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Epixode Celebrates ‘Father’, Inspiration Tinny

Epixode Celebrates ‘Father’, Inspiration Tinny

Reggae/Dancehall artiste Epixode, born Theophilus Nii Arday Otoo, has noted the huge influence rap star Tinny, born Nii Addo Quaynor, has had on him. He said they first met “through Loso [Ranking],” adding Tinny granted him a collaboration even though he was “a young artiste who didn’t have a big break”. Thereafter, Epixode explained, their relationship grew to the point he became Tinny’s “boy”. The creative director clarified the Osu-born Tinny did not teach him “much directly” but he “learnt so much” from him “when it comes to stagecraft”. The award-winning singer-songwriter said his July 1, 2024, Facebook post, accompanied by Tinny’s picture, was…
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I’m Proud To Be Part Of Artistes Reviving The Highlife Genre – Epixode

I’m Proud To Be Part Of Artistes Reviving The Highlife Genre – Epixode

After people loved and grooved to his ‘Atia’ hit song, Epixode has followed it up with another breathtaking Highlife song titled ‘O’bra’. Epixode has disclosed that he is happy to be part of other artistes who are trying to revive Highlife music in Ghana. He posited in an interview with Amansan Krakye, “I’m happy to be called the Highlife reviver and I’ll gladly accept the accolade, at least I’m part of not me alone but I feel like there are other artistes who are trying their best to make sure people enjoy Highlife. “People will gain back the love for Highlife that we…
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A Student Confessed Passing His Exams After Listening To My Music – Epixode

A Student Confessed Passing His Exams After Listening To My Music – Epixode

Ghanaian reggae-dancehall musician Theophilus Nii Arday Otoo popularly known as Epixode has emphasized the importance of entertainers impacting the lives of people through their music. According to him, he believes that music can be a powerful tool for change and should be used to inspire others. In an interview with Onua FM on April 17, 2023, Epixode shared two instances where his music had a significant impact on people's lives. He recounted how his song had prevented someone from committing suicide and how another person had passed his exams after learning the lyrics of his song. “…I have this song called ‘Sinner’s Prayer, somebody…
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Sometimes I Fake It When I’m With Friends Who Smoke Or Take Alcohol – Epixode

Sometimes I Fake It When I’m With Friends Who Smoke Or Take Alcohol – Epixode

Ghanaian artiste Epixode has explained why he does not smoke or take alcohol. He told Kwame Dadzie in an interview on Joy Prime that contrary to the perception that people in the showbiz circles are drug addicts and live debauched lifestyles, he is an exception. According to him, he was brought up in a home which prohibited alcoholism, smoking or acts that could dent the image of the family. Asked how he feels when he is in the midst of his colleague musicians who are into such lifestyles, he said sometimes pretends to belong. “Sometimes I fake it. Sometimes I dey backstage…
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Epixode Cites Impersonation As Reason He ‘Sacked’ His Former Manager

Epixode Cites Impersonation As Reason He ‘Sacked’ His Former Manager

Ghanaian artiste Theophilus Naa Ardey Otoo aka Epixode has disclosed why he parted ways with former manager Ezhibit. On November 11, 2022, Epixode made the announcement of the cessation of their contract through his lawyers. Speaking to Kwame Dadzie in an interview on Joy Prime he said because he was handling his page he used his page for business without his consent. “Per what our lawyers wrote, there was a sort of impersonation and it was not good for our brand. Because of the kind of work we do, we actually engage with people so I happened to have businesses with people…
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Epixode Hopes To Be As Big As Grammy Winner Kabaka Pyramid ‘One Day’

Epixode Hopes To Be As Big As Grammy Winner Kabaka Pyramid ‘One Day’

Ghanaian Reggae/Dancehall and Afrobeats artiste, Epixode is hoping to soar to the level of Jamaican artiste Kabaka Pyramid. The Jamaican reggae star won the 2023 Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album ‘The Kalling.’ He picked up the award at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards premiere ceremony, which took place at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 5. Reacting to his win on Twitter, Epixode shared a photo of Kabaka with the caption: “ONE DAY. Will be as big as Pyramid.” Kabaka Pyramid is a conscious lyricist who blends melody of Reggae with the lyricism of Hip hop.…
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