An Ode to Highlife Articles

Julie Okine Ghana’s Feminist First

Julie Okine, a talented Ghanaian singer, was the first woman to join a highlife band full-time. After meeting highlife legend E.T. Mensah...

Charlotte Dada 'The Golden Voice'

Living during a deeply marginalizing season in history, where the very stories and perceptions of women were mired, the Golden Voice grew...

Christie Azumah 'The Voice from the Upper East'

As soon as her voice reaches your ears, one thing will be clear: Christie Azumah was passionate about her music. Her voice carries...

Asabea Cropper 'The Cultural Influencer'

The Queen of Highlife. A Ghanaian diplomat. A fashion icon. A cultural influencer. A multi Instrumentalist and a powerful vocalist. These...

Naa Amanua of Wulomei

The history of Ghanaian highlife music cannot be told without the honorary mention of the legendary music group, Wulomei. The Ga rootsy...

Women of Highlife Music "The Female Trailblazers & Hidden Figures" of 1950s to 1990s

We are excited to give a mini spotlight on some of the trailblazers and hidden figures of Highlife Music by celebrating the Women of...