Blaqbonez Shines as Khaligraph Jones Drops off the AFRIMMA Radar
Blaqbonez is the new African rap heavyweight as per the award he got last night. The Nigerian rapper won the Best African Rap act at the AFRIMMA awards that happened in Dallas on Sunday, September 17. Khaligraph Jones, after winning the award two years ago, was not on the nomination list this time round. The […]
8 Hip Hop Sub-Genres You Need to Know About
Hip-hop, a cultural and musical phenomenon that emerged in the Bronx, New York City, during the 1970s, has evolved into a global force that transcends boundaries and unites people from all walks of life. Over the decades, hip-hop has spawned numerous sub-genres, each with its unique style, lyrical themes, and cultural influences. In this article, […]
Top 10 Female Rappers in Kenya
The Kenyan hip-hop scene has witnessed a remarkable transformation in recent years, and at the forefront of this revolution are incredibly talented female rappers. These artists have broken barriers, challenged stereotypes, and demonstrated their prowess in the male-dominated rap industry. In this article, we shine a spotlight on the ten best female rappers in Kenya […]
Who Is Madi Gagah???
Madi Gagah is a Kenyan rapper and songwriter. Known for his progressive musical styles and witty songwriting skills, he is often considered one of the most talented artists of his generation when it comes to Kenyan Hip-hop. He is also regarded as one of the greatest rappers of his time. Musiq Jared had a […]
Lyrics and Bras: Kenyan Femcees and Over-sexualization
Sarakasi Dome in Nairobi was full of activity this past Saturday as Radio 254 held an event that attracted a lot of Kenyan talent. The event was headlines by Buruklyn Boyz and the one and only Dyana Cods. The former had a great show, the latter had an amazing experience on stage. Saturday, August 5 […]
Different Script? How Wakadinali Ended Up Dominating Kenyan Hip Hop
Wakadinali have dominated Kenyan Hip Hop in the last three years and they have not followed the regular route taken by most artists these days. The Eastlands-hailing trio of Scar, Sewersydda and Munga have developed their own way to squeeze into the crowded mainstream industry. The group has had massive success riding of off the […]
Kenyan Mumble Rap: The Dying Phenomenon
Kenyan Hip Hop has gone through multiple changes ever since the beginning of rap back in the 80s. The country has seen artists come and go. Hip Hop has been revolutionized so many times but has always maintained that ability to create awareness while still entertaining. The birth of Shrap/Trap and mumble rap ruled our […]
British Council’s Contribution to Kenyan Hip Hop
When the current British High Commissioner met Kenyan creatives on March 2nd early this year, it seemed a little out of place because of her position. Jane Marriot seemed way too important to be meeting influencers and other Kenyan artists. The move was not strange because the Commission has been involved in Kenyan art since […]