Artists To Watch: Natasha Ayoo
Natasha Ayoo is a visual director from Nairobi, Kenya, and a great one in the making. Having only been in the game for about 2 years, she is already making waves and leaving a remarkable stamp in the Nairobi scene with her keen eye and love for different aesthetics.
Artists To Watch: Malkizy
Upcoming rapper Malkizy (aka Malcolm Axel Willmann) opens up about breaking into the music scene, staying true to himself and upcoming projects.
Artists To Watch: Xenia Manasseh
Xenia Manasseh is a fast rising R&B sensation who moves between Nairobi and different states in America making and writing music that is nothing short of warm and unique.
Artists To Watch: Naomisia
The Tanzanian R&B and Bongo Flava singer is part of a generation of artists spurring the evolution of the country’s music scene, and that of East Africa at large. Despite not having a multitude of solo music out yet, Naomisia has been making a name for herself within the music industry through her features. With a debut project on the horizon, Naomisia is on her way to becoming a household name in Tanzania’s music scene.
Artists To Watch: Afamefuna
Afamefuna is a producer from Nairobi, Kenya who releases nothing but saucy beats and I bet you’ve bopped your head to some of them. He’s worked with some of Nu Nairobi’s most promising musicians and is set on making a global mark with his sound through both local and international efforts in collaboration.
Artists To Watch: MR. LU*
Not one to lock himself into a box, MR. LU* creates music that spans across the sonic spectrum: from bouncy Hip-Hop, to wavy electronica, and woozy R&B.
Artists To Watch: Bahati Bookings
The three comrades at Bahati Bookings are something like fresh mint and lavender to the music scene here in Nairobi. They offer fresh melodic sounds, funky flows and lyrics to match.
Artists To Watch: A Conversation with Producer M3 on Creating Feel Good Music
Born and raised in Nairobi, M<sup>3</sup> has been steadily proving his prowess as a versatile and talented producer, working with some of city’s top songwriter’s and vocalists including Tetu Shani, Khavinya, Emma Cheruto and Mayonde.
Artists To Watch: Meet Harawa, The Malawian-Kenyan Hip-Hop/R&B Artist Your Playlist Needs
With Bryson Tiller-esque influences, Hip-Hop/R&B artist Harawa effortlessly slides between poetic rap verses and crooning vocals to create music that drips in sentimentalism and realness. From the tender ‘Her Freestyle’ to the more upbeat ‘I Love This’ ft Kane, Harawa’s music is a vibe.