*Early Life and Education*
KandySea attended Ugba Primary School in Onicha Olona, followed by Boys' Secondary School Onicha Olona, and later Ezi Community Secondary School. He completed his secondary education at New Bethel Secondary School, Isulo, Umunze, Orumba LGA, Anambra State.
*Music Career*
KandySea's musical talent is multifaceted, playing instruments like the guitar, saxophone, drums, flute, and buzz. His singing prowess and melodious tone have captivated audiences, earning him recognition as one of Nigeria's top reggae artists.
In 1990, at 19, KandySea recorded his debut album "Enough is Enough" under Felin Records, featuring hits like "Golden Girl" and "The Young Generation". Success followed with his 1994 album "Humble Lion", which included tracks like "She Gives me Joy" and "Kandy Sea has Come". The album earned him a nomination at the Nigeria Music Award and won the best reggae gospel song of the year by Edo-Delta's Writers Association of Nigeria.
*Awards and Recognition*
- Nominated at Nigeria Music Award alongside Ras Kimono and Oris Wiliki
- Best Reggae Gospel Song of the Year by Edo-Delta's Writers Association of Nigeria
- "No One Knows Tomorrow" rated one of the best reggae songs from Africa by BBC
- Most played song in performance (2000) by Ray Power FM
*Collaborations and Performances*
KandySea has shared stages with local and international artists like Fela Kuti, Majek Fashek, Ras Kimono, Oris Wiliki, Sean Kingston, Lucky Dube, and Stellar Pulse. He has performed at the Calabar Carnival and other notable events.
*Discography*
- "Enough is Enough" (1990)
- "Humble Lion" (1994)
- "No One Knows Tomorrow"
- "Ogadima" (sung in Anioma dialect)
With over 10 albums, KandySea continues to inspire and entertain audiences with his unique blend of reggae and cultural fusion. The new single "He Gives Me Joy" is taken from his Humble Lion album this time around, featuring his own son Riche Gold. It's dropping this December.