This art exhibition took place at Braeburn School. It really showcases creaivity, from fashion to art to music.
Anto Neosoul was there for the musical performances. You can check out the art by students which features celebrities, business giants and even politicians. Check them out below.
Check out the rest of the photos here.
Star Flix Village Market will be showing a wide array of films over the weekend and through out next week. From the action blockbuster, The Dark Knight Rises to the animated Pixar flick, Brave.
Other films showing at the Star Flix Village Market screens include Ted, written and directed by Seth Macarlane, the Family Guy showrunner. So, if you are a fan of the comedy toon, you might want to catch the writers first live action effort which stars Mark Wahlberg.
You can also catch Madagascar 3, The Amazing Spiderman and Snow White & the Huntsman. Check out the full schedules below.
Screen 1
The Dark Knight Rises – Daily: 12:00 p.m., 3:15 p.m., 6:20 p.m., 9:30 p.m.
Screen 2
Ted – Daily: 11:45 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m.
Screen 3
Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted – Daily: 11:15 a.m., 1:45 p.m.
Snow White And The Huntsman – Daily: 4:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 9:00 p.m.
Screen 4
Brave – Daily: 11:30 a.m., 1:50 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:40 p.m.
The Amazing Spiderman – Daily: 8:45p.m.
Star Flix Village Market will be showing a wide array of films over the weekend and through out next week. From the action blockbuster, The Dark Knight Rises to the animated Pixar flick, Brave.
Other films showing at the Star Flix Village Market screens include Ted, written and directed by Seth Macarlane, the Family Guy showrunner. So, if you are a fan of the comedy toon, you might want to catch the writers first live action effort which stars Mark Wahlberg.
You can also catch Madagascar 3, The Amazing Spiderman and Snow White & the Huntsman. Check out the full schedules below.
Screen 1
The Dark Knight Rises – Daily: 12:00 p.m., 3:15 p.m., 6:20 p.m., 9:30 p.m.
Screen 2
Ted – Daily: 11:45 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m.
Screen 3
Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted – Daily: 11:15 a.m., 1:45 p.m.
Snow White And The Huntsman – Daily: 4:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 9:00 p.m.
Screen 4
Brave – Daily: 11:30 a.m., 1:50 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:40 p.m.
The Amazing Spiderman – Daily: 8:45p.m.
The Kisima Awards are back and artiste submissions are ongoing. The awards’ secretariat announced the overall winner will get a cash prize of Kshs. 2 million.
This is a great incentive which might mean artistes will take the event which has been marred by controversy in the past seriously. This year’s ceremony is going to be the 10th of the event that seeks to reward the best in East African music.
The cash amount reflects the heavy sponsorship the event has gotten from such entities as Pulse, Nakumatt, IQ Marketing, Brand Kenya, Standard Group, True Blaq, 3 Mice and Kenya Tourist Board among others.
The submission forms can be downloaded at kisimaawards.co.ke.
The Kisima Awards are back and artiste submissions are ongoing. The awards’ secretariat announced the overall winner will get a cash prize of Kshs. 2 million.
This is a great incentive which might mean artistes will take the event which has been marred by controversy in the past seriously. This year’s ceremony is going to be the 10th of the event that seeks to reward the best in East African music.
The cash amount reflects the heavy sponsorship the event has gotten from such entities as Pulse, Nakumatt, IQ Marketing, Brand Kenya, Standard Group, True Blaq, 3 Mice and Kenya Tourist Board among others.
The submission forms can be downloaded at kisimaawards.co.ke.
Joseph Wairimu projects a wide array of emotions in the new film, Nairobi Half Life. From being the film’s comic relief, playing a hardcore gangster and an emotional Run Lola Run-style action-packed sprint in the film’s finale.
I spoke to the actor about his turn as a naive gangster, with genuine dreams and good intentions. A turn that saw him win the best actor award at the Durban International Film Festival. He talks about how he got the role, working with his co-stars and most importantly, how it felt frolicking in human faeces.
Ghafla!: “How did you get involved with the film?”
Joseph Wairimu: “Okay. I got involved with the Nairobi Half Life film through an audition, whereby I was called for an audition by Kamau wa Ndung’u, the casting director. But before that, I’ve been featured in different kind of films like Ndoto Za Elibidi…”
G!: “And that one won something.”
JW: “It was film of the year at Kalasha, it scooped a number of awards. I also featured in Kibera Kid.”
G!: “For Nairobi Half Life, you won a best actor award at DIFF. How did you feel when that happened?”
