Born in 1947 in the vibrant port city of Sekondi-Takoradi inwestern Ghana, Gyedu-Blay Ambolley's musical journeybegan with early influences from his father's military bandflute playing and local highlife music. Ambolley'ssignificance in the music world extends far beyond Ghana'sborders. He is credited as the first musician from Ghana, andindeed the world, to formally incorporate rap forms intolocal highlife rhythms, creating a unique genre calledSimigwa.Throughout his career, Ambolley has demonstrated aremarkable ability to blend diverse musical influences. Hissound incorporates elements of traditional Ghanaianrhythms, American Jazz, Funk, and Soul, creating a richtapestry of musical expression. During his time working withAgogo Records since 2017, Ambolley has continued to pushboundaries and explore new musical territories.