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We Do Not Have a Kenyan Music Industry At least Not Yet

We are willing to take an unpopular stance by boldy stating that there is no such thing as a Kenyan music industry. There are several efforts by different groups and individuals seeking to build and establish a Kenyan music industry, but we are just not there yet. Luckily, our generation is one of the most informed and likely to be the generation that provides a solution. As far as music business is concerned in the Kenyan music landscape, there is […]

todayJune 4, 2025 7

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Asum Garvey Takes Centre Stage in Sol Generation’s Publishing Revolution

Sol Generation, the artist-first label founded by Afro-pop giants Sauti Sol, has entered a new phase—one that places publishing at the core of its business model. This pivot signals a deeper commitment to protecting artistry and narrative ownership, and no one embodies this shift more completely than their latest—and most talked-about—signing: Asum Garvey. Asum Garvey’s journey to Sol Generation is a masterclass in independent momentum. From his early days with Kasablanca Family to building his HotBox Music imprint, Garvey has […]

todayJune 3, 2025 13

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Recapping Bien’s U.S. Tour: A Month of Sold-Out Shows, Viral Roosters, and Bold Conversations

When Bien, the charismatic, bald-headed superstar from East Africa, announced his worldwide tour at the end of April, anticipation shot through the roof. Fans across continents waited eagerly to see how the Kenyan artist, fresh off the success of his album Alusa Why Are You Topless?, would take his infectious charisma and genre-bending music global. The first leg — a whirlwind across eight American cities in May 2025 — delivered on every promise: sold-out shows, a viral rooster moment, cocktail […]

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Vibes of Love and Sensuality by Moran

Kenya’s music scene is buzzing with diversity. We’ve got everything from the laid-back vibes of Afrosoul to the high-energy beats of Gengeton. But there’s one thing that often makes people sit up and take notice, the lyrics. Two artists Benzema and Bensoul have become popular for talking about love, sensuality, and relationships, yet the way their music is received couldn’t be more different. Benzema known for his bold, in-your-face style, while Bensoul, the soulful Afrosoul star, offers a more poetic […]

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June 25th: Octopizzo Recalls History Through Sound

On May 30, 2025, Kenyan rap heavyweight Octopizzo released June 25th, a searing protest anthem that turns raw memory into art, recounting the youth-led anti-finance bill protests of 2024 and the brutal government crackdown that followed. Known for his evolution from braggadocious street rapper to a master of layered, socially conscious production, Octopizzo uses this latest release to craft a sonic historical record. This article offers an in-depth exploration of how June 25th tells the story of Kenya’s bleeding youth […]

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New Music on the Radar MAY 30 (Chimano, Zawadi, Llumi, King Kaka & More)

New Music on the Radar MAY 30 Zawadi Mukami is truly the gift that keeps on giving. Fresh off the Musings EP — released just earlier this month and already becoming a fan and critic favorite — the singer dives headfirst into the world of rap, delivering a strong, unexpected verse over a KiliHippie beat alongside BoiBlacc. What’s striking is how this release fits into a larger trend in Kenyan music: major acts like King Kaka, Scar Mkadinali, Chimano, and […]

todayMay 30, 2025 30

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Keeping Up with the Discourse: Kenya’s New Internet Bill Sparks Debate on Freedom and Control

Keeping Up with the Discourse is a Radio 254 series, exploring the issues shaping Kenya’s public conversation. In the latest chapter of Kenya’s evolving digital landscape, a new bill tabled by Aldai MP Marianne Kitany has ignited a firestorm of debate. The Kenya Information and Communications (Amendment) Bill, 2025, seeks to overhaul how Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and internet users are regulated, raising critical questions about the balance between cybersecurity and fundamental freedoms. For a nation where social media has […]

todayMay 29, 2025 22

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Kenyan Living Abroad

As a Kenyan living in the U.S, there is always a special excitement that comes with attending a concert by one of your own. It becomes more than just music; it reminds you of home. Recently, we had the chance to attend a concert hosted by a Kenyan artist. Eager to support and connect with our fellow Kenyans, we hyped ourselves and drove 5 hours to the concert. Went as a representative of Radio254, eager to support and connect with […]

todayMay 28, 2025 12

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New Music on the Radar MAY 23(Breeder LW, Femi One, Dezel Kong, Vic West)

  You would be forgiven for thinking we are in February after going through the songs we have highlighted today. The meme has been about recession indicators recently, but quickly ask your preferred chat bot if the release of love songs is any way related to recession. The brash no nonsense Femi One of all people is surprisingly in her lover girl era and recruits the reigning queen of love songs Njerae as well as Brandy Maina for Sema, a […]

todayMay 28, 2025 14 2

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