JW: “I did win the best actor award, which was a great recognition because of the kind of work that we do. It makes me very happy and I know it might look very overwhelming, especially for my first feature film as a lead actor to be acknowledged.”
G!: “There’s a scene in the toilet “cleaning” s**t. I was thinking, you deserved the award if only for that one scene.”
JW: (Laughs) “The beauty of our career is being able to get challenged with situations and being able to live through them. You don’t know what it gives you at the other side but you just want to do it. So, when I was given the role, especially trying to paint the image of Mwas, my main accomplishment is do it convincingly.
So, that scene in the toilet, I would say it was just very interesting and there were interesting things that were going through my mind as an actor. I’m really looking forward to watching it, it’s going to spark a lot of memories.”
G!: “I’ll spoil the movie for you, it was really, really good.”
JW: (Laughs) “Thanks!”
G!: “Unlike other people in the film who are boxed into one role. They are gangsters all through. You have the hard job of convincingly playing a gangster who is not really a gangster, who is conflicted and torn between two lives. That comes out very clearly and non-verbally in the film. That couldn’t have been that easy.”
JW: “First and foremost, Mwas had this sophisticated life. And the sophistication came from trying to live through different times and different lives, all in one. First I did my research. On set, there were these other amazing actors: Olwenya Maina, Anthony Ndung’u, Paul Ogolla, Chege. We would talk about it.
I feel a great sense of accomplishment if I can make my target audience believe my character. I’m pretty confident that people are going to watch this movie and love it, especially considering the reception it got from the Durban International Film Festival.”
Nairobi Half Life is showing at the Planet Media Cinemas in Prestige from today, throughout the next week at 3:20 p.m. and 7:20 p.m. Prices are Kshs. 350 on weekdays and Kshs. 450 on weekends.
Omera WHAT IS??…Ramogi Nite is baaaaaaack!!! This evening all roads lead to the Carnivore Simba Saloon for the sensational Ramogi Nite.
You can’t afford to miss the biggest event where the “cream” of the Kenyan society gathers for one common reason: Having a ball the traditional way.
Come and sway to palliating Luo music till the break of dawn. Without forgetting, finger-licking Lakeside cuisine will be in the house too.
Omera, what would be a better way to end the month other than the Ramogi way, yawa!!
Nokia Don’t Break The Beat Finals going down tomorrow.
All HipHop heads should head out to Ichonic over at Racecourse for a serious showdown; a rap battle between to gifted freestylers.
Tomorrow the two finalists Ujiji and X-calibur while a bruising fight to the lyrical death of the other and all this is for the grand prize of 250,000/-, a chance to record a track with STL and the chance to record 4 songs, 3 of which will have topnotch videos produced to accompany them.
All of Kenya’s hiphop heavyweights will be in the house to see the kenyan freestyle king crowned. That basically means that if you want to party with Kenya’s big name celebrities and Ghafla’s Rockstars, you should make your way on down looking nothing short of dapper.
Come on out so we can have a solid time watching, nay, listening to these lyrical gladiators slaughter each other.
Wait what? A chain worth how much now?
Well according to Pulse, Shaffie Weru has purchesd a chain worth 250,000/- for his friend Ringtone as a gift!
I read the story in utter disbelief but according to said source, this was in reaction to Jaguar issuing out barbs at Ringtone about his chain after the latter claimed he had the most expensive chain worn by a Kenyan artist.
Ringtone was even quoted as admitting that the chain he had erstwhile been flaunting was a fake but he added that though that was the case, it had God’s annointing. But the lad is now besotted by the new bling.
Good stuff from the pair. Clearly Ringtone did something right to get this new blessing.
Jaguar seems to be deep in the political circles. He has been spotted in the company of big wig politicians getting up close and candid. He still however maintains that he has no plans whatsoever of joining politics or politicians’ campaignes.
“Not now, not ever,” he says. So it’s safe to assume that he and the Prime Minister are just cool like that… really?
Gospel rapper, Juliani is set to perform at the next edition of Kwani? Open Mic at Club Soundd on the 2nd floor of Hamilton House on Kaunda Street.
The main performer on the night will be poet, Moraa. Juliani will be featured as the performing artiste on a night filled with poetry and musical performances. The emcee for the evening will be radio host and poet Cindy Ogana.
The event will take place on Tuesday, September 4th between 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Juliani is mostly known for his rapping, but his poetic side is evident in some his music. He has also done poetry, most prominently on the TV mini-series, Shuga.
Nairobi Half Life premiered last night with alot of pomp and grandeur.
