Kwaku Gyasi
Kwaku Gyasi (born 17 December 1977) is a Ghanaian gospel singer.[1][2][3][4] His third album 'Ayeyi' was nominated for the 6th Ghana Music Awards.[5][6][7] He won four awards during the 2007 edition of the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards.[5]
Early life and education
Kwaku was born to Angelina Appiah and Kwame Kyei, both traders from Elmina. He grew up at Asafo in Kumasi. He started School at APS and later attended the Kumasi Technical Institute (KTI) where he graduated in 1996.
Music career
He discovered his talent of singing and playing of numerous musical instruments and decided to start his music career with the help of Elder Mireku, Elder Sarpong and the Church of Pentecost.[8][9] His first two albums were 'Sumsum Kronkron Gya' and 'Onkwafoo'. He later added other albums like 'Ayeyi' and 'Onyame Aseda' to his songlist.[10][11][12][13][14]
Personal life
He is married to Mercy Adu Poku.[15]
Awards and nominations
Vodafone Ghana Music Awards
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007[5] | 'Onyame Aseda' | Gospel song of the year | Won |
| Gospel album of the year | Won | ||
| Himself | Gospel artist of the year | Won | |
| 'Ade Akye Abia' featuring Christiana Love | Best Collaboration of the Year | Won |
References
- ^ "2nd edition of National Gospel Music Awards launched". www.myjoyonline.com.
- ^ Abedu-Kennedy, Dorcas (17 April 2019). "Video: Why I'm not in hurry for 'new release' - Kwaku Gyasi". AdomOnline.com. Retrieved 28 April 2019.
- ^ "Diana Hamilton deserves Gospel Artiste of the Year - Kwaku Gyasi". www.graphic.com.gh. 7 April 2019. Retrieved 28 April 2019.
- ^ Dadzie, Kwame (21 June 2018). "Elder Mireku to celebrate 40th anniversary with three concerts". Citi Newsroom. Retrieved 28 April 2019.
- ^ a b c "Meet all the winners of Ghana Music Awards since it started in 1999". www.ghanaweb.com. 1 April 2019. Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ "Remember musician Kwaku Gyasi? This is how he looks now". www.ghanaweb.com. 4 August 2017. Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ "Modern gospel musicians don't have content - Kwaku Gyasi". www.ghanaweb.com. 29 March 2018. Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ "Video: Why I'm not in hurry for 'new release' – Kwaku Gyasi". www.myjoyonline.com. 17 April 2019. Archived from the original on 28 April 2019. Retrieved 17 March 2026.
- ^ "Stonebwoy, Shatta Wale, Yaa Pono, Kwaku Gyasi, Lilwin, Others Thrill Fans At 2019 VGMA Nominees Jam(PHOTOS)". www.peacefmonline.com. 8 April 2019. Archived from the original on 11 April 2019. Retrieved 28 April 2019.
- ^ "I see no competition from any gospel artiste – Kwaku Gyasi". www.ghanaweb.com. 1 February 2019. Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ "VGMA Nominees Jam: Adina, Obaapa Christy fail to perform". www.myjoyonline.com. Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ Agyare, Peace (7 August 2018). "I Will Never Collaborate With A Secular Artiste – Kwaku Gyasi". Ghafla! Ghana. Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ "Diana Asamoah, Kwaku Gyasi attend launch of 'Abba Father' 19 in Kumasi". www.ghanaweb.com. 1 February 2019. Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ "Photos: Kwaku Gyasi makes a fashion statement at Adom Praiz 2018". www.myjoyonline.com. Archived from the original on 4 September 2018. Retrieved 13 April 2019.
- ^ "KWAKU GYASI MARRIES MERCY". Modern Ghana. 21 December 2006. Retrieved 7 April 2019.