The one-week observance in honour of the legendary Ghanaian musician is scheduled for this Saturday, March 14, in Saltpond, Central Region.

According to the announcement shared by the family, the memorial will begin at 6:30 a.m. at Wesley Methodist Church, Saltpond.

After the memorial, mourners will proceed to the next part of the observance in their prescribed attire, black, as the family has asked attendees to wear black for the ceremony.

The gathering is expected to attract family members, musicians, fans and members of the creative arts community who wish to pay tribute to one of Ghana’s most influential musical figures.Legendary Ghanaian highlife musician Ebo Taylor is dead.

The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) announced that he died at the age of 90 in the early hours of Saturday, 7 February 2026.

MUSIGA president Bessa Simons said: “Ghana and indeed the world has lost a great son.”

Taylor died only a month after marking his 90th birthday and a day following the inauguration of the Ebo Taylor Festival, which was established to celebrate his musical contributions.

He was born Deroy Taylor on January 6, 1936, in Cape Coast and grew to become one of Ghana’s most respected guitarists, composers, bandleaders and producers. Over a career spanning more than sixty years, he played a major role in developing highlife and Afrobeat in Ghana and internationally, fusing indigenous rhythms with elements of jazz, funk and soul to form his distinct musical style.

Taylor gained early recognition in the late 1950s through his involvement with the Stargazers and the Broadway Dance Band. He later travelled to London in 1962 with the Black Star Highlife Band, where he collaborated with Afrobeat trailblazer Fela Kuti and other African artistes, before returning to Ghana to produce songs for renowned musicians such as Pat Thomas and C.K. Mann.

His work later attracted global attention and reached new listeners worldwide. In the 21st century, his music was sampled by international producers, including Usher on “She Don’t Know” featuring Ludacris, which drew from Taylor’s track “Heaven.” He also produced highly praised albums including Love and Death (2008), Appia Kwa Bridge (2012) and Yen Ara (2018).

Taylor remained active in live performances and recording well into his late eighties. His most recent project was the Ebo Taylor JID022 album, released in 2025 under the Jazz Is Dead series.

MUSIGA’s tribute described him as “Saltpond’s light … Ghana’s legend … the world’s icon” and highlighted that he created and managed more than twelve bands throughout his career, with the last being the Ebo Taylor and Family Band.

His passing has drawn tributes from musicians and admirers across Ghana and the international music scene, many of whom acknowledge his influence in elevating West African music on the global stage.

The music industry is grieving the death of Kwabena Owusu, better known as Aseibu Amanfi, who died on the morning of Sunday, December 28, 2025, following a short illness.

A video shared on X the same day highlighted Amanfi's passing as a powerful reminder of his influence and the mark he left on generations, signalling the close of a chapter in Ghana’s vibrant highlife music history.

His legendary track, “Kakra b3ka wo” ("a little will tell you" or "little by little will reveal to you"), embodies the virtue of patience and the revelations that come with time.

Aseibu Amanfi was a towering presence in Ghana’s music scene, celebrated for his emotive voice and the lively rhythms that brought his songs to life.

He once said, "We have somewhere to go or a journey to embark on," reflecting on life and mortality during a performance paying tribute to the late Daddy Lumba.

With unforgettable songs like "Kakra Bɛka Wo," "Bamaso," and "Asoko," Amanfi’s music has become an enduring part of Ghanaian culture, bridging generations and resonating with fans of all ages.

His work was more than entertainment; it became a cultural legacy, linking people across different times and experiences.

“In life, when a child is born, joy fills the air, celebrated with white cloth and gifts during naming ceremonies. However, when death strikes, we are left with sorrow and sympathy as we bid farewell,” he once said, capturing the profound emotions tied to life and loss.