Kofi Owusu Dua Anto
| Kofi Owusu Dua Anto | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Augustine Kofi Owusu Dua Anto |
| Also known as | KODA |
| Born |
December 15, 1978 Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana |
| Genres | Gospel, Urban contemporary gospel |
| Occupation(s) |
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| Instruments |
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| Years active | (2010–present) |
| Labels | "ELKSMUSIK" |
| Associated acts |
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Kofi Owusu Dua Anto (born December 15, 1978), known mononymously as KODA, is a Ghanaian gospel singer, songwriter, record producer and multi-instrumentalist from Takoradi.[1]
Early life and education
KODA fell in love with musical instruments at a tender age then his mother enrolled him in a music class at the age of 10 where he developed his skills to play the guitar. He went to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) where he became the mass choir director of the university.
KODA was also the music director and instrumentalist of the "Music Wing of Baptist Students Union", "KNUST's Simply Jazz Crew", "God's Instruments" and a leading member of "Da Project" which was a legendary Ghanaian contemporary gospel group then.
Music career
After tertiary education, he co-wrote, mixed, mastered and produced the exceptional album, 'Awurade Ei' for KNUST's "God's Instruments" at KODED studios, Takoradi, Ghana. The album received massive recognition in the country. It had great hits such as 'Awurade Ei (Se Woma Wonsa Soa), 'Tumi' and 'Onyame Ye D'awase'[2]
He also worked on Nii Okai's 'Moko Be' and 'Holy writings' albums which actually blew him up as a producer.[3]
KODA has mentored and worked with many gospel artists in Ghana including the likes of Nii Okai, "Pastor Joseph Gyebi", "Danny Nettey", Pastor Joe Beecham, "Daughters of Glorious Jesus", "Joyful Way Inc.", Pastor Helen Yawson, Yaw Osei-Owusu, "Ike Manor", "Eugene Zuta", among others.
KODA and "The Anointed"
The Anointed is a music group formed by KODA and his friends based in Takoradi. The group has supported many gospel ministries in the country and overseas.
KODA currently has three vocal and two gospel jazz albums to his credit. "Nyame Beye" which is the first and "Waye Wie" which had hits including 'Waye Wie', 'Zion's song', 'Poma', 'Amen' and others. His third album "Black & White" had many hits like; 'Guide Me O', 'Nkwa Abodoo', 'Obiara Nte Se Wo',[4] including the controversial single, 'Nsem Pii'.[5]
As a music tutor, he released a two instructional DVD on bass and lead guitar and also a live DVD of one of his major concerts. He has been working as a ghost producer (remaining low profile but rather focusing on grassroot ministry works and mentoring young and coming artists).
Personal life
KODA is Married to "Ewurama Dua Anto" also an anointed singer with an album to her credit and they currently have a son (a baby boy).[6]
Discography
Albums
| Title | Album details |
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| Nyame Beye (God'll do it) |
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| Waye Wie (He's done it) |
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| My Passion - Christian Jazz |
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| Joy - Christian Jazz |
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| Black & White |
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Major Singles
Awards and nominations
| Year | Event | Prize | Recipient / Nominated work | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Ghana Music Awards | Record of the Year | Nkwaa Abodoo | Won | [10][11] |
| 2013 | Christian Community Music Awards | Song with a Cause | Nsem Pii | Nominated | [12] |
| 2012 | Africa Gospel Music Awards | Producer of the Year | Himself | Nominated | [13] |
References
- ↑ "Koda Set To Release Another Hot Single Tomorrow 1st May". Modern Ghana. April 30, 2014. Retrieved September 14, 2015.
- ↑ "‘Gye W’ Ayeyi’-God’s Instruments sing".
- ↑ "Nii Okai’s launches "Holy Writings"".
- ↑ "KODA - Obiara Nte Se Wo".
- ↑ "Churches frown on KODA’S "Nsem Pii" song".
- ↑ "All my friends have relocated to Accra because of music - KODA".
- ↑ "KODA – Nkwa Abodoo (Bread Of Life) (Feat Nacy) (Live Performance)". ghanandwom.com. 17 March 2015. Retrieved 7 September 2015.
- ↑ "Myjoyonline's Gospel Music Review: Nkwa Abodoo ( Bread of Life ) KODA ft Nacy". Myjoyonline.com. 14 January 2015. Retrieved 7 September 2015.
- ↑ "Churches Frown On KODA’S “Nsem Pii” Song". gospelgh.com. Retrieved 7 September 2015.
- ↑ Adinkra, Fiifi (7 April 2015). "VGMA Industry Awards 2015 Winners". ghanandwom. Fiifi Adinkra. Retrieved 15 September 2015.
- ↑ "List of nominees for 2015 Ghana Music Awards". dailyguideghana. dailyguideghana. 28 February 2015. Retrieved 15 September 2015.
- ↑ "2013 Christian Community Music Awards (CCMA) – The Most Wanted". 233livenews. 24 April 2013. Retrieved 15 September 2015.
- ↑ "Nacy, Ohemaa Mercy, Gifty Osei, Skuulfoo, Nii Okai, Others Nominated For Africa Gospel Music Awards 2012+Full List Of Nomination". newsghana. 7 June 2012. Retrieved 15 September 2015.