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Rapper Gabiro Debut Cinematic Video for New ‘Kus Kus’ Single

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Bit after bit and beat after beat, the self-proclaimed Kisumu President is slowly finding his place not only in the Kenyan music industry but also worldwide.

2019 has been a year of work and more work for Gabiro Mtu Necessary as from January when he released his collaborative tune ‘Nitembezee’ in which he featured talented super star Kidis the Jembe at a time when Kenyan artists were championing for more play of their sound on local media giving the song enough spacve to get airplay and features in various media. It is so far his most viewed music video as per YouTube statistics on his channel this year.

As ever, Gabiro’s charming lyrical prowess is the star of the show, always delivered without a hint of strain. Lyrically, Gabiro mines a personal mood for inspiration, but contrasts the somber subject matter with a light and breezy delivery that will make you forget your worries in an instant — as long as you don’t listen too closely to the lyrics. Equally, the Crizo Mzeyah visuals emphasise the simplicity, mixing in footage of random dancers with a hood-looking Gabiro and some imagery to maintain those contrasting themes.

Bit after bit and beat after beat, the self-proclaimed Kisumu President is slowly finding his place not only in the Kenyan music industry but also worldwide. 2019 has been a year of work and more work for Gabiro Mtu Necessary as from January when he released his collaborative tune 'Nitembezee' in which he featured talented super star Kidis the Jembe at a time when Kenyan artists were championing for more play of their sound on local media giving the song enough spacve to get airplay and features in various media. It is so far his most viewed music video as per YouTube statistics on his channel this year. As ever, Gabiro's charming lyrical prowess is the star of the show, always delivered without a hint of strain. Lyrically, Gabiro mines a personal mood for inspiration, but contrasts the somber subject matter with a light and breezy delivery that will make you forget your worries in an instant — as long as you don't listen too closely to the lyrics. Equally, the Crizo Mzeyah visuals emphasise the simplicity, mixing in footage of random dancers with a hood-looking Gabiro and some imagery to maintain those contrasting themes. [taq_review] Fronted by a captivating whistle melody and pulsating dancehal beat, "Kus Kus" puts forth a dominating sound from Gabiro. Full of charismatic verses and a fierce, brassy dance break that leads into the chanting choral refrain of "rata tat tudum,” he spends the track confidently expressing feelings of joy and rejoicing. Born and raised in Kisumu Gabiro has not only had the chance to work with Kidis but also big names like Wyre, Ketchup and even Uganda's Nutty Neithan;he  has released 4 singles this year, barely pausing for breath in between drops. And it's only August. Now he's back with yet another gem and he's tapped up music maestro and hit-maker Brian Robin of One Vibe Africa for production. Accompanying the track, which officially dropped earlier today, is this video directed by Crizo Mzeyah. Taking a much simpler turn, "Kus Kus" brings in a feel good mood. As he explains, the song was inspired by Tamale word Kus, and sees Gabiro draw rhymes using the word which is a form of expressing sweetness. Content courtesy of Mtu NecessaryTV & Nairobi fashion hub Online Digital team
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Fronted by a captivating whistle melody and pulsating dancehal beat, “Kus Kus” puts forth a dominating sound from Gabiro. Full of charismatic verses and a fierce, brassy dance break that leads into the chanting choral refrain of “rata tat tudum,” he spends the track confidently expressing feelings of joy and rejoicing.
Born and raised in Kisumu Gabiro has not only had the chance to work with Kidis but also big names like Wyre, Ketchup and even Uganda’s Nutty Neithan;he  has released 4 singles this year, barely pausing for breath in between drops. And it’s only August. Now he’s back with yet another gem and he’s tapped up music maestro and hit-maker Brian Robin of One Vibe Africa for production.

Accompanying the track, which officially dropped earlier today, is this video directed by Crizo Mzeyah. Taking a much simpler turn, “Kus Kus” brings in a feel good mood. As he explains, the song was inspired by Tamale word Kus, and sees Gabiro draw rhymes using the word which is a form of expressing sweetness.

Content courtesy of Mtu NecessaryTV & 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.

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. [taq_review] 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
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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

 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 ~

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 ~ [taq_review] 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 
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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

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

‘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”.

'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". [taq_review] 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   
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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 

 

Just Imagine Africa New Song Madem Wa Kenya Featuring Sauti Sol

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

In usual fashion, Just Imagine Africa has teamed up with acclaimed Kenyan band Sauti Sol to give you a song in awe of beautiful Kenyan women,through their experimental ways, this tune fuses elements of pop and afrojazz to give forth a tune that will keep you dancing for a long time.

The best thing about discovering new music and fresh artists is that you don’t have to put their work in a box. You go with the flow. You take what they have to give and you decide whether it is for you or it isn’t.

Just Imagine Africa is a group that describes themselves as ‘the African siblings that Outcast never had’. That quote will either work for them or against them, because those are some pretty tough shoes to associate you with.

