Month: April 2013

Tonight is the night! Changes will be throwing down one of the best parties around Nairobi. Trust me when i say you’ll be hard pressed to find a livelier party!

And why is Platinum Thursday where it’s at? Well, the crowd consists of the grown and sexy. The mature lot; not the “let’s get drunk and punctuate our fights with bouts of vomiting”. The staff is friendly, the service swift. The people fly and the music banging. Allow me to expound:

Kaytrixx the Entertainer will be in the house mixing some of the sickest tunes around. From Afro Pop to House to Electro and hiphop. From New Jack Swing to Kenyan jams, Kaytrixx works them all!

<You can also do some celeb spotting at Changes>

Then there is the red carpet entrance. Trust me when i say that it’ll all be worthwhile. I know you didn’t get all dressed up for nothing… Come off the humble arrogance lad! And especially you lass! At Changes, everyone embraces looking good. Actually, nearly everyone steps out to Changes looking spiffy!

And then, there are the prices. The prices are just right! Omo, no buy beer for 200! Come to Changes and get that your shayo cheap. Get your beer at 135/- per bottle when you buy 3. And that offer lasts till midnight! Then the shisha is also rather economically priced retailing at 600/-.

 

 

If you understand Mike Rua’s lyrics, then you know lewd is an understatement. Some of the things he sings are out of this world, but that has earned him such a serious legion of fans that he globe trotts the way I commute to and from work.

He was recently in Kigali to thrill his loyal fans, I didn’t even know there were Mugithi lovers in Kigali. The things we learn everyday. Read about that here.

Well a fortnight later, he was scheduled to perform In the United Kingdom, but things went sour at Heathrow Airport. According to misterseed.com, a website that is run by Kenyans in Britain, Mike Rua was denied entry on Thursday afternoon 28th March, 2013. The article says, ‘Mike Rua & his Drummer Muhamed will not be performing their Mugiithi UK Easter Tour in Luton and  Manchester scheduled for Easter weekend as they have been denied entry to the UK at London’s Heathrow Airport by the UK Border Agency.’

It continues to say that ‘One of the organisers had this to say: “Mike Rua’s entry denial is beyond our control and our appeal could only be made next week Tuesday which of course would be too late. However, the event will still go on in Luton with free admission at Tripple M Foods with Djs Josh Paps and Djcymoh Cy.” the officials confirmed. Rua had a work permit officially given from Kenya but after exchange of words at Heathrow with the immigration officers he was denied entry. According to reliable sources Rua, as it is his usual character displayed a don’t care attitude to the officers. Answering questions without due care whether he would be admitted or not. Rua was overhead commenting: “Kwani nini iko hapa, si baridi tu.” He returned with the evening flight back to Kenya.’

Wow, ni kama ndrama ni kama vindio!

Read more Mike Rua news here.

 

Dennis Itumbi was accused of hate speech. Then in a turn of events, the charges against him were dropped. And in a quick rejoinder, he has decided to explore his legal options against the N.C.I.C but away from that, Dennis Itumbi has taken it upon himself to name and shame the Facebook pages that are participating in hatespeech.

And this is how the lad has decided to go about it:

Dear Kenyan CID, the following groups on social media with thousands of
followers are a threat to the national security: I urge your quick investigations and action…..
1. Kenyans against Uhuruto 2013
2. Nyanza si Kenya
3. Nyanza Republic
4. Cord Effect
5. R.I.P Willy Mutunga
6. Kenyans against IEBC
7. R.I.P Issack Hassan
8. I will never vote again
9. Bunge la Mwananchi
10. Wazimu Mkuu 11. Aany othe page that has antiKenya sentiment and debate that is beyond the border of freedom of speech……. Their post are extremly provocative.

 

And then there’s this:

Dear CID, following my earlier list My Friends and those who follow this page have requested that the investigation be expanded to the following pages…Kindly consider, this is our collective community policing and self regulation as social media users, the groups include….REST IN PEACE CORD ALLIANCE AND PRESIDENT REJECTED RAILA ODINGA

Over to you C.I.D.

Today is a rather bright Thursday morning but don’t be fooled! This cheeky sun has tricked me before. Just a day ago i was rained on so trust me when i say the sun is quite the trickster this April. Talk about extended April Fools jokes. But away from the weather and it’s sense of humour. Here are the 10 things you should know this morning:

#1. Find Out Why Team Uhuru’s Cynthia Nyamai Was On CCTV.