The event which was well planned, well choegraphed and well executed was graced by the who is who in the entertainment industry. From Nonini to Eric Wainaina who was accompanied by his lovely wife.
Even KJ of Redykulas fame was in the house showing support for Kenya’s fledgling movie industry.
The stars were all looking dapper in their cocktail wear with Tosh Gitonga’s outfit grabbing my eye.
The movie is one that all Kenyans and indeed Africans will relate with as it’s a familiar story but how it was retold is what makes this movie a Kenyan and indeed African classic. But i do not give spoilers so you should run down and watch it.
Anyway, here are the sights and sounds you missed out on last night:
Rapper & Owner of fashion line Angohili Nelson Muriuki A.K.A K-Nel is fired up from the con-artist allegations after rapper Abbas Kubaff trolled him on his Facebook Page earlier this week. Abbas didn’t relent in blaming Nelson for doing shady business with local Kenyan artists. Take a look;
Reality cheque:it has come to my attention that the music industry has been invaded by individuals who are eventually destroying it by doing bad bizness and violating artist rights. this individual called k-nel anglohili is going round town giving artists fake deals….word to all my fellow artists..Brake that circle…i am hip-hop so i must protect me!
Additionally, other hip-hop heads emerged claiming that K-Nel owes them money for failing to honor their deals. In fact one rapper claimed that K-Nel only does phone deals which make it easy for him to swindle guyz.
Following these allegations, K-Nel came out guns blazing on denying the claims;
I personally have not contacted Abbas about these comments yet, but I have started some research in the last day, asking around to find out if I could find any artists that could come out in public on our blog and share what their disconcernments are in regards to working with Nelson, if any. No one has come forward yet as of today.
Downplaying the whole thing, K-Nel says he’s keen on expanding his clothing line divulging that he will soon be entering the Ugandan market. He however asked his “non-believers/accusers” to stay tuned to his YouTube Channel as he will post something for them.
I guess it will be an interesting story to follow.
It seems Prezzo and Goldie buried the hatchet and are now back to their smooth talk. This time, Prezzo really outdid himself. I mean, flying all the way to Nigeria just to apologise and set things straight? The typical Nairobi man would have just made a short phone call and said “sorry!” I know, I know… convenient, right?
Anyway, the relationship might just turn out to be something solid after all, though they have decided in taking things ‘slow’ (that’s how it all starts. Soon we’ll be welcoming babies and whatever else comes with it). One thing I know for sure, Prezzo and Goldie would make like the next J Zay and Beyonce. Yeah, I went there.
So, now that things have been patched up and everything is sweet once again, should we be expecting Goldie in kenya any time soon. Keep it Ghafla to find out.
Things are going perfectly well for ex Big Brother contestant, Millicent Mugadi it may seem. Well, at-least in Nigeria. According to all the deals she’s landing while enjoying her stay there, she might even start considering relocation.
Ever since she was kicked out of the Big brother House years ago, opportunities have been her shadow, especially in the film industry. Constantly landing roles in various films, all the way to the West, she is now a house hold name in Nollywood.
This may not seem like much to you, but check this out. Getting invites from another country, better yet, rival country (in film industry) to host and be an emcee of their event, is kind of a big deal.
Millicent recently emceed along side her fellow ex BBA contestant, Vina at the launch of the ‘Addiction’ video, done by Aaron and Sharon Igho, who are Nigeria’s latest twin stars.
Meanwhile, she is still organising for parts in more Nollywood movies. Pretty awesome, huh?
The highly anticipated blockbuster, Total Recall will be showing tonight at the Star Flix cinemas at Prestige Plaza on Ngong’ Road. You can catch the show daily from 2:00 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.
Total Recall is a remake of the 1990 adaptation of a Philip K. D**k novel which starred Arnold Schwarzenegger. Colin Farell takes up the role of a factory worker who realizes he might be a spy after enrolling in Rekall, a program that provides clients with a desired alternative life through brain chips.
The action packed film also stars Kate Beckinsale, who you might remember as the vampire slayer on Underground. Jessica Biel, from the ’90s TV show, Seventh Heaven and movies such as Stealth, The A-Team and Blade Trinity also appears. One of the finest TV actors of our time from one of the best TV shows of all time, Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad) plays the villain.
The Dark Knight Rises will share screen with Total Recall at 11:00 p.m. and 4:20 p.m. On Screen 2, you can catch the fourth installment of Ice Age, Continental Drift at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The testosterone-filled actioner, Expendables 2 will show at 5:15 p.m., 7:15 p.m. and 9:15 p.m.
