From Ghana Soundz Volume 2
In the 1930s, Sam’s Trio, led by Jacob Sam, was the most influential of the high-life guitar-bands. Their “Yaa Amponsah”, three versions of which were recorded in 1928 for Zonophone, was a major hit that remains a popular staple of numerous high-life bands.
6 replies on “Ogyatanaa- Yaa Amponsah”
Ebo Taylor played that song last night as an encore for his show :)…
Classics are classics…
This is an amazing one- takes me back
But a very different version – much staighter…
it’s a classic though, because of the message
Yeah this “Ghana Soundz” album looked for recordings that DJs could use in parties, mainly…