Ghostpoet

British Experimental Music Artist

Ghostpoet, the stage name of Obaro Ejimiwe, is a British musician and singer-songwriter known for his distinctive style that blends elements of electronica, hip hop, and spoken word. Emerging in the early 2010s, Ghostpoet gained recognition with his debut album "Peanut Butter Blues & Melancholy Jam," which was shortlisted for the prestigious Mercury Prize in 2011. His subsequent albums, including "Shedding Skin" (2015), "Dark Days + Canapés" (2017), and "I Grow Tired But Dare Not Fall Asleep" (2020), have continued to earn critical acclaim and showcase his evolution as an artist. Ghostpoet's work is characterized by introspective lyrics and atmospheric soundscapes, often reflecting on contemporary social issues and personal narratives. Throughout his career, he has maintained a reputation for pushing the boundaries of genre and creating music that defies easy categorization.