Expendables 2 gathers some of the baddest, manliest and toughest actors in film history: Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Chuck Norris, Terry Crews, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Bruce Willis, Arnold Schwarzenegger…okay, you get the drift. It’s going to an action-filled weekend at Star Flix Prestige.
Seriously, this isn’t a joke at all. The song is actually called ‘The Weed Song’. Yeah, these guys are that serious about trees. Inhaling their way to the skies, it may seem.
This song is done by non other than the lyrically acclaimed Kalahari group rapper, Moroko. In this song, Moroko features Gadi Moja and Jadel from Ground Zero, as they impart “wisdom” to their listeners.
I need not say more about this. You need to listen to these lyrics. Hilarious! Check it out.
If you still haven’t caught Viva Riva!, the Congolese blockbuster that took the world by storm, then Star Flix Cinema at Mega City City (Kisumu) has you covered.
The film will show on Screen 2 between Friday and Sunday at 11:45 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
The film tells the story of a wild and uninhibited young man who falls in love with the wife of a crime lord but, nonetheless, pursues her. Meanwhile, he is also being pursued by an Angolan mob boss from who he stole a boatful of oil right in the middle of a petroleum drought.
The two situations overlap to create a volatile and explosive situation that saw the director receive worldwide accolade for the film’s graphic portrayal of the Kinshasa undergound: drugs, sex and crime.
Showing on Screen 1 will be Indian action flick, Rowdy Rathore. On Friday, it shows at 3:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Between Saturday and Sunday, showtimes are at 11:30 a.m., 3:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
Motivating, inspiring, life changing… I couldn’t pick just one, to describe the life of this rapper. Against all odds, Octopizzo has managed to capture his dream and believe it or not, he is just getting started.
Ever since he started rapping, he always knew that this would be his ticket out of the slums/ghetto. He believed himself to be a success story and made sure that it will be so, and so it did.
Looking at where Octipozzo came from to where he is right now, most people would not believe this to be reality. That is probably why some controversial loving individuals just couldn’t resist pulling the illuminati card on him. With multiple video and tracks on production and side businesses going perfectly well, this guy is literally laughing all the way to the bank.
What I like most about this guy is the fact that he loves being the first on everything, and we all know how that works out. Take for instance, his latest music video. He has an actual violinist in the track and features him in the video too. Hip hop blends so well with violin, that much Kanye West has proved and Octopizzo is the first to do it here. Watch as others follow suet shortly.
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A while back, Octopizzo did a documentary with Amnesty International, which is an online video channel that covers inspiring slum stories from different parts of the world. In this documentary, Octopizzo takes us on a short tour through his old hood, Kibera, and even shows his previous house. Captivating and downright inspiring stuff right there.
Check out the documentary below.
The one plan you must have tonight is to be at the Alliance Française from 7pm.
After two successful runs of The Premier edition of the HOT SEAT, the King of Wit comes back on stage in his one man show “Me, Myself and I”. He will be sharing multiple insights on, amongst other things, things they never taught you about fatherhood.
Be part of a one and a half hour of a side splitting riot served rare and undiluted.
This is definitely a show that should not be missed especially if you have not had a hearty laughter. Tickets cost only 500/= bob.
1. A comparison of Kenyan artistes to their international counterparts.
2. The youngsters are making waves across the continent. Camp Mulla Nominated for Nigeria’s Biggest Awards.
3. Toxic Thinking of another Baby 6 Days after Delivery.
4. Check out photos of a True Blood actress visiting the country here.
5. Photo Gallery: Behind-the-scenes At Amileena’s Latest Video Shoot.
6. Octopizzo just stepped up his game, with a violinist in his new video. Check out the trailer here.
7. How it went down at the Kikoy Culture Festival?
8. A review of one of the best films to ever come out of Kenya, check it out here.
9. Remember Alex from the group, XYZ. Check out his comeback track here.
10. Pic of the day: Anto Neosoul, the 21st Century Kikuyu warrior.
Nairobi Half Life opens tomorrow at the Planet Media Cinemas at the Westgate Mall. The film is a brilliant depiction of a Nairobi some of us might not know exist. And the ones who do, might be too embarassed to admit they do.
The opening shot sets up the main character, an aspiring actor who has to make do with selling bootleg films, the closest thing to his dream back in the village. When the opportunity to travel to the big city arises, he takes it enthusiastically takes it up. This is where we start seeing Mwas’ naivety and the brilliance of Joseph Wairimu’s acting.
