Month: February 2012

 There has been rumors that these two hip hop rappers don’t see each other eye to eye, but this was a

mistake as rapper Collo disclosed that they have recorded a collabo with the sensational rapper Abbas Kubaff which will be out soon.

Sources say that the self proclaimed king of rap Collo admitted that he never had any beef with Abbas and that it was guys who imagined that because his beef with Bamboo included Abbas.

He said that when the single will be released it will be the talk of town as it is hot.

While he was in the country for the Shuga Series shoot, he came across misled information about the Kenyan people from the ‘Annual Most Beautiful People of Africa Awards’ held in South Africa.

In this weird event, Kenyans took the last position, therefore emerging as the funniest looking people in Africa. 

Clarence was almost as surprised as I was with this ridiculous data. It is obvious that we have among the most beautiful and bootylicious ladies in the world (humbly accepting defeat from Nigeria on the booty category).

Clarence told sources, “Whoever did that survey is either a fool or has no taste. I find nothing wrong with Kenyans; that is so biased,”.

What is your view on this?… Do you think you are ugly enough to take this lying down?… Huh?!

If you are a reggae fan like we at Ghafla!, then you probably know that today is

Uptown’s super DJ, G Money’s birthday. Having been from tour recently, G Money is here and more than eager to celebrate his re-birth with you.

Tonight, don’t come one but come all to Rezorus Club, Westlands, for the ‘Uptown Thursday’. This one won’t be like all the others, I assure you.

So come and party with us… yes, Ghafla! will be in the club. Big up G Money!

Mombasa based singer Susumila has released his new song ‘kijana jipange’ featuring Nairobi based rapper

Mejja. This song is produced by Clemo at Calif records and the video is directed by Luche.

As usual Susumila sings songs that motivates the youths or criticizes the politicians for bad governance, and this time round its nothing different as this new song is all about motivating the youths to start planning early for their future for them not to regret when they are old.

Mejja brings humour to this song as he raps about a producer named Hamisi who started from scratch even after his peers tried to demoralize him and later he succeeded because of his efforts.

Want to become a music producer?  Then this are the main three basic steps you need to follow in order to be the best and most successful in this career.

     1. You should choose a specific genre of music that your comfortable with and make sure you do intensive research in order to have an extensive background of how it should be recorded e.g. Musyoka a producer at Decimal records has specialized in producing hip hop tracks making him one of the best music producers in Kenya..

    2. As a producer you should know what will sound good in people’s ears in order to transform any ordinary song to become a hit. You should always have a plan in advance on how a song would be arranged and the instruments required before the recordings begin. You can even advice the artiste to re-write or you co-write the song if there are some weak portions.

    3. A good music producer should always be a team player. You need to have a good relation with the song writers, musicians and also media personalities as this are the people who make you whom you are. Listen to them as they might be seeing what you can’t see.

Our sensational male band, Sauti Sol are out of the country for a five day festival in Mali. They jetted out of the country yesterday for a five day

event dubbed Festival Sur La Niger.

They will be performing alongside other renowned African musician like Rokia Traore, Salif Keita and Habib Koitte at the Festival which runs from February

15^th to 19^th.

The group said that they were invited after one of the directors of this event Mammou Diaffe saw them performing on stage when they were in Holland and was amazed.

The group is set to perform on the last day of the Festival Sur La Niger and they have promised to thrill the festival audience with their Kenyan hit songs. 

Kenyan music lovers have been craving more and more for a wider berth of musical genres. Well, these Believer’s heard you…

After giving people a taste of what was to come with a promising teaser, Jahawi and Kevin Samuel came up with the ‘yellow balloon’ concept. If you’ve been hearing alot about this on social media and had no clue…well now you do.

Late last year, US artist Yazmany Arboleda came up with the idea of handing out at least 10,000 balloons to Kenyan commuters as they made their way to work that morning of early November 2011. This was meant to put a smile on Kenyans faces as they faced the perennial ‘Monday blues’ and especially after the country had declared its first war ever, on neighbouring Somalia.

