Artists To Watch: Buruklyn Boyz
The drill sub-genre has penetrated its way into the Kenyan music industry with new artists sprouting while notable rappers are diving into the pool to boast of their capability, switching from traditional 808s to drill beats. Originating from Southside Chicago and the UK - Kenyan artists are not only jumping on the beat but murdering the newest genre in town with new acts such as Natty, G.T.A and Buruklyn boyz emerging.
If you aren’t accustomed to the tag line Kwani Ni Kesho , take a seat as we introduce you to the not so new group causing a phenomenal buzz in Nairobi. Representing Buruburu or as they say Tano Nane, Buruklyn Boyz is a product of Buruklyn Records who are rising in the underground hip-hop scene. Being in the game for almost a year now, their latest release Nairobi has been a head bop that’s enabled them to earn a spot in music conversations around town.
Some of the elements that distinguish a song as rap/hiphop are the punchlines and lyrical creativity - the ability to play around with words - and leavin memorable lines and instagram worthy captions is a key factor. The group might still be underground but that doesn’t stop them from producing the best and coming off as big cats who have been in the game for a couple of years. I first came across the group on YouTube as their song Billie Jean was recommended. The dark drill beats and Mr.Right’s carefully scripted hook immediately caught my attention. Swearing to take over the streets, Ajay’s firm voice and fresh flow is evident in not only this song but all their tracks hence the rise of the tag line Kwani Ni Kesho.
They may carry around innocent looking faces but they portray a gangsta image. The group has two main faces, Ajay who is the C.E.O and also a rapper, and Mr.Right. True to their word the boys are representing Eastlands to the maximum capacity making their hood proud as the Eastside has always had a heavy influence in Kenyan hip-hop. Aesthetically making Nairobi look like the UK the rappers are constantly seen in dark colors blue and black which are heavily associated with the Crip Gangs and throwing around gangsta signs that immediately makes you wanna hear more from them.
Check out their Instagram page where they religiously put out IGTv’s as they freestyle to beats, dropping bars that leave you wanting more.