#2. Another Naswa Prank Goes Horribly Wrong. Prankster Beaten!

#3. List Of Artists To Perform At President Elect’s Inauguration Bash Released.

#4. Top 3 Socialite Nvde Pics

#5. Media Personalities Who Successfully Joined The Political Bandwagon.

#6. May The Real Lulu Hassan Please Stand Up!

#7. Sexy Amina Makes The Cover Of This Month’s Insyder Magazine

#8. Obama’s April Fools Prank

#9. K’Cous Releases His Latest Weed Song On Radio

#10. HBR’s Ciru Muriuki’s Rant About The Disgusting Tribal Diatribe On Social Media.

Got any plans this Saturday? How about Home-Boys Radio’s Uptown Saturday? Interested? I thought so.

6th April Saturday, head on down to Carnivore Simba Saloon for this event, this edition is dubbed The Invasion! This time, there’s more on offer as there will be three distinct genres ‘battling’ for your attention on one expansive stage. They are Afro Beats, Hip Hop and Dancehall! Believe that, HBR know how to throw a party and trio’s the word. You don’t wanna miss this one.

The night is themed ‘Sneakers and Stilettos’; Ladies come decked in the sexiest heels whilst the dudes rock their best sneakers.  Entrance is only 500 buck so get ready to dance yourselves sore. On the decks will be G Money, Dj John, Dj Kaytrixx, Dj Hassan, Dj Andie, Kafi, Burn and ZJ Heno. Ladies get in free till 9 PM, gates open at 7 PM.

With all these deejays, do you need me to cajole you to attend? Really?

There’s no denying that everytime Pilsner is involved in something, they go hard!! Well they are back and this time the pool challenge is bigger and better!

According to the press release, they are replicating the experience. Prior to this, the artists who’d performed were Prezzo, Abass Kubaff, Bamboo, Wyre, Juliani, Jua Cali and Mad Trax. The tournament organizers promise after-parties hosted by popular DJ’s of the formerly popular Pilsner DJ Mfalme competition and performances by popular artistes. These are DJ’s Joe Mfalme, Ricky and Nelly who will lead the DJ units in the countrywide tours, alongside already confirmed artistes like Abass Kubaff, Wyre, Bamboo and Jua Cali.

Pilsner Brand Manager Francis Mworia, music will be integrated into the tournament from the regional finals up to the grand finale. He says and I quote, “Pool is one of the few properties that consumers can associate with in their natural setting,” said Mworia. “We want to combine pool and music as it appeals most to our target consumer and bring the Pilsner experience to that many pub outlets.”

What’s so special about this tournament you ask?  The countrywide tournament’s winner automatically represents Kenya to the World Eight ball Championship in UK. It will be hosted in 820 bar outlets across five regions in the country with pomp, music and fare.

The last question you’re probably waiting for me to answer is which areas shall they be held?  The on-going tournament is being played in five regions Central (covering Kiambu, Nairobi and lower Eastern part of the country), Western (covering Nyanza, Western and Rift Valley provinces), Mountain (covering Central and upper Eastern provinces) and the Coast. The Armed Forces zone is categorised as a special region that will have major armed forces barracks pitted against each other.

Esh!

 

Got you! I know I know, April fools’ is so 2000 and late but I couldn’t help it! Now to the story itself.

I twisted the facts just a bit. I wrote about Usijali, her duet with Mudigi Savara of Sauti Sol. This was the first offering from her sophomore album and boy wasn’t that article popular! Atemi’s album by the way is called Manzili-State of mind, and is currently on sale. I have listened to some of the songs and yes, it is definitely worth every penny you spend. Read about that here.

Well in the spirit of novelty and all matters promotional, Atemi teams up with Praise Adejo for a concert that promises to be all kinds of amazing. Praise who? Sit down and let me school you! Praiz is one of those soulful singers from West Africa. He came to the fore musically after participating in MTN’s Project Fame. Although he was 2nd runner’s up, he nonetheless has carved out a niche for himself, making vocal appearances on M.I’s ‘Epic’ and Bez’s ‘that stupid song’. ‘That Stupid Song’ was the first Nigerian video to get airplay on BET. Lanes people, lanes! 

At the opening concert for season four of Project Fame West Africa, he performed alongside wait for it, Brandy, Joe Thomas, D’Banj and Chidinma among others. Le sigh.

Below is a song from him so you atleast know what to expect. The Concert will be held on 12th April 2013 at Pride Inn Hotel and Conferencing on Westlands Road next to Graffins College. It starts at 7 pm. The charges are Kes 2,000/- advance and Kes 2,500/- at the gate.

