Friday 8th of May 2026

Nairobi, Kenya

Tag: African Music

Chronixx Jetting into town for the first edition of Pulse Jam Fest

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

The highly anticipated Pulse Jam Fest is happening this Saturday June 29th at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel gardens. The first edition of the new music festival will be headlined by Jamaican reggae superstar Chronixx and his band Zincfence Redemption.

Chronixx was born Jamar McNaughton in De La Vega City in Spanish Town, Jamaica. His father exposed him to music at an early age, and he took an interest in production, inspired both by reggae artists and hip-hop producers. During the past five years, Chronixx and a handful of associated artists (Protoje, Jesse Royal, Jah9 and Kabaka Pyramid) have become known as the “Reggae Revival” movement.
They have sought to integrate modern dancehall with the foundations of Jamaican roots music sonically, and to highlight cultural themes in their lyrics. Currently Chronixx is one of the world’s top selling reggae acts and has been playing the biggest international music festivals such as Coachella, Glastonbury, SumFest and many more. Chronixx has quietly built his own movement that has positioned him as one of the biggest musical exports from Jamaica.
Chronixx returns to Uganda for the second time, he was last here in 2016 when performed at a sold out show at the Ndere Centre where he delivered impressive two hours live band performance that had the audience yearning for more.
The Pulse Jam Fest is the newest music festival to happen in Kampala city.
The main stage will feature a heavy line up of some of Uganda’s top reggae/dancehall artists including Maddox Sematimba, Cindy Sanyu, Weasel, Beenie Gunter, Vampino, Nina Roz, Nutty Neithan and Raba Daba. The DJ stage will feature sets by Sir Aludah, Naselow, DJ Ciza, Deejay Jo, DJ King, Ras Brown and many others.
Gates open and entertainment starts as early as 12pm on Saturday afternoon. General tickets are on sale for 40k while VIP tickets are 100k. Tickets are available from the Sheraton Hotel lobby, Definition Shop, Yujo Shop, MTN Service Centres Acacia Mall and MTN Service Centre Forest Mall.
Tickets are also available online at www.quicket.co.ug and via MTN Momo at *157*5# The Pulse Jam Fest is presented by the leading entertainment & event company Talent Africa in partnership with the telecom giants MTN Uganda. The event is also sponsored by Bell Lager, Pepsi Cola, 97fm Radiocity, NBS Television and the Sheraton Kampala Hotel.

For more information please contact: music.talentafricagroup@gmail.com

Content courtesy of Talent Africa group & Nairobi Fashion Hub

Introducing Versatile Kenyan Rapper Mak Mansa with New Single “So Fly”

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Nearly three months on from the release of Hapa Kazi single, and Kenyan rap star Mak Mansa is back with news of a sequel and the project’s lead single, “So Fly”.

The video narrates how a night out turns dramatic as Mansa ends up having a sexual encounter with a lady who happens to head an organization that Mansa needs to make a deal to since he is one who has an unfailing ability with the ladies and never fails to make them swoon.

If the new single is anything to go by, the smooth rap melodies of its predecessor will still be front and center, but “So Fly” suggests a more uptempo edge with rolling, trappy drums and club-ready bass lines.

Born and bred in Kinangop in Nyandarua County, Mak Mansa’s story is that of perseverance, persistence, and that of sheer hard work and hustle which will probably get the attention of his Hip Hop peers in the game. Mansa’s musical journey can be summed up in two words, ‘Brutal Ambition.’ Whether it is 13 years ago while in Form One and managing to convince his mother to finance his first project, to beginning various enterprises to finance his music career you cannot fail to acknowledge the efforts of this ambitious 27 year old.

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With Jay Z being one of the few industry players he looks up to his stage name comes with no surprise as it is derived from the great Mansa Musa I of Mali. He wants the greatness, but he is very self-aware to know that it takes a certain level of tenacity to be one of the greats and he’s ready for the journey.

Mak Mansa So fly 

As Mansa says in his debut single, “Hapa Kazi (No Wira),” “Nö stress, press on, till I get it all” means that he is not coming to play but rather stay in the game.

