Mista Silva

Mista Silva debuted his unique blend of Afrobeats, funky house, grime, and hiplife with the 2012 releases ‘Full Vim’ and ‘Boom Boom Tah’, pioneering the Afrobeats sound in the UK and actively bridging Ghanaian and British music cultures. These tracks, released amidst the ‘azonto craze,’ quickly gained traction, followed by successful singles ‘I Know You Like Am’, ‘Now Wats Up’, and ‘Dance Low, Kutu Sa’ in 2013. His music, particularly ‘Now Wats Up?’, garnered significant support from BBC 1Xtra and was featured by The Guardian, contributing to the burgeoning Afrobeats audience in the UK alongside artists like Fuse ODG and DJ Abrantee. In 2014, Silva expanded his reach by signing a record single deal with Polydor, a major label, under which he released ‘Green Light’.

He has toured with Mike Skinner & Murkage Dave’s Tonga Balloon Gang and released additional tracks such as ‘Lifestyle’ and ‘#OMG (On My Grind).’ In 2018, he released the EP ‘Out Of The Darkest’, continuing to push his creative boundaries. Recognizing his distinctive style, Silva has also ventured into modeling, walking for the acclaimed fashion label Ashish and being featured in prestigious publications including I-D Magazine, The Fader, Complex, Notion, and Wonderland. Mista Silva’s contributions to music and culture have earned him notable recognition, including a GUBA Award, a UMA, and three MOBO Award nominations for ‘Best African Act.’ Demonstrating his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to promoting African culture, he is actively releasing new singles, preparing for an upcoming album, and has officially launched Fresh 2 Def Entertainment. This new venture focuses on organizing parties, events, and other entertainment initiatives, further solidifying his role as a multifaceted talent in the industry.