The vibrant African dance music Highlife is a mix of traditional sounds and Western music. This genre found its roots in the Ghanaian nightlife, where bands would play endless hypnotic sets, stretching from sunset to sunrise.
In the present day, a new generation of musicians hailing from both West Africa and Europe has eagerly embraced highlife, creating a fresh, futuristic version of beloved genre. Among these innovative bands are @the.cavemen and @juniorappiah & Friends.
In keeping with the rich tradition of highlife, we’ve invited these two groups to treat you to an all-nighter on November 18th during Super-Sonic Jazz Festival, so you can dance from dusk to dawn.
To set the mood, we’ve prepared an introduction to the greats of highlife, featuring songs by the Godfather of the style, E.T. Mensah, as well as famous bands like Sweet Talks and Vis-a-Vis. Listen to the playlist and grab your tickets for the Highlife Special.
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