Versatility can be said to be his other name since he is ready to experiment with beats unlike many rapper s whose, flows, wit and sounds become monotonous with each new day. His new sinle , “So Fly” is the bulls eye in a flirtatious point of view.

In an attempt to test waters and push boundaries, he raps about where he views himself within the industry while at the same time looking at where he is coming from and where he is headed. So fly is an ironic attempt to underscore all these factors, seeing that Mansa does not even indulge in some of the things he is talking about! And as he makes it clear in verse 3, all you need to be fly in this life is yourself.

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Catherine Agolla New Song Nayanka Official HD Video

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Catherine Agolla is a singer, songwriter, performing and recording artiste based in Nairobi Kenya, She is Empawa 100 artist , Catherine Agolla is out with her debut Song dubbed Nayanka , the song is produce and directed by Mr Eazi’s Empawa Africa initiative.

Nayanka offers a perfect mix of Afriopop music and a taste of more exotic afriodance tune.coupled with great vocals and poetic lyrics, Agolla introduces a new concept in the Empawa competition,through the emPawa Africa initiative, Mr Eazi has selected 100 artists to receive $3000 each to create a music video.
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She started singing at a very young age in her primary school choir competing in music festivals to a National Level, however made her career debut in 2017 with a song titled ‘Milele’ which is a Swahili love song inspired by her crush. Agolla writes her own music inspired by her past experiences and of those around her.

Though still a newcomer she has earned admiration from various brands in the creative industry. She was one of the brand ambassadors for Blaze by Safaricom 2017/2018. Her debut single ‘Milele’ has been featured in the popular romantic film Plan B. She is also one of Mr. Eazi’s #Empawa100,Pure passion is what drives her and she firmly believes in putting God first in everything she does.

Content courtesy of Catherine Agolla & Nairobi Fashion hub Online Digital Team 

Sauti Sol New Song Extravaganza Featuring Bensoul, Nviiri the Storyteller, Crystal Asige & Kaskazini Official HD Video

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Sauti Sol Extravaganza. Kenyan hit-makers, Sauti Sol ushers a brand new single titled Extravaganza which features Bensoul, Nviiri the Storyteller, Crystal Asige and Kaskazini.

International boy-band and Kenya’s major musical export Sauti Sol are here for no games in 2019. They just released a new record that reminds us why they are the greatest group in our times. If you had no idea what Benga is, here is the showcase.

As of 2019, the focus has been on the new record label, Sol Generation which seems to churn out stars and hits. We were introduced to Besoul as the first signee but today we know about Nviiri the Story Teller, Crystal Asige and Kaskazini.
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The Boy-Band opens the new jam ‘Extravaganza’ with sweet melodies and harmonies that make the bridge of the jam. Bensoul takes off the story of the trial to triumph story. New signee Nviiri has his spot on the same, handing it to Crystal and lastly Kaslazini.

The jam is a new sound according to Bien. “We are here to show you that Sauti Sol is still the baddest in the game. We wanted to create a timeless jam with an authentic sound. The jam has a message too, so make sure you listen and re-listen”.

Content courtesy of Sol Generation,Kenyan Vibe & Nairobi Fashion Hub Online Digital Team

Afro-pop Singer Ashleye Scarlette Hits Back with ‘Nikuamini’ Single

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Afro-pop star Ashleye Scarlette is back with one of her most vulnerable releases to date. Out on Tuesday (May 27), “Nikuamini” is a standalone single from the singer based on her personal experiences.

The new track, her first of 2019, is an impactful dance-tinged ballad that puts the emphasis on Ashleye Scarlett’s expressive vocal tone as she flits between airy breathiness and powerful, sweeping belts.

Lyrically, the song relays the artist’s sense of assurance and focuses on a relationship that might end in sorrow despite her putting her trust in it  “Nifanye Nikuamini,” she sings and shares how the singer wanted to hold onto it even though she knows that it was something she needed to turn away from.