However, I’m of the opinion that if you feel you have it, you need to let others know.

It’s a five-piece band fronted by the lyricist, vocalist and instrumentalist Mugo with an electric, eclectic sound, and a whole lot of soul. Their sound is generally eclectic, spanning a myriad of genres

“Just Imagine Africa’ is an Idea that explains true freedom to the African people. Imagination is Freedom and Music is our way of spreading this message of Love, peace and togetherness”

In usual fashion, Just Imagine Africa has teamed up with acclaimed Kenyan band Sauti Sol to give you a song in awe of beautiful Kenyan women,through their experimental ways, this tune fuses elements of pop and afrojazz to give forth a tune that will keep you dancing for a long time. The best thing about discovering new music and fresh artists is that you don’t have to put their work in a box. You go with the flow. You take what they have to give and you decide whether it is for you or it isn’t. Just Imagine Africa is a group that describes themselves as ‘the African siblings that Outcast never had’. That quote will either work for them or against them, because those are some pretty tough shoes to associate you with. However, I’m of the opinion that if you feel you have it, you need to let others know. It’s a five-piece band fronted by the lyricist, vocalist and instrumentalist Mugo with an electric, eclectic sound, and a whole lot of soul. Their sound is generally eclectic, spanning a myriad of genres [gallery type="circle" link="file" size="full" ids="8337,8338,8336"] “Just Imagine Africa' is an Idea that explains true freedom to the African people. Imagination is Freedom and Music is our way of spreading this message of Love, peace and togetherness” [taq_review] Their new release feature Kenya’s and Africa’s most favored boy band; SautiSol and it is a jam talking about the Kenyan women as the Swahili title suggests. Madem is a Swahili word that translates to ladies hence the title Madem wa Kenya Content courtesy of Just Imagine African & Nairobi fashion hub Online Digital Team 
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Their new release feature Kenya’s and Africa’s most favored boy band; SautiSol and it is a jam talking about the Kenyan women as the Swahili title suggests. Madem is a Swahili word that translates to ladies hence the title Madem wa Kenya

Content courtesy of Just Imagine African & Nairobi fashion hub Online Digital Team 

Teferah New Song Good day Official HD Video

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Kenyan afro dance hall star Teferah, comes back with a new funky and groovy jam dubbed “Good day” The song is straight infectious and has a great vibe to it which is definitely different from the recent releases from the artist.

Good Day comes with an amazing visual shot by video producer Thomas Tomsy at the Kenyan coast hence bringing out a summer feel to the song .

The song is currently enjoying airplay on East African media houses that has already given it very rave reviews with fans putting out different reactions on various social media platforms on how they are completely loving this new song from Teferah.

As Teferah promised early this year that he will be releasing new tracks and putting up shows he is certainly delivering the promise following his recent concerts in Djibouti earlier this month. He has already confirmed a show in Uganda in May 4th alongside Upper Dem Ute on his album launch named The Rise of the Ghetto Youth.

Kenyan afro dance hall star Teferah, comes back with a new funky and groovy jam dubbed “Good day” The song is straight infectious and has a great vibe to it which is definitely different from the recent releases from the artist. Good Day comes with an amazing visual shot by video producer Thomas Tomsy at the Kenyan coast hence bringing out a summer feel to the song . [gallery link="file" size="full" ids="8266,8267,8268"] The song is currently enjoying airplay on East African media houses that has already given it very rave reviews with fans putting out different reactions on various social media platforms on how they are completely loving this new song from Teferah. As Teferah promised early this year that he will be releasing new tracks and putting up shows he is certainly delivering the promise following his recent concerts in Djibouti earlier this month. He has already confirmed a show in Uganda in May 4th alongside Upper Dem Ute on his album launch named The Rise of the Ghetto Youth. [taq_review] Good day will probably be looking to rock all over the world in a bid to push Kenyan music all over the Globe,with this type of songs Teferah is currently putting his eyes on the East African dance hall map and we hope we get more of these jams as the year goes by. Credit Artist: Teferah Song: Good day Label: Mpact Muzik Audio: Andrew duboiz /Full Anchor Muzik Year: 2019 Video: Thomas Tomsy Label: Motion City FX Content courtesy of Nairobi fashion hub Online Digital team 
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Good day will probably be looking to rock all over the world in a bid to push Kenyan music all over the Globe,with this type of songs Teferah is currently putting his eyes on the East African dance hall map and we hope we get more of these jams as the year goes by.

Credit
Artist: Teferah
Song: Good day
Label: Mpact Muzik
Audio: Andrew duboiz /Full Anchor Muzik
Year: 2019
Video: Thomas Tomsy
Label: Motion City FX

Content courtesy of Nairobi fashion hub Online Digital team 

Viola Karuri New Song Azizi Official Video

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Viola Karuri posted on her twitter page about the her song

“Hello friends, happy to let you that my new song #AZIZI is now out. Click on the link below . Watch, Comment, share & repeat, She is a Musician,Vocalist,Producer,Sound Engineer and  African Woman Environmentalist, multi talented song bird gifted with different gift.

