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Pat Thomas' 80th birthday concert

Name: Pat Thomas' 80th birthday concert
Start: 2026-09-26
End: 2026-09-26
Location: Accra

Pat Thomas' 80th birthday concert is a musical celebration honoring the career of the legendary Ghanaian highlife singer and songwriter. Scheduled for September 26, 2026, at the +233 Jazz Bar and Grill in Accra, the event features live performances by Thomas himself alongside a significant lineup of veteran and contemporary Ghanaian artists.

Date: Sep 26, 2026
Location: Accra
Status: Recently ended

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Event summary

Highlights

Performance by Pat Thomas, the "Golden Voice of Africa"
Collaborative sets backed by the Bessa Band
Appearances by highlife icons like Gyedu Blay Ambolley and Akosua Agyepong

The concert serves as a tribute to Pat Thomas, widely known as the "Golden Voice of Africa," marking eight decades of his life and his extensive contributions to the highlife genre. The evening is designed to showcase the enduring appeal of highlife music, a style Thomas has championed throughout his career while working with various groups such as the Uhuru Band, Sweet Beans, Marijata, and the Kwashibu Area Band.

Patrons can expect a wide array of musical performances from guest artists including Gyedu Blay Ambolley, Kwabena Kwabena, Amandzeba, Akosua Agyepong, and Ben Brako, among others. All featured performers will be backed by the Bessa Band. The event aims to gather music lovers to celebrate Thomas' legacy and his role in maintaining the prominence of highlife music within Ghana and internationally.

Practical details

Location described by the source: +233 Jazz Bar and Grill; www.myjoyonline.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Accra

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