In the ever-evolving soundscape of East African music, Joshua Baraka is at the forefront redefining the new afrosoul wave. The Ugandan singer-songwriter heartfelt lyrics and smooth sonics are quietly but powerfully making the world pay attention. His recent MOBO (Music of Black Origin) Awards nomination is proof that the worldContinue Reading
Get the latest African music this week from Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa. Every week, we highlight top African releases through our segment, New African Music Alert.Continue Reading
Jimmy Truth’s name is steadily rising behind the scenes in the Kenyan fashion scene. Raised in the Nairobi streets of Kibera, the biggest slum in Africa, the adversity and hopelessness sparked something in him. From such humble backgrounds, the stylist’s body of work is currently shaping the new generation ofContinue Reading
With his industry signature locks, and a snapback, Fredrick Kiama aka Nje Pro is a renowned hiphop music producer and rapper from Mombasa, Kenya. He is currently based in Seattle, Washington, where he’s still actively producing culture-shaping music and sharing industry perspectives. Nje is the founder and owner of UfuoniContinue Reading
The Queen is back! Victoria Kimani set to drop a new show and we can’t wait to see what’s behind-the-scene.Continue Reading
Kenyan singer-songwriter Njerae is set to make a major international statement this April with her highly anticipated Australian tour. Known for her soulful voice and emotionally rich songwriting, the Universal (UMG) signee will bring her signature blend of indie soul, Afro-fusion, and R&B to audiences across Australia in April. ThisContinue Reading
When he started perfoming at the tender age of 13 with his father (a reknowned percussionist), Idd had no idea he would takeover the world someday. They started at Bomas of Kenya, Kenya’s multicultural centre, performing for tourists and expatriates. His catalog boasts the likes of Africa’s greatest mucisians: SalifContinue Reading