Simigwa

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Strut Records is proud to announce a new official reissue of Simigwa by Gyedu-Blay Ambolley, the starting point of a new series dedicated to the legendary Ghanaian label Essiebons. Founded by Ghanaian music producer Dick Essilfie-Bondzie in 1959, Essiebons is one of the most important independent labels in Ghana and has counted key artists such as Gyedu-Blay Ambolley, C.K. Mann and Ebo Taylor among its ranks.Behind the iconic cover of "Simigwa" lies a revolutionary album in every way, recognized as one of the greatest Ghanaian classics of the 1970s. Originally released in 1975, this record, marked by the influence of James Brown and loaded with contagious rhythms and high-voltage brass, introduces the public to Ambolley's unique and innovative style. His fusion of highlife, funk and soul would durably influence generations to come.This new reissue on Strut Records includes an exclusive interview with Ambolley himself, offering new perspectives on the genesis of the album that made him an essential figure.Strut Records is proud to announce a new official reissue of Simigwa by Gyedu-Blay Ambolley, the starting point of a new series dedicated to the legendary Ghanaian label Essiebons. Founded by Ghanaian music producer Dick Essilfie-Bondzie in 1959, Essiebons is one of the most important independent labels in Ghana and has counted key artists such as Gyedu-Blay Ambolley, C.K. Mann and Ebo Taylor among its ranks.Behind the iconic cover of "Simigwa" lies a revolutionary album in every way, recognized as one of the greatest Ghanaian classics of the 1970s. Originally released in 1975, this record, marked by the influence of James Brown and loaded with contagious rhythms and high-voltage brass, introduces the public to Ambolley's unique and innovative style. His fusion of highlife, funk and soul would durably influence generations to come.This new reissue on Strut Records includes an exclusive interview with Ambolley himself, offering new perspectives on the genesis of the album that made him an essential figure.