Born and raised in Kumasi, Dennis Esaias Mensah, A.K.A ESAIAS is a Ghanaian rapper, songwriter and a pioneer of urban gospel music in Ghana.

As an only child born to Madam Linda Werekoa and Mr Abdul Lateef (a dance champion of the 1980s), Esaias grew up with his grandma Esther Mensah of blessed memory.

Since the release of his debut album Abode foforo (which has songs like Superman, Abode foforo, hush, etc) in 2013, Esaias has amassed admiration for his unique lyrical ability, remarkable style of rap and energetic stage presence.

Esaias has since then dropped many singles, including the much loved Oye adie yie. He has also been privileged to do numerous projects with Ghanaian and International Artistes. The list includes Out of coverage area with Regardless, Made by God with Kingzkid, Biribiara with Akesse Brempong, Nu swag with OkeySokay & Dr. Tim Godfrey (Nigeria), Answer me with Nolly (Nigeria), Follow with Izzy & Nosa (USA & Nigeria) and Anything can happen with Florocka (Nigeria).

As the host of The Urban gospel show on Dominion TV, Esaias met and interacted with many local and  internationally acclaimed artistes and also presented many young urban gospel artistes the opportunity to be heard through the Cypher segment of the show.  Es counts all as crucial contributions to his musical journey.

The CCMA (Christian Community Music Awards) 2014 and 2016 nominee cherishes, above all, touring junior & senior high schools and the streets with the message of God’s love through his music.

Esaias remains passionate, driven by the hope to touch lives across the globe and win as many souls as possible for Christ through his unique sound.