By: Evelyn Asantewaa Frempong
Highlife music has been the heartbeat of Ghana for over a century, shaping the country’s cultural identity and evolving with each generation.
From its roots in colonial military bands and influence on modern genres like Hiplife and Afropop, Highlife remains a defining sound of Ghanaian life.
As part of GBC’s Heritage Month Series, Evelyn Frempong explores the history, evolution, and future of Highlife music.
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