Produced by Danni Karanja, and conceptualized by Kenyan-German Phillipa Ndissi-Herrmann, the video to this feel good almost techno song features alot of unique camera work and effects, as well as beautiful clips of our Green City in the Sun.

The video openly tells us that Kenya really is going global, with creative concepts and creations that appeal to a wider market. Have a look at the video ‘Believer’ for yourself below and share your thoughts

Though released around January, I simply cannot let this one fade, as it is one of the most original and natural songs from Africa. Kenyans are music.

Kwame featured a rapper, Delpha, in this song titled ‘Hapo zamani’. This is a very rare fusion of Afro and rap… and guess what, they nailed it!

The song is a touchy one, talking about a father that passed away but the son holds his memories and advised dear to his heart. After the second chorus, Kwame does an ad-lib that is heaven to the ears, and later Delpha comes in rapping in slang. The fusion is just great.

The video of the song can talk for itself even without the lyrics,

watch the video below and sing along to the lyrics HERE.

The ‘Qwerty Love’ hitmaker Anto Neo Soul yesterday released his latest track ‘Engineer Penja’… a collaborative effort with Kenyan afro fusion band Aziza.

The single mixes together percussive beats and an ethnic rythmn, together with Anto’s signature vocals to produce the beautiful music that is the track.

A perfect flow for this season season of love, have a listen to the track below and tell us what you think.

Run by the Catholic Deocese of Nakuru(C.D.N), Radio Amani’s main purpose is to build peace in the Rift Valley and is based in Nakuru.

It broadcasts non-partisan programmes with aim of achieving reconciliation, social developments among other positive building activities.

If you are interested in the media works and want more details, Follow this #Link.

Having worked with a renown Jamaican singer(Ginjah) for months, you can safely say that Nazizi is well experienced in the reggae genre of music, despite also being good in the other genres like Hip Hop and dance hall.

This time, she decided to express her love for her continent through her latest single titled ‘Africa’ and it came out just perfect. Having shot the video of the song on her birthday and releasing it on the producer’s birthday, this song has a lot of attachment to many. A special song, you could say.

The video is shot in Lamu, both on the beautiful streets and the humbled waters. Posing with a fisherman and walking gracefully through the streets with a beautiful African dress, she perfectly portrayed Africa in the video.

The lyrics make you proud to be an African. Oh, did I mention that this is the first time ever that Nazizi is in a dress?… Watch the video and hail the Queen.

‘Early in the morning’ is the hottest single released by

USIU All Stars that includes of Kapella (Coolagang), Tash and Fina (Red republic), Lyra Aoko and Barrack. Click here to listen to the lyricks. They are the finest musicians from USIU University and that’s why they call themselves USIU All Stars.

‘Early in the morning’ was produced by Joshkabz and Kujmeister who managed to fuse acapella with hip hop giving this song originality. This good stuff from USIU All Stars and hope the video will be this deadly as the song.

 This song will also feature in the upcoming 4Barz/Coolagang mix tape that will be dropped very soon.

If you are from Nakuru and you’re also a fan of Gospel music, then you need not worry as Hope FM

which is a Gospel radio station will be launched in Nakuru on 25^th February 2012. The station`s frequency in Nakuru will be 93.9.

Hope FM which is a leading Gospel radio station went first on air in April 2003 and today it broadcast in Nairobi, Mombasa, parts of western and Rift valley. They also streams worldwide through their online service.

This is a good indicator that the station is currently doing well as it expands its services to Kenyans. We hope that Nakuru residents will love and appreciate what the station will offer as it’s among the best gospel radio station in Kenya.

If you are a gospel musician, group or even dance crew then this the best news for you as

the 6^th Annual Groove Awards 2012 are calling for all Gospel artistes in East Africa to submit their entries.

The entry forms can be located at their website or click here.  The organizers said that they want to promote and celebrate Gospel talent across Africa.

Groove Awards is sponsored by Safaricom Skiza tune and it’s the biggest Gospel Award event in East and Central Africa. This is the only event that recognizes Gospel talent in this region.

