KespanNigeria |1920| EnglishSome kids write poems or stories as their first creative outlet, but Kespan Maxwell Gimba? He wrote a song—for his dog. That quirky moment at the tender age of six marked the start of a music journey as unique as the man himself. Born in Bauchi State to the family of Mr. Maxwell Gimba, Kespan's passion for music quickly grew into a lifelong calling, with his first professional writing stint beginning in 1999. By 2002, he had recorded his debut single, "You Are Worthy," setting the stage for his 2003 album, "Ka Isa Yabo."
But Kespan isn’t just a singer; he’s an inventor. In 2004, his ingenuity birthed the "Kaisz" (now called Suldo), a groundbreaking instrument combining stick, calabash, animal skin, and strings to create a sound that cuts through the air like no other. Add to that his proficiency with the guitar, recorder, and percussion instruments, and you have a musician who doesn’t just play music, he creates it from scratch.
With about five albums, over 200 songs written, and more than 100 recorded, Kespan’s influence spans over two decades. In 2019, he founded Yaron Zaki Studios in Jos, where he produces music and experiments with his signature genre, J’RACBS. His sound, deeply rooted in faith and biblical inspiration, strikes a chord with audiences across cultures.
Whether cooking up melodies in the studio or strumming his Suldo, Kespan’s innovative spirit and soulful music continue to make him a standout figure in gospel music.
