The Highlife Allstars : Sankofa (CD, Album)The Highlife Allstars : Sankofa (CD, Album)The Highlife Allstars : Sankofa (CD, Album)The Highlife Allstars : Sankofa (CD, Album)
The Highlife Allstars : Sankofa (CD, Album)
The Highlife Allstars : Sankofa (CD, Album)
The Highlife Allstars : Sankofa (CD, Album)
The Highlife Allstars : Sankofa (CD, Album)
The Highlife Allstars

Sankofa

€8,88 EUR
€8,88 EUR
Sale Sold out

Symbolic image – for the detailed description and condition, please read the Item Details below.

Highlife—the West African genre that emerged at the intersection of European musical forms and African traditions—finds contemporary expression on Sankofa. The Highlife Allstars blend the music's characteristic brass arrangements, rhythmic precision, and joyful energy with modern sensibilities. Infectious horn sections, driving percussion, and uplifting melodies make for immediately accessible music that never sacrifices sophistication. Sankofa (meaning 'to return and fetch it' in Akan) honors this musical heritage while moving it forward. The result is feel-good music with real substance—perfect for both active listening and social gathering. Whether you're familiar with West African music or discovering it fresh, The Highlife Allstars offer an excellent entry point into a tradition that influenced everything from jazz to contemporary world music.

Item Details+
Genre Folk, World, and Country
Style African, Highlife
Media Mint (M)
Sleeve Mint (M)
Description Sealed product. Perfect collectors item!
Label Network Medien
Year 2001
Country Germany
Format CD
Tracklist+

1. Mafe Wo 6:36

2. Medan Wo 6:17

3. Otwee Emporo 7:16

4. Enye Mea 5:33

5. Fine Boy 7:17

6. Abrabo 7:18

7. Odehyee 7:03

8. Me Mere Beba 8:04

9. Odo Ye Owu 7:20

Data provided by Discogs.

You may also like