If you thought that this only happens abroad then you are wrong as the former member of kleptomaniac and also the

self proclaimed king of rap Collo wants her daughter to emulate after him and become a musician.

Sources confirmed that Collo has already planned for daughter Tawala Majale to take piano and violin lessons. What amazes me is that Tawala was only born last year and already daddy has big plans for her.

Collo also mention that he will not dictate her daughter`s future. ‘’She can be a Doctor or any other profession although I would want her to be a musician,’’ he said.

Hope Tawala will come to appreciate daddy`s efforts to better her future.

After entertaining revelers in Diablos inLas Vegas the award winning DJ is back in town

. DJ Joe Mfalme of Capital FM arrived yesterday from US where he was performing last weekend together with DJ Kris Darling and musician Jaguar.

This guy doesn’t get tired as he is slated to perform  this Friday at club  Bella Vista in Mombasa  and then come back to the capital on Saturday as he will be on the decks at Galileo Lounge the same day.

DJ Joe said that he will be having a tight schedule from this weekend till April. Seems he wants his fans to get the best of him this year.

The award winning group BMF (Be My First) has released their latest single

‘seriously in love’.Check the lyrics. The group comprises of Fredric, Harrison, Samuel and Patrick is finalizing on their first album to be launched very soon.

This album will include songs like I live for you, Rudi nyumbani, Holy ghost fire and Njoo among others. ‘Seriously in love’ is all about love and the way God can guide you to get the perfect partner whom will be your spouse.

They have been releasing hit after hit and now this will surely be another hit. The group said that they are able to minister the word of God through music and that’s what they’ve been doing.

They hustled for ten good years before they reach where they are today and to this they thank the Lord for making them whom they are today.

Ghafla! can EXCLUSIVELY confirm that Radio personality and actor, Mr. Nick Ndeda has this week sealed a contract with Nairobi-based Rock radio station 105.5 XFM.

Nick used to host a show on Homeboyz Radio, before he moved to Hot 96 FM where he did an evening show right before he left to concentrate on his acting career. He will feature prominently in the upcoming MTV production, Shuga: Love, Sex and Money that is set to hit television screens tonight (MTV Base and KBC at 10.30pm).

Nick will host a 3pm to 7pm show titled the Homerun-drive on weekdays. This also follows a cameo appearance on the popular South African drama series, Jacobs Cross. We had a chance to sit down with Nick recently and catch up on what he has been upto. Here’s the interview:

 

GHAFLA: What motivated you to go into radio and/or acting

NICK: Acting has always been a passion of mine since I was 10. So I ALWAYS knew I’d be an actor when I grew up. Radio, I sort of stumbled upon it and realized that I was really good at it coz I really like radio. Growing up I listened to more radio than anything else since I had a lonely childhood (no friends and all).

GHAFLA: Whats your role in Shuga: Love, Sex and Money? Most challenging and greatest aspects of your time there?

NICK: I play Angelo-a rehabilitated gangster with musical aspirations whose recurring past elements plague his present and force him to make firm decisions if he is ever to realize his dream, crime free life. Most challenging: Losing the character after we were done shooting coz I got so into the psyche of someone who was struggling with sexual desire, self esteem issues, poverty and still manage to crack a smile every now and then! Greatest aspect was writing and recording the raps! Music really is the key that lets the soul free. After doing that, I no longer doubt my abilities in this industry.

GHAFLA: Why did you leave Hot 96? (May be personal but can you share your thoughts?)

NICK: I always believe that we have a purpose and that we are al here to do what we are all here to do. My time at Hot 96 had just run out, and even if I had stayed there, there would have been very little progression on my end so I chose to keep moving forward.

GHAFLA: If you weren’t in radio or on TV what else would you be doing?

NICK: I’d probably be a caped crusader with a cool suit like Batman. Because I like to help people, not coz I like to play dress up!

GHAFLA: Can you talk to us about your role on Jacob’s Cross, what were your feelings?