A deep Afro-pop track, “Nikuamini” is a tempo-shifting dance song that puts the focus on her synergy as a vocalist. It seamlessly flits between the breezy tones of the vocalist and her gruffer deliveries to create a vibrant soundscape soaring with shimmering synths and groovy beats.
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The music video for the song bring even more focus on the theme as portrayed in the lyrics with the director capturing scenes of the singer having a conversation with the said lover then back solely onto the star, doing away with the flash and flare often associated with the world of pop and instead pans over the normal union of a couple in argument.

Audio Produced by Vicky Pon Dis (Simba Sounds)
Video Directed by Richie-G(ATL Entertainment) 2019
Administered by Ngomma VAS Limited.

Content courtesy of Ashleye Scarlett & Nairobi Fashion Hub Online Digital Team

Exclusive Patoranking’s Interview With BlackNBold Magazine

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Patoranking chats with BlackNBold magazine about his new album named after his daughter ”Wilmer” and his thoughts on fashion and style.

1. How did you come up with your stage name?’
My name is Patrick so Pato was coined from it and Ranking came as the word implies. When you are ranked, it holds relevance. Hence Pato-Ranking.

2. What do you enjoy most about being a musician? and What do you hate most?
Definitely love the creation of the music, how i feel, the freedom, that spiritual saturation of sounds that you might call inspiration.
Hate is a strong word, i think its more of discomfort.
I feel slightly uncomfortable with the lack of privacy but i guess it comes with the job.

3. What has kept you going over the past years?
My hunger to learn, my anticipation to win and my drive to impact.
I represent a whole race, a whole generation and music has given me a voice, there is a responsibility on my shoulders, it is an honour! Also what has kept me going is the Love for what I do and those I do it for.

4. If you could change anything about the industry, what would it be?
The mindset that talent is everything and solely needed to be an artist or musician

5. Tell us about the Wilmer album and why did you choose to name this one after your daughter?
Apart from my daughter’s name being Wilmer, Wilmer means “Famous” in German and that is a great follow up to my 1st Album – God over Everything. It summarizes my journey (which isn’t over).
I prophesied in Alubarika, put out a body of work by putting God over Everything and now I’m famous (Wilmer).

6. How was it like working with Alexander Julian on the Lenge Lenge photo shoot?
It was humbling, as you know he is an amazing creative and i love the outcome of our work together.

7. Which is your most favourite track off the Album and what makes it dear to you?
It’s difficult to choose as they are all my faves and they tell different tales that are super dear to me.
My inspiration on this album is far fetched…deeply felt.

8. In the Lenge Lenge video what inspired the afrobeat theme?
Afrobeat is ours and the Late Great Fela inspired it. However with the visuals, it was important to portray that he was (we also are) Afrocentric yet fashionable.
Our fabrics and designs are globally embraced and this song and video was a union of both our sound and style which was part of the uniqueness of Ba ami.

9. Mention that one international collaboration you are still looking forward to and why?
There’s quite a number of them lol. Play my part with securing the bridge that takes Africa to the world.

10. Any music tour to Europe and North America anytime soon?
Definitely! I will be taking the music to the fans across Europe, Canada and the US very soon.

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Patoranking Covers the May edition of BlackNBold magazine

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In celebration of the highly anticipated Wilmer album, Nigerian reggae-dancehall singer Patoranking covers the May edition of Uk/Nigerian based black inspired publication, BlackNBold magazine. The edition focuses on his journey, his career and more emphasis on Wilmer, his upcoming album.

Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie better known by his stage name Patoranking started his career doing underground collaborations with artists like Konga, Slam and X project.

In 2010 he signed a record deal with K-Solo’s Igberaga Records, releasing “Up in D Club” under the outfit. Patoranking became a protégé of Dem Mama Records after collaborating with Timaya on his song “Alubarika”.

In February 2014, he signed a record deal with Foston Musik and released “Girlie O”, a single that gave him the spotlight and in February he signed a distribution deal with VP Records. Since then Patoranking has gone on to release multiple singles and Top hits, including his most recent hit song “confirm” with Davido.

