Epixode
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 |
Theophilus Nii Arday Otoo (born 16 March 1990), known professionally as Epixode, is a Ghanaian reggae–dancehall singer, painter, and creative director.[1][2]
Early life
Epixode was born and raised in Jamestown, Accra, where he was exposed to traditional Ghanaian music through his mother, a cultural music performer. He began writing and performing music in his early teens, winning local dancehall competitions by the early 2010s.[3]
Career
Epixode's style blends reggae, dancehall, highlife, and Afrobeats, using English, Ga, Twi, and Jamaican patois. His singles include Atia,[4] Stubborn Souljah, Too Much,[5] Wahala Dey,[6] and Efie Nsem.[7][8]
In 2023, he performed at the Afro Summer Jam in Switzerland.[9][10] He also performed at the Reggae Geel in Belgium, and headlined the Highlife Konnect Concert in Zurich in 2023.[11] He has also stated publicly that he sees himself as part of a movement to revive Ghanaian highlife music.[12]
Notable collaborations
Awards and recognition
- 2021: Winner – Best Reggae/Dancehall Artiste of the Year[14]
- 2024: Winner – Reggae/Dancehall Song of the Year[15]
- TGMAs 2025 Music for Good Award winner[16]
International Reggae and World Music Awards
- 2021: Nominated – Best African Entertainer[17]
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.[18][19][20] He also advocates for preserving Ghana's music heritage through cataloging and archiving artist works.[21][22] In 2024, he launched a cultural initiative coaching underserved youth in arts and music.[23]
Discography
Singles and EPs
- Atia (Hi Life Rendition) featuring Kwabena Kwabena (2022)[24]
- Jehovah featuring Stonebwoy (2022)[25]
- Stubborn Souljah (2023)[26]
- Obra (Nyame Bra) featuring Santrofi (2023)[27]
- Millions (2025)[28]
- 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)[29]
References
- ^ "Vpal Music to release Epixode's new single Gyal dem sugar". GhanaWeb. 9 February 2017. Retrieved 5 August 2025.
- ^ "MusicEpixode Theophilus Nii Arday Otoo".
- ^ "Vpal Music to release Epixode's new single 'Gyal dem suga'". GhanaWeb. 2017-02-09. Archived from the original on 2024-12-28. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "'I made history' - Epixode speaks on how 'Atia' rekindled Highlife music". GhanaWeb. 2023-05-12. Archived from the original on 2024-12-19. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "WATCH: Epixode cements creative position with "Too Much"". www.classfmonline.com. 2020-06-18. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "Epixode releases video of his song on social justice 'Wahala Dey'". 2019-10-28. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "I am a 'mad' and difficult artiste to work with – Epixode - MyJoyOnline". Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "Ghana's music will sell more if we document it well - Epixode - MyJoyOnline". Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ GNA (2023-07-18). "Epixode recounts memorable performance at Highlife concert in Switzerland". Ghana News Agency. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "Epixode, Adane, Okyeame Kwame, other superstars to headline Ghana Day Festival in Switzerland". 2023-06-10. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "Epixode recounts memorable performance at Highlife concert in Switzerland". 2023-07-19. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "Rekindling love for Highlife, my priority - Epixode". GhanaWeb. 11 April 2024. Retrieved 5 August 2025.
- ^ "Epixode recounts music journey on 'Jeovah' ft. Stonebwoy". GhanaWeb. 2018-03-20. Archived from the original on 2025-01-04. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "Epixode hopes to be as big as Grammy winner Kabaka Pyramid 'one day' - MyJoyOnline". Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "Epixode acknowledges fans support after latest VGMA win". 11 May 2023. Retrieved 5 August 2025.
- ^ Francis (2025-05-24). "Telecel honours Epixode with Music for Good Award at 26th TGMAs". The Business & Financial Times. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "IRAWMA Awards: Shatta Wale, Epixode, Stonebwoy others nominated". Retrieved 5 August 2025.
- ^ ""I designed Shatta Movement Family logo" - Epixode | Pulse Ghana". www.pulse.com.gh. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "Epixode talks headlining project..." Retrieved 5 August 2025.
- ^ Times, Ghanaian (2019-07-13). "Educate young artistes to sign musical contracts - Epixode". Ghanaian Times. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "I made history – Epixode speaks on 'Atia' rekindled Highlife music". GhanaWeb. 12 May 2023. Retrieved 5 August 2025.
- ^ "Highlife is the sound of the future - Epixode - MyJoyOnline". Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ^ "Epixode engages upcoming musicians in a music development seminar".
- ^ Teye, Abigail (2025-06-02). ""Only Kwabena Kwabena responded after reaching out to many highlife artistes for Atia Donko remix" - Epixode". Asaase Radio. Retrieved 2025-08-07.
- ^ yghanadmin (2018-03-19). "Listen Up: Epixode features Stonebwoy on 'Jehovah'". YFM Ghana. Retrieved 2025-08-07.
- ^ "Ghana's music will sell more if we document it well - Epixode - MyJoyOnline". Retrieved 2025-08-07.
- ^ "Epixode release new highlife jam, "O'bra (Onyame Bra)" featuring Santrofi Band - AmeyawDebrah.com". 2023-04-14. Retrieved 2025-08-07.
- ^ "Musicians should be decorous in their choice of lyrics - Epixode".
- ^ Otchere, Gertrude Owireduwaah (2022-10-19). "Epixode unveils tracklist for 'Atia Archive' EP - Adomonline.com". Retrieved 2025-08-07.