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Collins Sarpong | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | Kumasi, Ghana |
| Genres | Afrobeats, Afro-pop, R&B, Dancehall, Soka, Drill and Highlife. |
| Occupation(s) | Record Producer/ Mixing and Mastering Engineer |
| Instrument(s) | Drums, Keyboard, Drum Machine, Synthesizer, Sampler, Music Sequencer. |
| Years active | 2014 - Present |
Collins Sarpong popularly known as K.C Beatz is Ghanaian record producer who specializes in Afrobeats, Afro-pop, R&B, Dancehall, Soka, Drill and Highlife.
Background and Early Life
[edit]Collins Sarpong, professionally known as K.C Beatz, was born in Kumasi in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. His passion for music started at a young age, inspired by the vibrant sounds of traditional Ghanaian music blended with global genres. He developed a strong foundation in rhythm and melody, which later influenced his genre-spanning production style. His journey into music production began in 2014, where he steadily gained recognition within Ghana’s music industry for his technical expertise and innovative approach.
Career Highlights and Contributions
[edit]K.C Beatz’s career took a significant turn in 2015 when he produced, mixed, and mastered Flow King Stone’s track Fire Bon Dem, a song that earned two nominations at the 2016 Ghana Music Awards. Building on this success, he worked on a remix featuring Ghanaian heavyweights Sarkodie and Shatta Wale, earning additional nominations in the 2017 Ghana Music Awards. In 2018, his production of 'Obia Wone Master' by Yaa Pono featuring Stonebwoy won the Hiplife Song of the Year at the Ghana Music Awards and Hiplife Artist of the Year at the Ghana Music Awards UK, cementing his place in the industry.
Albums and Projects
[edit]K.C Beatz has contributed to a range of notable albums, working with some of Ghana’s top artists. His credits include Gifted I & II by Flow king Stone, Light House EP and Album by Akwaboah, STN and 10 AM by Strongman, and Wuieve by Enam.
- Flow king Stone - Gifted I & II
- Akwaboah - Light House EP
- Akwaboah - Light House
- Strongman - STN
- Strongman - 10 AM
- Enam - Wuieve
Notable Collaborations and Production Credits
[edit]Known for his expertise across genres like Afrobeats, Afro-pop, Hip-Hop, R&B, Dancehall, Highlife, and Drill, K.C Beatz has an extensive catalog of collaborations. He has worked with renowned artists including Shatta Wale, Flow king Stone, Akwaboah, Strongman, Ice Prince , Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, Wendy Shey, and Kwaku Smoke, producing a number of hits that have resonated with audiences both in Ghana and internationally.
Artist(s) and Song Title
[edit]- Flow King Stone - Fire Bon Dem
- Flow king Stone ft. Sarkodie & Shatta Wale - Fire Bon Dem Remix
- Shatta Wale ft. Flowking Stone - Go Mingle
- Yaa Pono ft. Stonebwoy - Obia Wone Master
- Flow king Stone ft. Akwaboah - Blow My Mind
- Akwaboah - Posti Me
- Strongman ft. Wendy Shay - Mokobe
- Guru - No Noise
- Guru - Nana Ama
- Kwaku Smoke ft. Bosom P-Yung - Tonight
- Akwaboah ft. Sarkodie - Mengye Mani
- Strongman ft. Ice Prince - “We Dey Move”
- Enam (produced by Qwekus and K.C Beatz) - Wuieve
- Flow king Stone ft. Mufty Bell - Asikyire
- Akwaboah ft. TXT (prod. by K.C Beatz & Akwaboah) - Letter to My Spouse
- Akwaboah ft. Kwabena Kwabena - My Darling
- Akwaboah - One Day
- Akwaboah - Try Me
- Enam - Libation
Production Style and Techniques
[edit]K.C Beatz’s production style is characterized by his innovative blending of African rhythms with modern genres. Known for his versatility, he plays multiple instruments, including drums, keyboard, drum machine, synthesizer, sampler, and sequencer. His refined production approach emphasizes intricate beats and dynamic sounds, which have become his signature in the Afrobeat and Hip-Hop scenes. His use of Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) and technical expertise with sound design further enhances his distinct sound.
Influence and Legacy
[edit]Beyond his production work, K.C Beatz has also been influential as a vocal coach and mentor, guiding younger artists and producers in the industry. His commitment to elevating Ghanaian music and nurturing new talent highlights his lasting impact on the industry.