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Various Artists

Highlife On the Move [ CD / Album ]

Highlife On the Move

SKU: CD6751 Barcode: 5060091555389
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Ah, Highlife On The Move - a veritable treasure trove of West African music that's sure to get your hips shaking and feet tapping in no time. This compilation album takes listeners on a vibrant journey through the golden age of highlife music, showcasing the incredibly diverse and infectious sounds that were popular in Ghana and Nigeria in the 1960s and 70s.

From the infectious grooves of E.T. Mensah to the soulful vocals of Osibisa, Highlife On The Move offers a rich tapestry of musical styles and influences that will delight fans of world music and crate-digging enthusiasts alike. Each track on the album is a mini-masterpiece in its own right, with a unique blend of traditional African rhythms, jazz, funk, and soul that is guaranteed to lift your spirits and get you grooving.

The production quality on Highlife On The Move is top-notch, with every instrument and vocal line crisp and clear, allowing listeners to fully appreciate the intricate arrangements and dynamic performances on display. It's clear that a lot of care and attention has gone into curating this collection, and the result is a truly immersive and enjoyable listening experience.

So, whether you're a seasoned highlife aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, Highlife On The Move is an absolute must-listen. Put on your dancing shoes, turn up the volume, and let the infectious rhythms transport you to a time and place where the music is vibrant, joyful, and utterly irresistible. Trust us, you won't be able to resist the urge to get up and dance along.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Highlife No. 5
13. Marabi Dance


Disc: 2
7. Iwa D'arekere


Disc: 1
5. Fela's Special
2. Son of Africa
14. Kitch


Disc: 2
8. Omo Africa
1. Aigana


Disc: 1
3. Abeni
15. Okokoko


Disc: 2
9. Brown Skin Gal


Disc: 1
4. Drink a Tea
16. Fancy Baby


Disc: 2
10. Brown Skin Gal


Disc: 1
6. Oju Rere
17. Biko Rapum Paulina


Disc: 2
11. Georgina
3. Niger Mambo


Disc: 1
18. Maggie


Disc: 2
12. Eyo Mano Mi


Disc: 1
7. Afro Mood
19. Ghana, Forward Forever


Disc: 2
13. Ojikolobo


Disc: 1
8. Africana
20. A Night in Port Harcourt


Disc: 2
14. Wa Sise


Disc: 1
9. Obaa Amponsa Pandogo


Disc: 2
2. Tortoise Mambo
15. Nigerian Independence


Disc: 1
10. Ghana Special


Disc: 2
4. Highlife Comes to Europe
16. Abrokyiri Awo Yi


Disc: 1
11. Money Money


Disc: 2
5. Maria (Feat. Eddie Red Tettey)
17. Ekuona Rhythm


Disc: 1
12. Donaldo's Samba


Disc: 2
6. Egbe Mi
18. Anyin Ga Na

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