Ebo Taylor and Arthur Verocai

Aug 19, 2023 at 8:00 PM · The UC Theatre, Berkeley, CA The UC Theatre, Berkeley, CA

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Ebo Taylor

Ebo Taylor is a Ghanaian guitarist and producer known for fusing highlife with Afrobeat, jazz, and funk. A former Stargazers member, he made albums like Twer Nyame and Ebo Taylor & the Pelikans, and produced Pat Thomas and C.K. Mann.

Arthur Verocai

Arthur Verocai, born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is a revered composer, arranger, and conductor. He masterfully blends bossa nova, soul, jazz, and funk. His 1972 self-titled debut album achieved cult status and was widely sampled by hip-hop artists. His discography includes "Encore" and "No Vôo do Urubu." He has collaborated with prominent artists like Ivan Lins, Gal Costa, BadBadNotGood, and Hiatus Kaiyote, known for his unique orchestral sound.