He leads a cast of brilliant actors, standout characters being Daddy M (Mburu Kimani), who I wish had more screen time. There’s never been any doubt about Abubakar Mwenda’s skill and you can see why in his role as Dingo, the don of the Nairobi underground. Mugambi Nthiga’s role needed a brave and fairly unihibited guy to pull off, and one of his scenes might inspire some debate.
Another scene that I’d like to see reactions to is Khanji’s scene with Mwas in his shop. The casting for all these roles were pretty good, especially the Gaza crew, made up of Olwenya Maina as Mwas’ mentor and his jeshi, Paul Ogola’s Mose, Anthony Ndungu’s Waf, Johnson Gitau Chege’s Kyalo.
The film locations are mostly concentrated at Gaza, which is an actual place in Grogon. This is where Mwas ends up after ending up on the wrong end of Nairobi, after an interesting welcome to the city. Besides, dealing in stolen parts, Mwas also prepares for a play, which a montage intercutting between Mwas two lives.
The score is beautiful. Even the parts with songs we already know were interesting because they had been customized for the particular scenes. Alai K is my favourite male vocalist from Africa and his work on the film stands out. His bits worked so well with the film, especially at the end. He is one artiste who needs to blow up.
Serah Mwihaki, Potash and Samuel Munene under the supervision of Billy Kahora (2012 Caine Prize nominee) did a great job with the script. I went into the film thinking it would have enough English to disqualify it for the Foreign Language Oscar category, but the film is basically 98% sheng. Meaning, the film is now eligible, the submission deadline for which is next week.
Thank God for the subtitles, it’s some very concentrated sheng which actually adds some flavour to the film. You have never seen sheng this poetic. The only thing I didn’t like about the film are the crowds who kept staring at the actors at almost all the outdoor scenes.
The film shows at the Planet Media Cinemas at Westgate. The Friday 7:30 p.m. show is unfortunately sold out, but you can catch the 3:20 p.m. show tomorrow. You can also watch it over the weekend and throughout the next week at those times.
This dude is obviously changing the hip hop industry with every song and video that he does. He puts in his all in every production that he does and all his videos can attest to that.
This new video however, is on a level of its own. I mean, this guy might just be pulling a Kanye on us and we are loving the progress.
Octopizzo has not released the video yet but the teaser is available for all to see and go gaga about.
Check it out below.
What would probably have been one of the most hyped parties organized by two of the major entertainment companies in Kenya, Ace Cards Entertainment and TruBlaq Entertainment has been posted till further notice.
The information was relied via their Facebook Event Page, and this is what it read:
Hey Party people, it breaks our heart to say this……
Due to the security concerns the event has been postponed, we shall keep you posted on further developments.
Regards
Ace Cards Entertainment & TRUE BLAQ ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
This came as a sad news to the fans considering the 24 hour house party was just 2 days away. They however expressed enthusiasm because it wasn’t cancelled all together.
Let’s see how it goes…
True Blood is one of the hardest hitting vampire series that has ever been made, and now one of its biggest stars, is in Kenya.
Kristin Bauer, popularly known as Vampire Pam in the hit TV series True Blood is in Kenya in an attempt to save the elephants that get killed for their tasks, and at the same time, try to curb the ivory trade that is currently a booming business for poachers all over Africa.
Kristin was hosted by Serena Hotel at the Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge. It is here that they all took time to plant a commemorative tree at the lodge. Check out the photos below courtesy of Herman Mwasaghua, Manager Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge.
Amileena is definitely going places. With Shine and Hodi Hodi (featuring Collo) and Why (the audio) already in her basket, it is so obvious that Amileena’s music career is heading north.
She recently shot the video for Why and from the look of things, it’s going to be worth a watch. The video was produced by Psych Media and directed by Randy Ngala.
Some of the locations in the video include Lavington and club RnB in Westie.
Check the behind the scenes photos for her new video…
Only a mother knows a mother’s fondness is what can best explain Toxic’s situation. Six days after Juliet Kwamboka a.k.a Toxic gave birth to a bouncing baby boy, the sexy and controversial dancer turned singer can’t wait to make another trip to the delivery room.
The first time mum to Baby Aiden divulged her glorious moments with her newborn son on Twitter and passionately declared that she wouldn’t mind doing it all over again.
Toxic is thinking of getting another baby brother or sister for Aiden together with longtime boyfriend Serj.
Talk of being smitten with babies…
After XYZee went quite, Alexx Kinyua decided it’s time to go solo. This however revealed a side of him that we were not exactly used to. All his solo tracks were love songs and they kept on coming. It may seem as though the music they were doing as XYZee wasn’t really his cup of tea.
