Highlife

Highlife originated in Ghana during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, merging traditional African rhythms with Western instruments—basically a musical party that decided it could use an electric guitar. Characterised by jazzy horns and a cheerful disposition, Highlife sounds like a celebration of life, where even a casual Sunday afternoon feels like a ten-piece brass band is just waiting for an excuse to start the conga line. It also served as an influential backdrop for various African music styles, proving that if you throw a good groove into the mix, global success is just around the corner.