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Lehlohonolo Phepheng Brian Joseph Metsing, professionally known as CheddaCheese TheProducer, is a South African music producer, recording engineer, and artist. Born in Klerksdorp, North West, and raised in Kimberley, Northern Cape, CheddaCheese has established a global footprint in the Hip-Hop and Trap scenes through high-level international collaborations and regional industry leadership.

Early Life and Musical Foundations

CheddaCheese began his musical journey at the age of five as a singer. His upbringing in Kimberley provided the cultural backdrop for his artistic development, while his formal training took place at Mmabana Mmabatho in Mahikeng. This institution provided CheddaCheese with a disciplined foundation in music theory and performance, which he later transitioned into a career in professional studio production.

Professional Career and Global Collaborations

Operating as a "multihyphenate" talent, CheddaCheese serves as a beatmaker, rapper, and recording engineer. His work successfully bridges the gap between South African regional sounds and American Hip-Hop through key international projects:

International Production: CheddaCheese produced the track "Trust" for the American artist Wizdom Starr, who is based in Compton, California. He also collaborated with Afoxxxzay from Indiana, producing the track "Games."

Genre and Sound: His work is primarily centered in Hip-Hop and Trap, characterized by a production style that balances street authenticity with high-quality technical mixing.

Artistic Evolution: His roots in the industry trace back to 2006 with the Lefoko brand, where CheddaCheese initially made his mark as a rapper and "street rep" before expanding into full-scale production and engineering.

Industry Leadership and Entrepreneurship

CheddaCheese is a dedicated advocate for the growth of the South African music industry, holding several leadership and entrepreneurial roles:

Northern Cape Hip Hop Federation: From 2015 to 2018, he served as a Founding Member and Treasurer, helping to build a formal structure for artists in the Northern Cape.

KetiBel Production: He is the Chief Executive Producer of KetiBel Production, a Klerksdorp-based venture. Through this label, CheddaCheese focuses on executive production, recording, mixing, and professional beat-making.

Notable Professional Affiliations

Lefoko (2006–Present): Long-standing rapper and brand representative.

K-Ster Lokasion Records Fam (2010–2014): Audio Engineer and Producer.

Rugged Camp Productions (2018–2021): Audio Engineer and Producer.

Discography Highlights: Notable projects include the 2021 album It Wasn't An Easy Decision To Make and 2025 releases such as the Show Face EP and the single "Staan Terug."