First came ‘First Love’, which was really sweet and did quite well on radio. Then came ‘Pretender’ which was rather bitter but full of reality. And now, introducing to you Lexx Kinyua’s new song, which is also a love song, ‘Wanjiru’.
This time, Alexx sings about the haters that come with a new girlfriend. The video is yet to be shot but meanwhile, Check out the new song below and tell us what you think about it.
The Kikoy Culture 2012 with Dinka took place this past weekend and as these photos are about to tell you, it was nothing short of awesome.
For the unfortunate few who missed this epic event, check out how it went down (in brief) through these photos, courtesy of 6:AM Entertainment.
Get more of the photos here.
It seems Camp Mulla is becoming a force to reckon with in Africa and the world. Barely a month after being nominated for Best African Act at the 2012 BET Awards, the sensation hip-hop group has yet again been recognized by the Nigerian Music Industry.
The group has been nominated for their song Feel No Pain in the African Artist of the Year category in the upcoming Headies Awards. Camp Mulla will face it off with South Africa’s Zahara with her track Loliwe, Ghana’s Sarkodie of the Azonto fame and D-Black also from Ghana with Get On The Dance floor.
The Headies (also known as the Hip Hop World Awards) is Nigeria’s biggest awards event. The Headies is an authentic annual music event that was born seven years ago and rewards artistic ingenuity. This year like in the past, the event will be held at Convention Centre of Eko Hotels and Suites, in Lagos on Saturday, October 20.
We wish Camp Mulla all the best…
Ok so in music and entertainment, it is close to impossible to avoid drawing parallels between emcees.
And in the same vein, we can draw parallels between our artists and foreign celebrities. Humour me for a minute as i delve down this discourse.
To start us off, we have:
Ukoo Flani and Wu-Tang.
Both crews revolutionized the way hiphop was done in their respective countries and as to date both crews still command immense respect from the hiphop heads in their countries.
Under the guidance of the RZA, Wu-Tang went for a different sound that up to date is considered classic. K’Shaka also opted for a different way of doing Kenyan Hiphop and have gone on to inspire local rap groups.
Abbass and ODB
Granted, ODB was a member of Wu Tang but his eclectic style can only be compared and contrasted effectively with K-South’s Abbass. Osiris was always going off on a tangent on the instrumentals in a mad manner but his madness always had a method to it that sounded like true magic. Same thing with Kenya’s big man Abbass. Whether he’s howling on a track or doing something unexpected like ad libbing, it always comes off as pure music and that is a tough one to pull off.
Avril and Rihanna
While the bad girl part can be contested and hotly at that, controversy has dogged both. Avril’s notorious pics did alot to raise her profile just as Rihanna’s bad girl persona after her split with Chris Brown has done her’s.
Both are sultry singers, both are rather comely and easy on the eyes and both have a way with men’s hormone levels.
Avril has done alot to shed the ghosts that haunt her from her past but Rihanna has embraced hers. Still, the parallel, can be struck.
Just a Band and Black Eyed Peas
When B.E.P were starting out, they were on the Q.T and the hush hush. But they went mainstream and blew up. Likewise J.A.B who had a small following of dedicated fans when they started out but have now grown to not just national but just international reknown.
J.A.B can only grow bigger and follow in the footsteps of one of the world’s biggest groups B.E.P!
Octopizzo and 50 Cent
When Fiddy came out, he was taking shots at everyone demanding respect. Octo came out and took shots at Abbass. And he didn’t hold back. And his hard hitting and gritty lines have everyone sitting up and acknowledging his lyrical prowess.
And what of the business acumen? Fiddy has been everywhere investing in everything and Octo has now been bitten by the business bug and has a clothing line aswell as a line of condoms.
Camp Mulla’s K’Cous and Kanye West
K’Cous raps and produces. Kanye raps and produces. Problem? I thought not! And to top it all off, both have a borderline obsession with their wardrobes. Add a pinch of confidence and a tad of controversy to the mix and voila! You have Kanye in K’Cous.
Muthoni DQ and Missy Elliot
Think about it, both are eclectic and both are singers cum rappers and they both do experimental music and with brilliant outcomes. Plus both are businesswomen to boot.
Either he takes his acting career very seriously, or he is just losing it. Either way, AntoNeosoul is going H.A.M on his costumes.
This is the second time he’s making it to the Ghafla photo of the day and the progress is… shall I say, crazy.
Check out Anto Neosoul as the 21st Century Kikuyu Warrior. (Click the photo to maximize).