Atemi never disappoints so I suggest that you grab those tickets ASAP and prepare to be blown away! Vocal dexterity ain’t no thang for these two accomplished singers so you shall definitely be in for a treat.

 

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It is all systems go, now that the supreme court ruled in favour of president elect Uhuru Kenyatta. I hear next week’s inauguration has earned us a holiday and I am stoked in no small way! Can anyone confirm to me beyond a shadow of a doubt that 9th April 2013 is indeed a public holiday? Moving along swiftly…

So the rumour mills have been rife with out of this world allegations that international artists shall be gracing the inauguration podium. Among the names dropped were, wait for it, Chris Brown and even Rick Ross. And doesn’t Shaffie kinda resemble Rick? Hmm.

Back to the story. laura Walubengo gave a list earlier today of the artists confirmed to perform at the ceremony. It includes Rufftone, Ringtone, Sauti Sol and Sarakasi Dancers. I for one I’m surprised Jaguar and Size 8 didn’t make it to the list! Or Avril for that matter. Sauti Sol by the way were recently in Lagos, read about that here.

The swearing in ceremony shall be held at Kasarani Sports Complex, so expect pomp and colour! This promises to be one of those momentous occasions, that shall have the bank accounts of these artists bursting at the seams. That of course is my subjective opinion, who knows, they could be performing probono for the love of this country! Right…

Earlier today Chimano of Sauti Sol tweeted a picture of the complex with the hashtag #Inauguration2013. That about seals the deal for me atleast.

Incase you don’t know who was behind President Uhuru Kenyatta’s public relations machinery, read that here.

 First photos of Pendo when she was wet came out, THEN a story about Vera Sidika removing her panties in public leaked to us, THEN an alleged nvde photo of Vera came out, THEN Shee Waruinge came out with a video of her twerking her booty, THEN Huddah came out with her own rump-shaking video, and THEN Pendo came out with her own nvde photo, which can be seen in this link.

Now I have carefully analysed all these photos, and come to a conclusion on which were the top 3:

3. Pendo’s backshot

It’s actually pretty artistic, and some of our recent female guests in the Ghafla!HQ were admiring. No lie.

 

2. Huddah’s booty shot

There is a certain female radio presenter who was drooling over this pic when I showed it to her. For the sake of avoiding lesbian rumors, I shall not reveal her name.

 

1. Huddah again. What more can I say?

 

For a collection of all the socialite’s nvde photos, click here.

The Government has said that it will crackdown on the hate speech that has permeated social media in the recent past. We have seen a couple of big wigs as they are called in twitter being summoned over their tweets or Facebook posts. 

Read about one of them here. Now Ciru Muriuki of who used to work at HomeBoyz Radio, has lent her voice to this fiery topic. I agree whole-heartedly with everything she says because it is sickening to read some of the sentiments people are putting out! You may think you can hide bacause you are ‘incognito’ on social media, but trust me, the long arm of the law will catch up with your diabolical self. Read her verbatim post below. 

“This has to be said. As I look around the social network, I am angry. Disappointed. Even a little scared. People I know, educated, rational adults casting reasons and common-sense aside to vomit tribal diatribe left and right. I’m not going to walk on eggshells here. If you run around saying Kikuyus are thieves, SLAP YOURSELF. Rubbish. Have you met the entire tribe? Have you never been helped by a Kikuyu? Treated by a Kikuyu doctor? Bought veggies from Mama Waithera? Did a Kikuyu steal your common sense?? If you’re jumping up and down calling Luos uncircumcised Kihii….SLAP YOURSELF. What the hell is wrong with you??

Why are you obsessed with the state of someones genitals?? Clearly the the absense of a bit of skin didn’t help your emotional maturity at all. Shut your ignorant mouth. If you’re feverishly typing, talking about Kikuyus being jigger infested…SLAP YOURSELF. How is the suffering of people in the deepest poverty a joke to you? And do jiggers choose who to attack?? “Oh look, a kikuyu…yummy”. Go talk to Cecilia what’s her name…..she will tell you that jiggers are found everywhere. Idiot. 

