How Ghana's Multitalented Collective, SuperJazzClub, Is Shaping Global Culture

Introduction

SuperJazzClub, the Accra-based collective, is pushing boundaries once again with their genre-defying EP, Monochrome Radio. Known for fusing R&B, hiplife, electronic rhythms, and more, this collective’s musical explorations go beyond the mainstream, offering an alternative sound that blends global influences with African roots. Their new EP exemplifies their commitment to innovation while continuing their legacy of fearlessly merging art forms.

Formed in 2018, SuperJazzClub is a seven-member group made up of Seyyoh, Ansah, BiQo, Tano Jackson, Øbed, Joey Turks, and Anthony. These musicians, producers, filmmakers, and visionaries have embraced non-conformity from the start. They first caught attention with the release of tracks like “A Couple Black Kids” and “Bordeaux,” showcasing an experimental approach that merges synth-heavy soundscapes with Ghanaian hip-hop and afrobeats. Their mission is simple yet profound: to create a space for free expression while challenging one-dimensional narratives about West African music. They find inspiration from across the world—jazz, hip hop, highlife, electronic, R&B, and afrobeats; you name it.

Beyond music, the collective is deeply involved in other art forms. From being filmmakers and photographers, who help shape the group’s visual narrative and identity, infusing cinematic storytelling into their music videos, to taking us into fashion and culture, leading collaborations like their Reebok x Margiela sneaker project and building their distinct style. Together, they form a creative force that is impossible to box into a single discipline.

A Safe Space for Creative Expression

What truly sets SuperJazzClub apart is their approach to storytelling. The collective has cultivated an artistic space where vulnerability and freeform expression thrive. On their debut EP, For All the Good Times, they explored deep emotional themes, opening with a lush female voice on "July 4th" confessing feelings of uncertainty and existential doubt. This kind of raw emotion is a staple of SuperJazzClub’s music, giving listeners a sense of community and understanding.

The group’s shared love for art has allowed them to create works that crosses boundaries. Their DIY spirit has also resonated with fans across the globe, and features in influential publications like i-D, CLASH and The Native Mag.

SuperJazzClub isn’t just about creating groundbreaking music; they’re a group of fully realised talents across various creative disciplines. United by a shared mission to challenge the one-dimensional narrative often attached to West African music, they aim to carve out more space for alternative and fringe artistic expression, not just in Ghana but globally.

SuperJazzClub follows in the footsteps of collectives like La Meme Gang and Asakaa, who have gone against the grain in Ghana’s music industry. However, what makes SuperJazzClub unique is their deliberate embrace of multidisciplinary art, incorporating skateboarding, fashion, and film into their brand.

“We are trying to show children, or any creative, that they can make the art they love and still make a living out of it,” Øbed asserts via Nataal media.

Their music isn't just about pushing sonic limits; it's about building a community of mavericks.

What’s Next?

With Monochrome Radio now available for the world to enjoy, SuperJazzClub is taking their sound to the stage. Fresh off the heels of their stellar performances at the Cross The Tracks Festival and Recess’ Dreamland Margate Weekender, the collective performed at the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland (back in July of this year). Sharing the stage with musical heavyweights like Andre 3000, Janelle Monáe, and Lenny Kravitz, this is a monumental moment for SuperJazzClub—a leap from the underground to the major leagues.

As SuperJazzClub continues to carve out their own lane, they are poised to expand their influence even further with Monochrome Radio. Their music reflects their collective’s purpose—bold, experimental, and representative of a new wave in African creativity. Their sound knows no borders, and with each release, they challenge the status quo, pushing listeners to embrace eclectic, genre-blurring music.

For fans of forward-thinking music, Monochrome Radio is an essential listen. It showcases the collective’s ability to blend styles and tell stories that resonate on a deep emotional level, offering an alternative soundtrack to modern life.

SuperJazzClub is set to bring their sound to Europe, kicking off their tour in Berlin before hitting stages in Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, and London. For those looking to experience the energy and creativity of this Ghanaian collective live, this is an opportunity not to be missed.