Disco/Boogie (Burger Hilife) Records from Ghana with Volta 45

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Volta45 (Bernard Johnson-Tackie) is a London-based record collector, a highly sought-after DJ, writer and radio show host. He is the main instigator at The Goldenstool Project He has produced a 5 part podcast documenting the history of Highlife music from 1920 to the present - with an appearance on WordWide FM. The podcast was recently featured in Songlines Magazine. He has collaborated with various bands and record labels, notably SoundwayRecords(Konkoma), Kalita Records, Yaaba Funk, and Fofoula to name but a few.

For this special episode, Volta45 presents the first-ever comprehensive mix of Burger Highlife - this special sub-genre of HighLife Music was birthed after political turmoil and military rule in Ghana between 1979 & 1981, which led to nationwide dusk to dawn curfew. The nightlife was totally obliterated. There was a mass exodus of musicians to Europe most of them resettled primarily in Berlin and Dusseldorf. The new they sound created with some forward-thinking German producers was an irresistible dancefloor ready fusion of Disco, Techno & House and Highlife music driven by the latest technology of the day which was the drum machine. Presented here are 10 tracks from some very rare records that tell throw more light on this under-reported part of Ghana's rich musical history.
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Turntables:
Technics SL-1210 mk2

Cartridges:
Shure M44-7

Mixer:
Condesa Carmen V

Cameras:
- Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
- Panasonic GH4 (Top Angle)

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[cedricd]

I'm just discovering this. Blessings from Japan.

[kwesi]

As a Ghanaian born and raised in the states, I was only exposed to a little bit of Ghanaian disco and funk as a child. I don't recognize any of these songs but the beats and the rhythms are so familar. Thank you for putting together this mix, the nostalgia has filled my office today :)

[yesyeahyes]

This is one of my favorite sets on this channel that I come back to again and again ✨️

[Andrepaulistano_]

Here's Volta 45's set list:

0:16: Bepo So Dua (Osode Akosua)

5:25: Ye Wɔ Ayiemu (C. S. T. Amankwah)

12:32: Sika Be Ba (A. B. Crentsil's Ahenfo Band)

18:09: Kyere Me Wodo (Nana Acheampong)

23:51: Mayenkatam (Sam T)

31:07: Yempa Aba (Kojo Frimpong)]

36:24: Yebi (Alan Cosmos Bam Baaba Soundz)

41:22: Ye Kae Yen Mpanifoɔ (Kyeremateng Atwedee)

[chrisshako]

23:26 of the best sets for sure I've heard period on YouTube for pure vibes and music regardless of genre. Just play and vibe out

[pipefx]

african music esp. ghana has some of the most beautiful guitar in the world, i can never get enough

[serdarolguner]

My father passed away 4 years ago and this guy looks like %100 him, Love You man ! I love people I love you guys ! Hi from Estonia !

[nikchamp]

I listen to this almost every morning. My favorite set to date. Thank you ❤

[whispering]

Thx, this made my day brighter, greeting from Ukraine 🌸🙏

[fritzfaibil]

Why am i now seeing this as a Ghanaian Vinly lover?

[DaTroofYo]

Ghana go to Ghana now...nice groove, sir.

[JC-rsnh]

so good, much love from a Nigerian-American 🇬🇭🇳🇬

[adjoawadee]

Growing up in ghana, I’ve been so blessed to listen to these songs! Thanks for a good old nostalgic feeling 🎉🎉

[TheSonicdruid]

What a beautiful, beautiful Ye Wɔ Ayiemu (C. S. T. Amankwah) It all began in Africa.

[elenabout]

23:51: Mayenkatam (Sam T)
sounds like AtaKak in the beginning:)

[triciaroy]

Everyone has such good plant game in these videos. Perfect Sunday vibes.

[lifebedis.]

The groovement is high, dance your wits to the sky.

[freakyflow]

Never heard of these performers before The music makes me want to go to Ghana get some coffee And relax in your backyard

[danieladavidoffstudent]

Play this for my students while we paint, love!!!

[GaryShowbiz]

I used to have a sitting room that looked just like that! Back when I was with it