Ebo Taylor
A landmark recording from one of Ghana’s great musical architects: Ebo Taylor’

Ebo Taylor

Ebo Taylor

€ 26,95
  • LP
Label
Dix, Essiebons
Expected release
10 October 2025
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Description

A landmark recording from one of Ghana’s great musical architects, Ebo Taylor’s 1977 self-title release marked the first solo LP by the legendary guitarist, arranger, and composer after years behind the scenes shaping the sound of modern highlife. 

Emerging during a pivotal era in Ghana’s cultural and political life, the album finds Taylor fusing his roots in Fante traditional rhythms with the electric groove of American funk, soul, and jazz - a sound honed during his time studying in London and comparing notes with the likes of Fela Kuti and members of Osibisa.

Recorded for the Essiebons label, Ebo Taylor label, Ebo Taylor brims with richly layered horns, deep Afrobeat-inspired grooves, and a melodic sophistication that speaks to Taylor’s gift as both bandleader and storyteller. Unjustly overlooked at the time, Ebo Taylor has since become a touchstone for cratediggers worldwide, with tracks like “Heaven” achieving cult status among DJs and collectors.

Now reissued by Strut Records, this release includes newly restored and remastered audio by The Carvery and See Why Audio, as well as new liner notes containing an interview with Taylor’s son, Henry Taylor.

Tracklist

A

  • 1.Saana05:45
  • 2.Ntsir A06:05
  • 3.Bra04:16

B

  • 1.Ohye Atar Gyan06:05
  • 2.Heaven06:04
  • 3.Amponsah06:21

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