Born Kwame Ametepee Tsikata, Manifest is a sensational Ghanaian Hip hop, Hiplife, Afrobeat and R&B artiste. Known as M Dot or M Diggidy, Manifest is indeed a phenomenal artirste who has won the heart of Ghanaians over the years since he made his music debut in 2005. His sense of musical originality and indegenous sense of style are qualities that cannot be overlooked.
His fashion sense is incredible with African themed costumes and colourful assorted Ghanaian beads. He is able to blend vintage with contemporary fashion creating a futuristic look that evokes an amazing sense of awe.
Born 20th November 1982, he is a rapper, singer-songwriter, record producer, public speaker, and entrepreneur. He is a graduate of Macalester College with Bachelor of Arts in Economics.
He has worked with prestigious artistes from across the globe such as Flea , Tony Allen, Brother Ali , Erykah Badu , Richy Pitch, A.R.M, Efya , EL, Sarkodie, Brymo , , G-Mo, Jayso , Worlasi, Cina Soul, Dex Kwasi, Nomisupasta, Tumi Molekane, Dj Mic Smith, Wanlov the Kubolor, Checkmate, Desdamona, Coptic, Drvmroll, Samahra Daly , HHP, Bisa Kdei, Camp Mulla , Obrafour, Blackway, Kid Konnect,among others.
He is dedicated to youth development and entrepreneurship and has over the years been involved in various youth projects such as Giant Steps, an interactive conference for entrepreneurial creatives and creative entrepreneurs.
He has received numerous awards and nominations such as Best Rapper of the year (2013) – Ghana Music Award, Hip-Hop Song of the Year (2013) – Ghana Music Awards, Best Hip-Hop Video – 4syte Music Video Awards, Minnesota Emerging composer Award (MECA) (2010) – American Composers Forum and Songwriter of the Year (2008) – City Pages
He is indeed a trend blazer when it comes to African fashion and has made African print costumes for men fashionable with pieces like African print suits, blazers, trousers. He is indeed an artiste putting Ghana on the map.