Patoranking chats with BlackNBold magazine about his new album named after his daughter ”Wilmer” and his thoughts on fashion and style.

Cover credit:
Photography: @jonathanmannion
Stylist: @juliannalexander
Editor: @rrhodaa
Graphics: @layonjaydesign
Magazine: @blacknboldmagazine

Content courtesy of BlackNBold magazine & Nairobi Fashion Hub 

Elizabeth Nahna New Song Nisamehe Official HD Video

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Just over a month following the release of “Duogi E Pacho” featuring Roy Captain of Supersquad band, Elizabeth Nahna enters the digital universe to deliver the brand new  visual to her latest single, which premiered  with YouTube on Wednesday evening  (May 15).

Singer Elizabeth Nahna Delivers ‘Nisamehe’ Single

“I’m all about making records that feel good. I want to take my listeners on a trip every time they hear music from me,” the Kisumu City native says. “After I linked up with Malique from MGF Studio to create the song, I knew ‘NISAMEHE’ needed a cute, well-crafted and original visual to match.”

With that said Nahna went and linked up with Kenya’s best music video producer and director Johnson Kyalo to assist in telling her story and direct her fourth video together. “As an independent artist it’s super important to execute the vision I see properly, so I knew I needed a director I can count on,” she adds. “Even though we both live in two different cities, the universe always aligns everything to work out for the greater good.

The Afro-Pop artist kicks off the clip by hitchhiking for a ride back home to her lover who is seen in the village pushing a handcart and using it to hawk water to enable him take care of two children their mother; Nahna left for her while eloping with a much ‘better’ lover. She is now coming back regretful and humbly asking to be forgiven for her past deeds.

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Nahna has since proven to be among the few top most new female breed of artists coming from the lakeside town of Kisumu, Kenya. To date she has managed to share the stage with the likes Diamond Platnumz, Jose Chameleone, the late Oliver Mtukudzi and a host of many other legendary musicians that she has also gotten a chance to work and interact with on different levels.

“I’m really happy with how the video turned out and the concept behind it,” the Kisumu transplant concludes. “I hope that people will enjoy it as much as we had fun creating it.”

Content Courtesy Of MGF Studio , Elizabeth Nahna & Nairobi Fashion Hub Online Digital Team

Spectrum Kagwe Mungai Album Launch

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Kenyan superstar with a unique style and presence, Kagwe Mungai shares his debut album ‘Spectrum’ featuring hit tracks like Doctor & African Lady

Kagwe Mungai is launching his first album, Spectrum in a colorful concert at the Alchemist! Come and celebrate with us!

After a successful string of singles,Kagwe Mungai now eyes an album. The talented crooner-cum-music producer took to his Instagram to announce that his debut album Spectrum is underway. The deets were albeit sketchy at first,but he promised a follow up post to demystify its predecessor. That he did a few hours later.

A 12-track album,with 3 bonus tracks to boot is slated for the 18th of May 2019. Some already-released tracks like Till The End and Bass will feature on the album. 3 of the tracklist will be collaborations,two of them with fellow local musicians.

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Mungai’s multihyphenated career has been on the rise. From collaborations with renowned singers from far-flung places to being a part of local bangers,his has been a winning streak. Having produced songs for reputable music acts hitherto,it’s little wonder that he has writing and production credits on the whole album.

He has also clearly broken the n0-album stereotype by most Kenyan music acts. Will the reception be anything to write home about? That will come to light on 18th May 2019!

Content courtesy of NRG & Nairobi Fashion Hub Online Digital Team

 Kisumu Based Rapper Gabiro Mtu Necessary Releases Swahili Version of Joyner Lucas’ Devils Work, ‘Chances’

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Gabiro Mtu Necessary just dropped a new single off the new world controversial hit ‘Devils Work’ originally done by Joyner Lucas,He takes his fans on a conversation with God on why He (God) allows good people to vanish and allow the bad ones to stay.

This comes after his previous release ‘International Local that saw him champion for more support towards all talented fellows. In the song, recorded at MGF Studio, the self-proclaimed Kisumu President is pouring his heart heavily and he definitely sounds angered with all that goes around him; playing into the theme of being denied a chance together with other pioneers from all walks of life.