Rapper DNA is set to perform in Dubai at the East African edition of AfroUrban Connexion in Dubai. The event will take place on the 31st of August at the Majestic Hotel Tower.
Besides DNA, other artistes expected to perform include Rwanda’s King James and Burundi’s VJ Bisosso will be on the decks mixing the best of reggae, roots, calypso, soca, dancehall, R&B, hip hop, genge, bongo and Naija flava. The event is organized by The Music Room.
DNA is most famously known for his club-banger, Banjuka. He went on to do some upbeat club music before giving his life to God and turning to gospel music. This year, he announced that despite still being saved he is getting back to doing secular music. He has since released another party anthem, Maswali Ya Polisi.
Rapper DNA is set to perform in Dubai at the East African edition of AfroUrban Connexion in Dubai. The event will take place on the 31st of August at the Majestic Hotel Tower.
Besides DNA, other artistes expected to perform include Rwanda’s King James and Burundi’s VJ Bisosso will be on the decks mixing the best of reggae, roots, calypso, soca, dancehall, R&B, hip hop, genge, bongo and Naija flava. The event is organized by The Music Room.
DNA is most famously known for his club-banger, Banjuka. He went on to do some upbeat club music before giving his life to God and turning to gospel music. This year, he announced that despite still being saved he is getting back to doing secular music. He has since released another party anthem, Maswali Ya Polisi.
It’s yet again that time of the day when you get updated by your’s truly on things you should be knowing by now. Be in the dark no more.
1. One of our hotest Kenyan gospel musicians has just been named the second most beautiful married lady in the world. Guess who?
2. Blogger and journalist Dennis Itumbi is in hot soup once again. What could he have done this time?
3. Yesterday’s photo of the day: Check out Sheila Mwanyiga at the Top 40 Under 40 Dinner.
4. We have just selected the top five reality shows in Kenya. Check if your favorite show made it here.
5. Hot Cars, Hot DJs, Hot Cocktail Deals, this is just the ultimate end month party.
6. Jaguar’s ‘Matapeli’ now has a house remix. Wicked!
7. It’s High Time Kenya Had A Signature Premier Festival/Concert! Something like this.
8. Hooray! IMAX has just introduced M-Pesa payments. This makes it so much easier.
9. Another actor turns into music and already has a debut single. Check it out.
10. Rabbit aka Kaka Sungura’a quotes and lyrics are finally available. Get them here.
It’s yet again that time of the day when you get updated by your’s truly on things you should be knowing by now. Be in the dark no more.
1. One of our hotest Kenyan gospel musicians has just been named the second most beautiful married lady in the world. Guess who?
2. Blogger and journalist Dennis Itumbi is in hot soup once again. What could he have done this time?
3. Yesterday’s photo of the day: Check out Sheila Mwanyiga at the Top 40 Under 40 Dinner.
4. We have just selected the top five reality shows in Kenya. Check if your favorite show made it here.
5. Hot Cars, Hot DJs, Hot Cocktail Deals, this is just the ultimate end month party.
6. Jaguar’s ‘Matapeli’ now has a house remix. Wicked!
7. It’s High Time Kenya Had A Signature Premier Festival/Concert! Something like this.
8. Hooray! IMAX has just introduced M-Pesa payments. This makes it so much easier.
9. Another actor turns into music and already has a debut single. Check it out.
10. Rabbit aka Kaka Sungura’a quotes and lyrics are finally available. Get them here.
The event was dinner celebrating the Business Daily Top 40 Under 40, along with a prize-giving ceremony. Jessica Colaco, the Founding Manager at the iHub and Judith Owigar, a member of the Akirachix, posed for a photo with fellow nominee Sheila Mwanyigha, famous for her Project Fame exploits.
Let’s just say that Sheila looked erm… different. Some have speculated that it was stage makeup that was worn inappropriately which generated the noticeable effect. What do you think?
The Kilifi Festival of Music & Arts will take place this weekend, on the 1st and 2nd of September at the Kilifi Plantations Airstrip. The festival is a celebration of music, arts and crafts.
Some of the best entertainers in the country will perform at the event, including guitarist and singer, Harry Kimani, the Ohanglaman, Makadem, Ally B, DJ Kuzi, Tanzanian songstress, Ray C, Mzee Ngala, rock band, Murphy’s Flaw and one of the hottest new talents, Fena.
Besides the performances, the event will feature a craft fair, DJ sets and a cultural village. Daily entrance passes will be charged at Kshs. 1,000 and Kshs. 500 for under 18s. The weekend passes will go for Kshs. 1,500 for adults and Kshs. 800 for under 18s. No entry charge for children under the age of five.