NICK: It was all so sudden. One night I get a phone call from my agent about an audition he’s booked me for, next day I’m auditioning and the moment I got to the ground floor I get a call from the producer saying I got the part, and the next week I am on a plane to South Africa! It was all surreal at first but I managed to get my feet on the ground and shooting was pretty amazing. Working with seasoned actors such as Hlomla Dnadala & Jet Novuka, was truly inspiring as well as Oscar nominated director Angus Gibson! My role, while not so major, has put me on a platform whereby I can learn from some of the best in the continent as well as expand my fan base so all in all, quite thankful to God and Bomb Shelter for the opportunity.

GHAFLA: What will your role be on XFM?

NICK: I am going to be hosting the Homerun-drive show from 3-7pm on weekdays! Its very exciting for I have listened to XFM since its inception and to finally work there with industry greats like Fareed Khimani in an organization as professional as Radio Africa only goes to show me that I did not “stumble” into radio, it was only part of my purpose.

GHAFLA: What are your future ambitions?

NICK: More acting, more radio, more TV, more writing, more love, more music, more faith.

GHAFLA: Anything else you would like to share?

NICK: Be patient and pat yourself on the back anytime you don’t feel like you’re part of the crowd. Truth is, you’re not meant to, coz you’re NOT part of the crowd. You’re unique, so do you!

Today is Valentines Day and every one is thinking of how they will spend this day with their lovers but one singer Avril

has touched my heart by doing the most noble thing that we should be doing as Kenyans.

She decided to spend her valentine day with spinal injury patients at Kenyatta National Hospital where she visited them since morning in the company of Genius Generation.

‘’I`m overwhelmed!! My best valentine`s ever sharing with the patients of sixth floor Kenyatta Hospital,’’ Avril twitted. Hey girl this is the right way of remembering our brothers and sisters who are in-need of our assistance.Avril well done and hope the rest of us will follow with the same gesture  

This valentine got me by surprise as artiste Kenrazy releases his new valentine

rock song titled ‘get it right’ and this for sure shows the diversity  and growth of him.

We know that he loves mixing English and sheng but this time round its only English thus he came out of his comfort zone and he did pull it very well.

This is a love rock song and people should try and dedicate this song to their valentines and they will be surprised with the magic that will work on their part.

This good stuff from Kenrazy and hope the video will be tight like the song. 

After all the drama between Mustapha and Marya they were spotted sitting next to each other

during an Ogopa video shoot raising speculation that they might be reconciling.

They looked happy together as they were chatting and laughing their hearts out.  Recently Mustapha released a song ‘Mena pyaar kiya’ meaning I have loved and pundits see this as a dedication to Marya.

Mustapha admitted that his break up with Marya is what motivated him to sing this song as religion was their main undoing and Marya still insists she has not moved on and Mustapha is still his ideal man.

If you thought that when Nas sang that ‘hip hop is dead’

he was wrong because if you listen to the brand new single from Kimya titled ‘Men lie, women lie’ then you will understand me better. listen to the lyrics here.

 A member of Ukoo flani Mau Mau and Head Bangaz Entertainment Kimya is among the best rappers in Kenya. He won best hip hop track 2006 at the prestigious Kisima Awards with the song ‘nako 2 nako soldiers’

He raps very well using American English and Swahili giving this jam a mixture of American and Kenyan swag.  This is pure hard core hip hop done and produced by a Kenyan, truly this is a big tune.

Imagine as a parent you need not to worry about your teenage kids going to clubs where they start to indulge into alcohol as the first

official Christian hung out joint is about to be launched.

On February 19th System unit will be launching ‘Crossconnekt’ at Timers Restaurant opposite G.P.O Bakers inn rooftop from 2 to 6pm.

Entrance is you buy two non alcoholic drinks at ksh 100 each. This is a good initiative that will stem our youths from diverting from the Lords ways. Youths lets meet there as we will be dancing to the latest gospel hits.

If you ever doubted the security measures at JKIA then ask rapper 50 Cent.

