Ghanaian Highlife Achieves UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Status

December 11, 2025

In a landmark decision that celebrates over a century of musical innovation, Ghana’s Highlife music and dance have been officially added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

How ODUMODUBLVCK’s ‘Pay Me’ Samples a Hiplife Classic for a Modern Anthem

September 5, 2025

The new blockbuster track from ODUMODUBLVCK, Stormzy, and Zlatan is already a certified anthem. But for those with a deep memory of West African hits, the real magic lies in its foundation. We’re diving into how ODUMODUBLVCK’s ‘Pay Me’ samples VIP’s ‘Ahomka Wo Mu’ to create a modern masterpiece.