“I would not like anybody to misunderstand or misquote the lyrics on this song at any time because it is nothing more serious than an artist expressing themselves artistically in a song. Everyone mentioned in this song has in one way or the other either supported me as a brand and or as a person or they had an impact in whatever I am doing today.”

~ Gabiro Mtu Necessary ~

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He continues, “If at any time any of us will feel so much offended that they can never forgive, I would like to remind them that we are all sinning so may God forgive me coz I am just singing.”

For someone to want a tragedy like death to befall you they really must have had the toughest time of their life keeping up with you but who are we to judge yet we are all sinning.

Content Courtesy Gabiro Mtu Necessary & Nairobi Fashion Hub Online Digital Team 

King Kaka New Song Far Away Featuring Cassidy

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‘Far Away’ King Kaka teams up with The American rapper from Philadelphia, Pennyslvania, Cassidy on this feel good afro rap sound track produced by Musyox. Far Away feeds into your wanderlust which takes you to amazing places with feel good vibes.

King Kaka born as Kennedy Tarriq Ombima in Eastlands Nairobi Kenya, is an Hip Hop Artiste from Kenya. Kaka Sungura was born in a family of 3 boys. He later joined Eastleigh High School where his passion for music grew each year.

Growing to Hip-Hop as the soundtrack to his life, he later followed the route. And a year after his high school completion he signed a 2year recording contract with Sneed Music “Dj Loop’s at that time”.

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Where he did the much hyped album ,’Tales Of Kaka Sungura’ which had hits such as ‘jam nakam, the much talked about Dodoma ft Harry Kimani, Dreams and Prodigal Son’ and guest appearances such as Abbas, Chiwawa, Zakaa, Anto-neosoul, Oddinary and more .

The album a different sound of Hip Hop fused with deep lyrics, story based and a touch soul. King Kaka is currently running an a number of initiatives & organizations that deals with gender violence, child molestation, empowering the African child and mostly make people realize their dreams thus THE DREAMS CAMPAIGN and the TUBONGE INITIATIVE. He is the C.E.O Kaka Klothing,

Credits.

Written & Performed by Kennedy Tarriq Ombima ‘King Kaka’,Barry Adrian Reese ‘Cassidy’.
Chorus Written by & Kennedy Tarriq Ombima, Brian Nadra. Performed By Brian Nadra.
Additional Vocals by Kuhani.
Produced By Eric Musyox, Decimal Records.
Video Directed by Hussein Njoroge.
DOP @masartfilms P.A @amJusto 

Content courtesy of King Kaka & Nairobi fashion hub Online Digital Team 

 

Vivian New Song Cheza Chini Featuring Naiboi & Savara (Sauti Sol)

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Vivian, Kenya’s top female artist and songwriter is out with another new sensational love song tagged “ChezaChini“, In which she had features some other Kenyan talented vocalists, Naiboi and Savara of the Sauti Sol music group.

In which he as well dropped and commissions the highly awaited visuals of the hit song.

Vivian is arguably Kenya’s top female artist with a vast catalogue of music in diverse genres. She is known for Hits like Woman in Love, Chingi Changa, Teren, Dream ft Jaguar, Charm ft Jose Chameleone, Attention ft Redsan and many more.

Vivian now teams up with industry top honchos The Naiboi and Savara from the all boy band Sauti Sol.

Naiboi has recently been on the charts especially with his Anthem Song 2 in1. His style and magic touch makes all the songs he features in a hit.

Savara is a multi award winner who is known across the continent and beyond borders. His vast experience as both a musician and producer makes the blend of this Song Cheza Chini worth every minute. #ChezaChini #Naiboi #SautiSol

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Artist Label – Moran House
Audio Production: Pacho Studios (Rixx Producer)
Video : True d pictures Song
Mastered by : Lucas Ogopa Deejays
Special thanks to: The Waterfront Karen

Content courtesy of Vivian Kenya & Nairobi fashion hub Online Digital Team 

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