Curtis Jackson a.k.a 50 Cent was not excluded from the rigorous security checks at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport as he was living Kenya last Thursday.

This shows the seriousness in which the Kenyan government is taking the terror threats from Al Shabaab insurgents. Rapper 50 Cent smiled and talked with officers at the boarding area as he and his entourage went through the security checks.

This a positive show as 50 Cent did not react negatively to this drills due to his international celebrity status.

Stella Mwangi a.k.a STL and her family members accompanying the body of her father Jeff Mwangi jetted

in today morning at JKIA.

The father was killed in a hit and run car incident which happened in Norway. Mr. Mwangi will be laid to rest at his ancestral home in Maragua, Muranga County which is according to his wishes.

The committee arranging his burial is appealing for financial assistance in order to provide a proper and dignified send off to our departed one.

People can send their donations directly to Equity bank (Account name Jeff Mwangi Kwirika Funeral, 0240198805092)

We send our heart felt condolences  to Stella and her family may God give them strength during this trying moments.

They’ve been tussling who is the real king of bling in the music industry, but this time round its who`s song is the best

in East Africa. Prezzo`s ‘4 sho 4 shizo’ is up against Jaguar`s ‘kigeugeu’ in the fourth coming Kilimanjaro awards 2012 in Tanzania.

They have been nominated in the  East Africa best song category,  other songs in this category include chokoza (Marya feat AVRIL),  Mulika mwizi (Kidum feat Sana) and am coming home (Nameless)

The event will take place on April 14th at  Mlimani city hotel in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Singer Diamond is leading with the most nominations followed closely by Ali Kiba. Lets see who wins what.

Reliable sources have informed us that Five Alive are planning to take to the stage once again. The individual members of the boy band have, like fine wine, grown richer in skill with the passing of time.

One of the former band members, Victor Seii, confirmed that they will indeed be getting back together for a little musical something later this year. Not one to jinx the planned comeback, he did not say whether or not it would be a long term thing, especially with some of the mmebers scattered all over the world.

Rapper 50 Cent is teaming up with the World Food Program to see firsthand the effects of hunger in Somalia and Kenya.

The rap star flew to Dolo, Somalia, on Wednesday. Tens of thousands of women and children have fled there over the last year to flee a devastating famine that killed tens of thousands of people across Somalia.
WFP said the rapper, whose real name is Curtis Jackson, has committed to provide 1 billion meals for the hungry, and is donating to WFP 10 cents from every sale of a new energy drink called Street King that he is promoting.
The U.N. last week declared an end to Somalia’s six-month famine, though it said tens of thousands of people still need food aid to survive. The British government estimates that between 50,000 and 100,000 people died from the famine’s effects.

 

50 in a Kibera School

The longevity of the song ‘Queen’ by the Longombas is nothing short of admirable. Almost half a decade later, and lots of people all over the world still have a soft spot for this classic acoustic tune.

For all the fans of this song, DJ Boat has come out with a reggae remix to this song, which is sure to appeal to many Kenyans. Give it a listen in the SoundCloud link below:

Theres a new soulful voice on the block and watch out for this rising star, because she is coming at us with all she’s got

Eve Dima is young and ambitious in her music. At only 26 shes a singer and songwriter in a niche musical genre that is just developing in Kenya.
Brought up in Sweden, she has not yet made it to the mainstream Kenyan music scene, but her sultry vocals with a jazz and rnb feel are sure to propel her career forth.

Have a look at her latest video ‘Give Me Love’ and show her some love:

 

If your are a true hardcore hip hop fan then this the song that will blow you off your feet

. ‘Lean back‘ is the new hot single from Agano a member of the Wakamba wawili group produced at Audio kusini records. Here is the lyrics.

This song is part of Agano`s new solo album called ‘usi ni judge‘ and should be out by the end of this month.

sources confirmed that the Wakamba wawili group is still intact and that after Agano and Labala finalises with their solo albums they will come together and work on a new album as a group before the year ends.