Dynamo
Born Albert Ayeh-Hanson, Kabum hails from Tema, a city in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. His journey into the music industry began with an early passion for hip-life, a genre that fuses highlife and hip-hop elements, reflecting the urban…
Gyedu-Blay Ambolley: The Originator of Simigwa Do
Gyedu-Blay Ambolley, born on April 11, 1947, in Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana, is a musical luminary celebrated for his pioneering role in shaping the sound of Ghanaian music. Often referred to as the “Simigwa Do Man,” Ambolley is not only a musician…
Nana Ampadu: The Grandmaster of Ghanaian Highlife Music
Nana Ampadu, born Kwame Ampadu, is a revered Ghanaian musician and songwriter who holds the esteemed title of the “Grandmaster of Highlife Music.” Born on March 6, 1945, in Accra, Ghana, Nana Ampadu’s prolific career has spanned decades, making him…
Osibisa: Pioneers of Afrobeat Fusion
Osibisa, formed in 1969, is a Ghanaian music group that emerged as trailblazers in the fusion of African rhythms, jazz, rock, and Caribbean influences. Their innovative sound and dynamic stage presence positioned them as one of the most influential and…
Amakye Dede: The “Iron Boy” of Highlife Music
Amakye Dede, born Daniel Amakye Dede on January 5, 1958, is a legendary Ghanaian musician whose velvety voice and soulful highlife compositions have left an indelible mark on the country’s music landscape. Affectionately known as the “Iron Boy,” Amakye Dede…