Epixode
Ghanaian musician and fine art painter (born 1990)
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Theophilus Nii Arday Otoo (born 16 March 1990), known professionally as Epixode, is a Ghanaian reggae–dancehall singer, painter, and creative director.[1]
16 March 1990
Epixode | |
|---|---|
| Born | Theophilus Nii Arday Otoo 16 March 1990 Jamestown, Accra, Ghana |
| Genres | Reggae, Dancehall, Highlife |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter, painter, creative director |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 2010–present |
Early life
Career
Epixode's style blends reggae, dancehall, highlife, and Afrobeats, using English, Ga, Twi, and Jamaican patois. His singles include Atia,[3] Stubborn Souljah, Too Much,[4] Wahala Dey,[5] and Efie Nsem.[6][7]
In 2023, he performed at the Afro Summer Jam in Switzerland.[8][9] He also performed at the Reggae Geel in Belgium, and headlined the Highlife Konnect Concert in Zurich in 2023.[10] He has also stated publicly that he sees himself as part of a movement to revive Ghanaian highlife music.[11]
Notable collaborations
Awards and recognition
Artistry
Epixode is a trained visual artist. He has designed album art, stage visuals, and promotional graphics, and is credited with creating the SM logo for Shatta Wale.[17][18][19] He also advocates for preserving Ghana's music heritage through cataloging and archiving artist works.[20][21] In 2024, he launched a cultural initiative coaching underserved youth in arts and music.[22]
Discography
Singles and EPs
- Atia (Hi Life Rendition) featuring Kwabena Kwabena (2022)[23]
- Jehovah featuring Stonebwoy (2022)[24]
- Stubborn Souljah (2023)[7]
- Obra (Nyame Bra) featuring Santrofi (2023)[25]
- Millions (2025)[26]
- Agbo (2025)
- Chop n' Go (2024)
- Obi Girl (2024)
- Chooboi (2024)
- Nyash featuring Krus Band (2024)
- Efie Nsem with Krus Band (2024)
Albums / EPs
- Atia – The Archive (2022)[27]