Ebo Taylor Drops New Single ‘Obi Do Woa’ Ahead of Upcoming Album ”Jazz Is Dead 021” and Tour Dates.

Ghanaian music legend Ebo Taylor has just released a brand-new single titled “Obi Do Woa,” offering fans a taste of his highly anticipated album Jazz Is Dead 021, set to drop in October. The track showcases Taylor’s signature highlife sound, infused with his rich and distinctive vocal prowess, marking a perfect introduction to the upcoming project.

The legendary highlife pioneer, now 89, shows no signs of slowing down, recently captivating audiences with performances at the We Out Here Festival and Hootananny in Brixton, UK, as well as Festivalle in Sicily. His continued energy and passion for music have been widely celebrated, making him a revered figure in global music circles.

“Obi Do Woa” was recorded at the renowned Linear Labs studio in Los Angeles, with contributions from members of the Ebo Taylor Family band from Ghana. The project, spearheaded by acclaimed producers Adrian Younge and Ali Shaheed Muhammad, is part of the Jazz Is Dead series—a movement dedicated to celebrating the legacies of musical icons through live performances, visual media, and new analog recordings.

Adrian Younge and Ali Shaheed Muhammad, the masterminds behind Jazz Is Dead, expressed their deep respect and admiration for Taylor, calling it an honor to work with such a legendary figure. The Jazz Is Dead movement, founded in 2017, aims to preserve and promote the artistry of music legends by creating new music, hosting live concerts, and producing visual content that celebrates their contributions to the industry.

Ebo Taylor’s upcoming album Jazz Is Dead 021 is the third edition in the compilation series, and it’s already generating buzz within the music community. In conjunction with the album’s release, Jazz Is Dead has curated a tour that will see Taylor performing across North America, Mexico, and Brazil. This marks the first time the Ghanaian music icon will perform in Mexico and Brazil, adding to the excitement surrounding the tour.

The North American leg of the tour kicks off on October 9th in Los Angeles, where Taylor will be joined by his Family band and fellow Ghanaian musician Pat Thomas. Fans can expect a series of unforgettable performances as Taylor brings his timeless music to new audiences.

Tour Dates & Cities:

NORTH AMERICA
– Oct 9 – @thefordla, Los Angeles, CA
– Oct 14 – @revolutionhall, Portland, OR
– Oct 15 – @neumos_, Seattle, WA
– Oct 18 – @theuctheatre, Berkeley, CA
– Oct 20 – @metromusichall, Salt Lake City, UT
– Oct 22 – @cervantesmasterpiece, Denver, CO
– Oct 24 – @radioeastaustin, Austin, TX
– Oct 26 – @varietyplayhouse, Atlanta, GA
– Oct 28 – @finelinempls, Minneapolis, MN
– Oct 29 – @thaliahall, Chicago, IL
– Oct 31 – @thephoenixtoronto, Toronto, ON
– Nov 2 – @paradiserockclub, Boston, MA
– Nov 4 – @howardtheatre, Washington, DC
– Nov 7 – @mccartertheatre, Princeton, NJ
– Nov 10 – @websterhall, New York City, NY

BRAZIL
– Nov 15 – @autentica.bh, Belo Horizonte, BR
– Nov 23 – @casanaturamusical, São Paulo, BR

MEXICO
– Nov 30 – @foroindierocks, Mexico City, MX

Fans eager to experience the new album can preorder it at [jazzisdead.com] This release and the upcoming tour promise to be a celebration of Ebo Taylor’s enduring legacy and a testament to his influence on global music.