In the recently released British science fiction drama, “The Kitchen” on Netflix, the unmistakable influence of Ghanaian music adds a unique flavor to the storyline.
The film revolves around a community’s steadfast refusal to abandon their homes, despite a government plot to eliminate all social housing in London.
As the protagonists navigate the corrupt system, they find solace and entertainment in the rhythmic tunes of veteran Ghanaian highlife artistes.
One memorable scene features a character inserting a vinyl disk into a record player, filling the air with the enchanting melodies of Alhaji K Frimpong’s 2010 hit, “Kyɛnkyɛn bi adi m’awu.”
In another impactful moment, the decade-old hiplife collaboration, “Odo Ndwom” by legends Kofi Nti, Ofori Amponsah, and Barosky, sets the background tone.
The infusion of these highlife songs into the fabric of the classic British film has sparked excitement among Ghanaians and reinforced the global influence of indigenous Ghanaian music.
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