Born Stephen Frimpong widely known as Khendi Beat is a popular Ghanaian talented versatile music producer/Sound Engineer who specializes in drill music production. He has gained a significant following with his unique style and infectious tune making. His production often incorporate elements of traditional Ghanaian music with modern influenced drill now known globally as the “Ghanaian Drill”or Asakaa creating a captivating and energetic sound.
Khendi Beat gained massive popularity through the Kumerican era. Ah, the Kumerican era! an exciting movement that emerged from Kumasi, the capital city of the Ashanti Region in Ghana. The Kumerican era is all about celebrating and showcasing the unique culture, fashion, and music of the people from Kumasi.
This movement was largely popularized by the Asakaa Boys, a group of talented young artists who introduced a fresh sound called “Asakaa” or “Kumerican Drill.” The Asakaa Boys, including artists like Yaw Tog, O’Kenneth, and Kwaku DMC, gained widespread recognition for their catchy beats, clever wordplay, and energetic performances.
During that time, Khendi Beats production “Sore” became top trending song involved with Asakaa genre. The song was for Yaw Tog which featured the current Asakaa Boys and later featured popular British rapper, Stormzy.
Just recently Khendi Beat trends on social media after Yaw Tog releases his most anticipated and talked about Album, Young And Matured. The whole conversation was about a MindBlowing production of the album. Ghanaian was so excited and applauded for such matured standard of the sound production.
He master produced, 10 songs on the album including the trending track so far, “Can’t Stop” which featured Africa’s most decorated rapper, Sarkodie. Young And Matured, Whisky and etc.
Below are some of the uncountable hits song produced by Khendi Beat;
Yaw Tog – Sei Mu
Yaw Tog – Young&Matured
King Paluta – Aseda
King Paluta – Yaheti
Rap Fada – Odo Bi Ye Bad
YPEE – Akohwie
YPEE – Kwacha