Entertainment of Sunday, 8 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comLegendary Ghanaian guitarist and composer Ebo Taylor has died at the age of 90. The highlife pioneer passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, leaving behind a rich legacy of music that shaped Ghana’s sound and influenced generations worldwide. Ebo Taylor, widely regarded as a pioneer of modern Ghanaian music, played a key role in shaping the sound of highlife through his fusion of traditional Fante rhythms, jazz, and other global influences. Ebo Taylor: The Ghanaian musician who helped put West African music on the world mapThe festival, which coincided with his 90th birthday, drew music lovers and admirers from across the globe to Ghana to celebrate his life and legacy. Many remember Taylor not only for his groundbreaking music but also for his enduring influence on Ghanaian culture and the international music scene.

Source: GhanaWeb February 08, 2026 19:00 UTC