U.S. Kenya Creative Economy Forum 2025: A Game-Changer for Kenyan Music

U.S. Kenya Creative Economy Forum 2025: A Game-Changer for Kenyan Music

Last Thursday, Nairobi buzzed with creativity as the U.S.-Kenya Creative Economy Forum 2025 kicked off at the plush Emara Ole-Sereni hotel. Organized by the U.S. Embassy in Kenya and the American Chamber of Commerce Kenya (AmCham), this landmark event brought together over 300 industry heavyweights, policymakers, and artists to unlock the potential of Kenya’s creative sector. For Kenyan music lovers, the forum’s ripple effects could reshape the industry, with stars […]

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New Music on the Radar May 6 2025(Frank Ireri, Tipsy GEE, Mau & Boondocks Gang)

This week’s New Music on the Radar brings a mix of comebacks, reinventions, and bold statements. Boondocks Gang’s unexpected reunion on Kafya shows the gengetone old guard regrouping to face off arbantone stars like Tipsy Gee who has made a matatu anthem Nganya with the help of Mavo on the Beat. Silly by Mau From Nowhere an hihi is as braggadocios as rap songs can get but this is cleverly […]

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Why Toxic Lyrikali Is the Best Rapper in Kenya Right Now

In case you have been living under a rock, we would like to inform you that Kenya has a Best New Rapper named Toxic Lyrikali. Last year, we as Radio 254 awarded Breeder LW with the award of Best Rapper during our inaugural Radio TV 254 Awards 2024. Though the year 2025 is not yet over, we are certain that the best rapper in Kenya 2025 is none other than […]

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WADAGLIZ : THE STRUGGLE OF MAKING BACK TO BACK HITS by Tonny Audi

‎Making music is not an easy task, I mean making a hit is very hard but making back-to-back hits is the most challenging thing artists face. Not every artist can cope with the heat that comes with making a trending hit. ‎ ‎Wadagliz are just the latest victims of this, after trending last year and making a 'Anguka Nayo' hit, Wadagliz are now struggling to make a second hit and […]

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An Idea Whose Time Has Come

We have been thinking a lot lately about the Kenyan music industry and what is needed to grow it. Many people will say that the Kenyan music industry needs money, which we agree with, but what if you don't have money as an artist or producer? What are you supposed to do then? A couple of years ago, we met with Alan Mwangi, who had devised a way for creatives […]

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We Need To Get Rid Of MCSK Once And For All

I was reading an article in the newspaper this week that said MSCK’s revenue collection bank account and pay bill had been frozen due to an ongoing legal matter that is in court. The truth is that as far as artist rights are concerned, MSCK has failed Kenyan artists and the entire Kenyan music industry, and it is high time we got rid of it altogether. Why? Because MSCK no […]

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The Future is Podcasting & What That Means for The Kenyan Creative Industry

Podcasting has been around since the early 2000s. Still, it was not until the COVID-19 pandemic that the art form reached its global peak with everyone now knowing what a podcast is, having the ability to start one, and being aware of the different places you can listen or watch. When podcasting began, the art form was primarily in audio format. Today, however, most podcasts are audio-visual, with visual podcasts […]

February 11, 2025 51 6

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Ado Veli 1st Service: Set It Edition Featuring Ajay of Buruklyn Boyz

The highly anticipated Ado Veli 1st Service: Set It Edition is set to be an unforgettable experience for Kenyan music lovers on 10th October 2024, taking place at the vibrant venue Safe Space 254 (along Kiambu Road). Kicking off at 11 AM and running through to 9 PM, this full-day event promises a unique blend of top-tier music, electrifying performances, and vibrant Kenyan culture. The main act of the day […]

September 18, 2024 112 5

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Open Mic 4.0

We are absolutely ecstatic to announce the highly anticipated fourth edition of Open Mic! This special event is your chance to shine and showcase your talent by performing original songs, creating an electrifying celebration of Kenyan music like never before. Since its inception, Open Mic has been a thrilling journey of discovery and entertainment, and we are committed to making this edition the best one yet. We can't wait to […]

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