Kvli’s soft-spoken and gentle demeanour should not fool you. Her outspokenness is demonstrated in her debut album and latest project, “Confessions of A Baddie”.
Artist to watch: TRS
When TRS (Triss) was wrapping up the tracklist for her EP, hand-picking “Respectfully” as the lead single was a subconscious choice. “Respectfully feels like an introduction of sorts”, she says. “It’s the world’s introduction to me, and a reintroduction to myself”.
Tofa Jaxx is Changing the Game, One Single at a Time
Last week, Tofa Jaxx blessed our consciouses with the release of his latest single Changed The Game. The single is featured as part of the soundtrack to Nyara - The Kidnapping, a Tanzanian action film which premiered in February. This heartfelt, afro-folk tune translates like the sequel to his introspective EP, A Guy Like Me, released earlier this year.
Doris Kebati's Debut Single Turns Heartbreak Into R&B Bliss
The words that best describe Doris Kebati’s debut R&B single would be a sombre tune softly enmeshed in Doris’ angelic diction. According to the singer, the emotionally-charged acoustic track has been on her vision board for two years. With relatable lyrics coupled with top-notch production, Doris recreates the trope of the fed-up persona that is central to iconic R&B ballads.
REVIEW: On 'TRAPSTATION' Sabi Wu & Korb$ Capture the Essence of the 2nd Shrap Generation
Sabi Wu & Korb$’ recent joint project TRAPSTATION is an undeniably fun album. For some,it is a story of a youthful life in which the personas telling it have been pre-judged as troublesome. For others, it is a classic example of the 'spirit vs flesh' scenario. But the explosive content isn't a good place to start the discussion.
Nabiswa Does It Again With Half A Jay & Other Stories
This is an alluring body of work that is guaranteed to be an enjoyable experience for any mood, at any time of the day, and on any day of the week.
EP Review: Naomisia's 'What Doesn't Kill You'
Singer/Songwriter Naomisia released her debut EP 'What Doesn’t Kill You’ this week and it is R&B gold! Her penmanship, the production and her oh so sultry voice evokes such amorous feelings as we slowly drift away from the East African summer.
Chiefgeng's 'Account' Doesn't Waste Any Time
Not a single measure is wasted on Chiefgeng’s recently released 3-song EP, Account
Njerae's 'Anayefaa' Tells The Bitter-Sweet Story Of What Could Have Been
Anayefaa is a song about the harsh reality of the present and the blissful moments from the past meeting. It's a story about love and the loss of it.
Wakadinali's Drill Themed "Victim's Of Madness" Challenge's Our Notions On Crime & Its Perpetrators
The title Victims of Madness, invites the audience to look at crime and criminals in a different way. What if we put ourselves in their shoes and saw their state of victimhood? Wakadinali in this album delve into the devilish details; what motivates crime? What are the effects of crime? How is society affected? How do police relate with the streets and how do gangs relate with each other? The album challenges the audience to look at crime in a more critical way.
EP Review: Sazile
Kato Change, Winyo & SURAJ are no strangers to the Kenyan music scene, with each of them forefronting their own unique sounds while representing East Africa to a global audience. They have come together to create an inspiring body of work called “Sazile EP” inspired and worked on in Kenya.
Octopizzo's Afro Centered ‘Jungle Fever’ Leaves Fans Feverishly Obsessed
All in all, this is a cleverly written and well produced album from an artist who just less than two months ago, had four, yes four of his songs listed for consideration for the annual 63rd Grammy Academy Awards. His unique style and deliberate cultivation of the East African sound is highly rated and incredibly artistic. As I said before I am feverishly obsessed by this project.
Savour Diverse African Flavours On Waithaka’s Compilation Album BLK2541
This 14 track album is as versatile as its artists. Producer Waithaka experiments with different sounds depending on which artist he works with.
M. Rumbi Shows There's More To Love, Life and His sound On "Not All That"
All in all, this is not your average hiphop project. It is an alternative sound that requires an open and attentive ear. The rapper may be reminiscent of a young version of J.Cole - not that I'm making a comparison. And I won't get ahead of myself here - but the way in which he is deliberately differentiating his sound and placing an emphasis on lyricism, one could not help but be reminded.
Ayrosh's FIRE EP Is The Most Sensual Kikuyu R&B You’ve Ever Heard
Even if you don’t understand all the words, you can feel the sheer sexiness oozing out of Ayrosh’s alluring voice and Mura’s smooth production on the folk fusion artists surprise EP, Fire.
Put2Sleep’S Debut EP ‘BONGE LA SPEECH V1’ Is A High-Octane Snapshot Of East Africa’s Vibrant Underground Hip-Hop Scene
In the course of 11 songs, producers Throneboy and Kwikwiri host a cast of mostly Swahili rappers from across Tanzania and Kenya, offering a glimpse into the life of an aspirant 20-something- year old hustler maneuvering within unjust and often illogical national cultures.
Bakhita Sets Herself Free With ‘CHAMO MILLE: PYE’
Bakhita’s ‘CHAMO MILLE: PYE’ as an ode to finally breaking free from the shackles of life's continuous constraints.
Get Into TheOnlyRosa's 'Waves' EP
With a timely release on the 31st of August, Waves is a sonic trip through sunny Sundays, warm nights out, encounters with the starry-eyed, and adventures with old and new friends alike.