Here’s what caught the editorial team’s attention in October.
ADA Records Sets An Electrifying Pace For Their Upcoming EP Release, "The Pyramid Project"
The PYRAMID PROJECT is a live band formed by some of Kenya’s foremost musicians.
Allow Yourself To Be Enchanted By Tetu Shani's 'Live at Kwetu' EP
Multi-dimensional Kenyan artist Tetu Shani is delivers yet another gem with his latest offering, Live at Kwetu. One to push boundaries, Tetu’s Live at Kwetu EP offers listeners an opportunity to experience the essence of his intimate live performances digitally.
Crystal Axis Release Gritty New Single, 'Take The Throne'
The godfathers of Kenyan punk issue a call-to-action on Take The Throne, urging listeners to dismantle elitist, meritocratic systems. This reactionary single highlights the plight of governmental suppression of ordinary citizens across the globe.
Janice Iche Is On Her Way Back After A Much Needed Hiatus, And Doing Better
The dynamite artist and activist has been up to a lot since her last drop "So Tired" late last year, and the proof is in the music.
Best of the Month: September
Here’s what caught the editorial team’s attention in September.
Vallerie Muthoni Delivers “DURAG” Ahead Of Star-studded Live Sessions
In anticipation of her self-produced, star-studded Suga & Spice: Live Sessions show, multi-faceted artist Vallerie Muthoni dropped another banger, Durag feat. one of Nairobi’s most exciting new-school rappers, Baraka.
Ugandan Londoner Mysie Reassures Us Of Her Fiery, Persuasive Quality In New Single 'Bones'
Starring with incredibly indomitable energy, London-based Ugandan singer Mysie grounds “Bones is about going within, and what your gut has to offer.” Packaged in a lo-fi video, she strolls around the football and basketball fields delivering confident and authoritative vocals.
capespring. Grapples With Life's Uncertainties On '2020'
On his latest offering, 2020, capespring. delivers reflective take on self-discovery and airs out concerns about the genuineness of the music industry.
15 East African Drill Songs You Need
We have compiled a collection of 15 East African Drill songs to add to your playlists.
Nah Eeto Fires An Alarm With New Drop “D.R.U.M”ft. Ssaru
In anticipation of her upcoming EP, Nah Eeto has blessed us with the fiery D.R.U.M feat. Ssaru.
Behind The Scenes Of Hoosh's Reflective 'Missed Takes'
Miami-based, Sudanese artist Hoosh is taking this year by storm; each gem that he has released thus far is a testament to his sonic versatility and songwriting prowess.
Nu Nairobi: 5 Years Later
Celebrating Nu Nairobi 5 years on.
Get Into Maya Amolo's Stunning 'I Know' Music Video
Shot by director Mumbi Muturi, the visual to alternative R&B artist Maya Amolo’s ‘I Know’ is nothing short of a masterpiece.
Four Artists Working to Rewrite the Rules of Collaboration in Music
The familial warmth that MTHM and his team embody is fundamental to the quality and continuity of the work they produce, and of the distinctive group dynamic they embody.
Turunesh's 'Afrodite' Video Pays Homage To The Divinity Of The African Woman
Canada-based, Ethiopian-Tanzanian artist Turunesh released her first music video to her song Afrodite and it is nothing short of stunning.
Behind The Scenes Of Salma Munde's Tantalizing 'UTAMU'
Salma Munde’s latest offering, ‘UTAMU’, is an absolutely tantalizing take on Swahili culture’s sultry undertones.
The Evolution Of Ivan: One Year After His Unique Poetry Album
US is a collection of six poems (minus the intro and outro) about love, a topic he loves to write about. What makes this African poetry album unique is that he gives the audience the power to choose the course of the love story.
Best of the Month: August
Happy new month everyone! We hope that these last four months of 2020 will be kind to you. East African artists continued to deliver great music through last month; here is our rundown of the best of August.
Up-and-Coming Rapper Jomande Does Not Fail To Impress With His Latest Single, 'Best Friends'
Jomande’s Bestfriends music video is a beautiful piece of art dedicated to the simplicity of young love.