Eritrean/Canadian artist Kibra impresses with strong effortless vocals that perfectly peak through this song’s mix. Never once losing our attention or focus as the song progresses, Kibra’s voice expertly weaves in and out of the instrumental, delivering her message with calm confidence.
Uganda’s Bero's latest track “Colors” is a song that instantly fills you with joy. From its groovy percussive patterns, to its earworm of a chorus, we’re warmly welcomed into Bero’s brilliantly lit up world of love.
In the last few years, Caleb has established himself as an RnB prodigy. His musical style is reminiscent of some of the 2010’s greatest international RnB and hip hop stars. His innovative production choices and simple, repetitive lyrics that clearly define his feelings and musings put him in the excellent position of capturing his audience's attention from the moment they press play. “All To My Own”, is an instant bop that had us grooving from minute one. No doubt Caleb has found his groove and we’re excited to be witnessing this young RnB marvel grow.
Buruklyn Boyz’ debut album has been long anticipated by hip hop fans. The charismatic duo are the de facto leaders of the Nairobi drill scene, a fact cemented by critical acclaim within Nairobi and beyond the Kenyan borders.
In this sombre yet hopeful track, mau from nowhere tells the tale of a young man finding his way in a time of extreme fluctuation.
Following the success of their standout single “Good-Life”, Somali artist and multifaceted creative IDMAN (they/them/she/her) is back with an infectious, dancefloor banger. As house music makes a sudden comeback into mainstream airwaves, IDMAN’s latest single “Look At What I’m Doing To You” is a timely, trend-setting release.
Njeri’s debut album is finally here, and it’s safe to say that it is truly a “drug”.
Supadrum’s third release under their Artist Development Program (ADP) is here. The program features ‘Win’jan’ (‘Hear me out’), an EP by Kenyan-based, Ugandan, singer-songwriter Apio Moro.
Phinoshey takes on this abstract and complicated question and shares some thoughts on it. Like a philosopher, the artist ends up giving sentiments that are cyclic and contradictory.
‘Mi Na We’ teaches us that a new attachment need not be the subject of a fading bubblegum song, that even the small fun facts of life, like a crush, can be given serious music delivery.
Namugga writes of the experiences she has witnessed and been affected by with courage, strength and a palpable pain relayed in bluesy, soulful melodies.
With her first single of the year, HURU proves that the only thing she’s guilty of is being irresistibly cool.
Nostalgic, grungy, fun…. these are some of the words that might dawn on you when hearing Tetu Shani’s much awaited 1st studio album which he launched in style last year in November.
This is a set that will inspire you, if not through the message then the excellence with which it was delivered. Because of the lyrical nature, it’s the kind of set you want to pay attention to and not relegate to background sound. Music lovers will appreciate the characteristic nostalgic nod, the vocal prowess and sharp writing. Young people will, as we say, love to see one of us winning. All will experience Njoki in her element.
Lost In Motion is an ode dedicated to pointing out how the artist ,and many other people, are lost in the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Shot in beautiful Kilifi by Théa Gourdon, the scenes set are decadent to the eye. The opening shot lures you into the melodic tale Akoth narrates with her voice. Théa’s choice of a soft colour enhances the song’s intimate subtlety. You can feel the song’s delicate message moving through each of the depictions of mother nature and her creations presented in the video.
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”.
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”.
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.
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.
