Cyphers hold significant importance in hip-hop culture and are often considered a fundamental and essential element of the genre. Here are several reasons why cyphers are important in hip-hop: Artistic Expression: Cyphers serve as a platform for MCs (rappers) to showcase their lyrical skills, creativity, and storytelling abilities. They provide a space for artists to […]
Kenyan Hip Hop podcasters Ondu, and rappers Shukid and Monski shared a video on Friday, September 29 asking whether Kenya had Hip Hop journalists. They mentioned that our version of journalism focused on who was the top five and never really went deeper than that. This led me to look at the whole genre closely […]
Rap music has long been a dominant force in the world of contemporary music. Rappers, the lyricists and poets of this genre, have captured the hearts and minds of millions with their unique style and storytelling abilities. While rappers come from diverse backgrounds and bring their own individuality to the table, there are common characteristics […]
Local dialect use in music is not something new as it has been there ever since. However, in Hip Hop, it has continued to gather momentum especially with Luo rappers. Luo rap has become a dominant part of the Kenyan Hip Hop scene as new rappers continue to blossom while using that language.\ Luo rap […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
It has been 5 weeks since Gengetone group Spider Clan went viral with their massive hit, Kaveve Kazoze. Their lives have changed for the better as they continue to get deals left, right, and center. Led by Ngesh, the group had a show in Mombasa on Saturday, July 15 where the fans enjoyed their viral […]