You have one last chance to watch the international blockbuster, Avengers, on IMAX 3-D at the XX Century IMAX in the CBD tomorrow, Thursday 30th. The very last show of the Avengers will air at 12:15 p.m.
The slot will probably free up for the main feature currently, The Dark Knight Rises as it makes way for the next big blockbuster, Total Recall. The remake of the 1990 film stars Colin Farrell who takes up the role that was previously portrayed by Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Avengers opened in early May and broke almost every box office record. It has recorded one of the longest runs of any films in the country due to its popularity. It is currently the highest grossing film of the year, it has the highest opening weekend and biggest summer film of all time.
You have one last chance to watch the international blockbuster, Avengers, on IMAX 3-D at the XX Century IMAX in the CBD tomorrow, Thursday 30th. The very last show of the Avengers will air at 12:15 p.m.
The slot will probably free up for the main feature currently, The Dark Knight Rises as it makes way for the next big blockbuster, Total Recall. The remake of the 1990 film stars Colin Farrell who takes up the role that was previously portrayed by Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Avengers opened in early May and broke almost every box office record. It has recorded one of the longest runs of any films in the country due to its popularity. It is currently the highest grossing film of the year, it has the highest opening weekend and biggest summer film of all time.
After successfully flying in the sensation Donnel Jones and “Mr. Love” Joe in December and March respectively, the Tusker Lite Experience is back like they never left!! Basically, The Tusker Lite experience is about creating a musical experience.
Well, it seem the organizers mean exactly that because this time they are bringing R&B singer-songwriter Johnny Gill. The 46-year-old is the voice behind My My My, Rub You The Right Way, Fairweather Friend among other top tracks.
It’s all gown down on the 8th of September at the Carnivore. Tickets cost will Sh3,000 each and will be on sale starting next week.
Ladies and gents, boys and girls, it’s about that time when Blankets& Wine rolls out yet another stellar edition.
And next month is no different! They have prepared a great line of acts to keep each and everyone of you picnic lovers entertained. From the eclectic Muthoni the Drummer Queen to Dj Cortega, Dj Eddie Grey, Edith Weutonga (from Zimbabwe) amongst others will be performing.
Advance tickets are already on sale at any Dormans outlet and via ticketsasa.com and as always the venue is Mamba Village and the event is sloted for the 2nd of September.
I will be there hoping to see you looking your best and having a good time.
IMAX Kenya has introduced M-Pesa payment. This comes just a few days before before they release the IMAX 2-D blockbuster, Total Recall. Check out the instructions for the new service below.
“Customers must make a booking confirming the movie and time then send payment by MPESA against the booking. Once payment is received by IMAX and a ticket is issued, it is neither refundable nor transferable.
There will be no refunds or transaction reversal once a ticket is issued. Please note that transaction code sent via text does not serve as “confirmation” of ticket issue. This should be confirmed by customer after payment through our ticket Booking phone lines: 0737- 558802 / 0737-558785 between 10am. and 10pm.
Customers must produce ID/Passport as proof of Identity together with the transaction code given by MPESA.
Erroneous payments will take a period of 48 hours to be reversed. Erroneous payments must be communicated within 72 hours to either of the following numbers 0737- 558802 / 0737-558785 between 10am. and 10pm.
While IMAX Kenya endeavors to provide convenient payment options to our customers we shall not be held liable for any losses owing to delays or network related failures experienced by the money transfer service provider. It should also be understood that Safaricom is providing the Payment platform on Mpesa method of fund transmission but it is not involved in any way in the operations of IMAX Kenya (ARFA AFRA LTD), therefore all queries related to the following shall be addressed to IMAX Kenya (ARFA AFRA LTD) directly.
i. Any refund of money related to erroneous payment to IMAX Kenya (ARFA AFRA LTD).
ii. Allocation of funds for Cinematic Features at IMAX KENYA Theater (XX Century Building, Mama Ngina Street, Nairobi)
iii. Issuance of receipts for services paid for.”
Trevor Gitonga is a man (or is it boy?!) of many talents. He is mostly recognized as an actor, but what most people don’t know is that he is also an emcee, songwriter and public speaker.
Trevor is most famously known for his role in the Jinna Mutune production, Leo. The critically acclaimed movie was backed by Pastor Julian Kyula, businessman Bernard Wambugu and Capital FM owner and DJ, Chris Kirubi.
Looks like the young star has decided to venture into the musical world. He has released a single with Stella Kagendo. You can check out his debut single, Pedal to the Medal, below.