This year 2018 will be a great year new song/music video being released almost daily, are we heading to the right direction?

Viola Karuri posted on her twitter page about the her song "Hello friends, happy to let you that my new song #AZIZI is now out. Click on the link below . Watch, Comment, share & repeat, She is a Musician,Vocalist,Producer,Sound Engineer and  African Woman Environmentalist, multi talented song bird gifted with different gift. This year 2018 will be a great year new song/music video being released almost daily, are we heading to the right direction? [taq_review]

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Whats your take on Viola Karuri new song and video Azizi.

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Sauti Sol – Girl Nextdoor ft Tiwa Savage (Produced . By Maleek Berry)

Posted on by Oscar Alochi

Sauti Sol have stay true to their game with hit after hit they remain one of kenyan most talented musical group,this week they released a new hit song featuring Mavin Records songstress tiwa Savage “Girl Nextdoor” the video is already out produced by most multi talented producer Maleek Berry

About two months ago Sauti sol unleash a new video that caused controversy in Kenya called “Melanin” featuring reggae and dancehall artist, Patoranking  the first official single off their new LP

The band revealed that the album won’t be getting a conventional release; it will be unveiled over a twelve month period, featuring top artists from all across Africa. And they just dropped the second single from the project: “Girl Next Door” featuring afropop sweetheart, Tiwa Savage The video was shot In Nigeria.

Sauti Sol have stay true to their game with hit after hit they remain one of kenyan most talented musical group,this week they released a new hit song featuring Mavin Records songstress tiwa Savage "Girl Nextdoor" the video is already out produced by most multi talented producer Maleek Berry About two months ago Sauti sol unleash a new video that caused controversy in Kenya called "Melanin" featuring reggae and dancehall artist, Patoranking  the first official single off their new LP The band revealed that the album won't be getting a conventional release; it will be unveiled over a twelve month period, featuring top artists from all across Africa. And they just dropped the second single from the project: "Girl Next Door" featuring afropop sweetheart, Tiwa Savage The video was shot In Nigeria. [taq_review] Tiwatope Savage-Balogun born 5 February 1980, She is better known by her stage name Tiwa Savage,from Nigeria tiwashe a singer, songwriter, performer and actress by profesional . She currently has a songwriting deal with Sony/ATV Music Publishing.Savage signed a recording contract with Mavin Records in 2012. Savage also signed a management and publishing deal with Roc Nation in June 2016, which she later confirmed via Instagram. She co-wrote the track "Collard Greens & Cornbread" off Fantasia Barrino's Grammy-nominated album, Back to Me.Savage was featured on Solar Plexus, a compilation album released by Mavin Records. Her debut studio album, Once Upon a Time, was released on 3 July 2013. It was supported by the singles "Kele Kele Love", "Love Me (3x)", "Without My Heart", "Ife Wa Gbona", "Folarin", "Olorun Mi" and "Eminado". Savage's second studio album, R.E.D, was released on 19 December 2015. It produced the singles "My Darlin'", "African Waist" and "If I Start To Talk". Savage sings in English and Yoruba. As a singer, her achievements include one MTV Africa Music Award, two The Headies Awards, one Channel O Music Video Award, one Nigeria Music Video Award, and two City People Entertainment Awards, among others. Content Courtesy Of Nairobi Fashion Hub

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Tiwatope Savage-Balogun born 5 February 1980, She is better known by her stage name Tiwa Savage,from Nigeria tiwashe a singer, songwriter, performer and actress by profesional . She currently has a songwriting deal with Sony/ATV Music Publishing.Savage signed a recording contract with Mavin Records in 2012. Savage also signed a management and publishing deal with Roc Nation in June 2016, which she later confirmed via Instagram. She co-wrote the track “Collard Greens & Cornbread” off Fantasia Barrino’s Grammy-nominated album, Back to Me.Savage was featured on Solar Plexus, a compilation album released by Mavin Records. Her debut studio album, Once Upon a Time, was released on 3 July 2013. It was supported by the singles “Kele Kele Love”, “Love Me (3x)”, “Without My Heart”, “Ife Wa Gbona”, “Folarin”, “Olorun Mi” and “Eminado”. Savage’s second studio album, R.E.D, was released on 19 December 2015. It produced the singles “My Darlin'”, “African Waist” and “If I Start To Talk”. Savage sings in English and Yoruba. As a singer, her achievements include one MTV Africa Music Award, two The Headies Awards, one Channel O Music Video Award, one Nigeria Music Video Award, and two City People Entertainment Awards, among others.

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