Grant Kirkhope

"I really like the Creepy Castle music in this game, I tried to get that "Adams Family" feel to the piece. Of course I still get teased about the DK Rap to this day….aarrgghh!"

- Grant Kirkhope

Grant Kirkhope (born 10 July, 1962) is a British composer who has been in video game composition since 1995 and is known for his compositions for Rareware games, especially the Banjo-Kazooie series. He is also somewhat infamous for the DK Rap, which has been remixed and referenced in many other games after its introduction.

Portrayals

 * Donkey Kong 64 – Donkey Kong
 * Mario Golf: Toadstool Tour – Donkey Kong
 * Mario Kart: Double Dash!! – Donkey Kong
 * Mario vs. Donkey Kong – Donkey Kong

Works

 * Donkey Kong Land 2 – Music
 * Donkey Kong 64 – Development Team
 * Donkey Kong Country – Vocals
 * Donkey Kong Country 2 – Vocals