If you’re bleating like a goat calling Luos stone-throwing hooligans…SLAP YOURSELF. After you’re done, walk into the various universities and see the numbers of intellectuals from that community, who have greatly contributed to the development of this country. And then shut your giant mouth. Grow up!! Open your minds!! As you spew your venom, your leaders are comfortably ensconced within their mansions, oblivious to your existence! As you burn your ID be sure that your leader’s ID is very intact! As you gloat and celebrate victory as if YOU are the one that won, rememberthat half the country is heartbroken! As you judge me simply by looking at my surname, remember that i am no different from you….a Kenyan trying to live my life the best way I can…”

I don’t think there’s anything more I can add to this, it is self explanatory and I hope it effectively lambastes each of you posting that tribal venom. Here’s the story of yet another big wig who was summoned. 

The Circle is one of those events that I guarantee you shall be on your lips for ages! The last one which sadly I missed had a galaxy of stars in attendance, with performances by Amileena! See some of the people in attendance here.

Ofcourse the ‘creme dela creme’ of that whole event was the wet t-shirt competition that set social media on fire! That article put the name Pendo right at the tip of the socialite iceberg! See those pictures here.

This time however, the venue has changed and there are some few additions to the melange. First things first, the venue is at The Legend In Karen. Yes people, think lush gardens and uptown lanes, so you know what to expect when invited for an event of this callibre. Now to the juicy part, who shall be hosting. Bask in beauty my dear people. 

I wrote about her yesterday, yes people the disarmingly beautiful Brenda Wairimu shall be one of the hosts at The Circle this Saturday. Brenda is an acclaimed actress and fashionista. More so, she is into charity and that is laudable. Meet her on saturday.

Avril just like Brenda is stunning, very very stunning! She is currently riding them huge musical waves with her single hakuna yule which is uber popular. Wanna meet this beauty? Make your way to The Circle!

The third queen that shall be your host on this day is none other than Tahidi High and Mashariki Mix star Sarah Hassan. Most of you probably still prefer to call her Tanya. She by the way stars in House of Lungula to be released soon.

Ladies, y’all have not been forgotten, three gentlemen will be there for your ‘sampling’, so to say. One of the hosts is a gentleman by the name Joe Muchiri. If you don’t know who he is, google him! Enough said.

And who shall be on the decks you ask? Two other gentlemen that know how to hold it down. Heard of DJ Nruff? What about Deejay Joe Mfalme? Then you are in luck, because they shall be ensuring that the decks keep you on your feet! Dj Joe Mfalme was recently nominated, please vote for him, read about how you can here.

          

A few things to expect: There will be surprise acts on stage, as confirlmed in a comment on their Facebook page. “We have introduced Stand Up Comedy, Midnight Showtime, we have artists coming from Tanzania to perform in conjunction with Kenyan counterparts. The performing artists at The Circle are surprise artists so we don’t include them in the poster. This time we will also have a bonfire at night.” What more can i add to this already awesome mix. See you there.

It shall be held on Saturday April 6th. Dial *611*59# from your Safaricom line to get your advance tickets. Tickets: Kshs. 800 (Advance); Kshs 1,000 (Gate). This event shall be held every first Saturday of the month and is by Bernsoft Entertainment. Below is a picture of the venue.

 

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Yesterday Nairobi experienced a very rare occurence, it rained hail and brimstones! Okay just hailstones but it did stop traffic, literally and that happens once in a blue moon! That however did not make it to ten things because my workmates think it’s not important. How sad.

On to ten things:

1. There was that supposed tryst between Rachel Shebesh and Kenzo, I’m however not convinced. See here.

2. Pendo Pendo Pendo! Esh, see those new photos here.

3. Naswa prank goes horribly wrong. Guns were drawn! more here!

4. Now which hiphop artist thinks Marya can, nay should gerrit. Read here.

5. More socialite nvde photos! Oh my word!

6. On a sad note, the media fraternity lost a journalist. Read that here.

7. Sadder still, a genge artsist was bereaved, more details here.

8. K24 is still on that ‘poaching’ spree. More here.

9. Read about the top Kenyan artists on Reverbnation here.

10. Last but not least, my rant about Kenyan artists not performing with the likes of Snoop Dogg, 2Face for MTV all stars etc.

Last year, I had a brief stint as a singer, and part of the guys I’d rehearse with regularly was Lele. They were responsible for one of the best thing I did in 2012, singing for bed-ridden patients at Mater hospital. Interesting huh?

Hence it gives me great pleasure to write about this. They shall be live at Choices this Thursday. Remember last week, Winyo and Nina Ogot gave an amazing performance! Read about that here. According to the event bio that Choices posted in the event, “Lele Ngoma is an eclectic Urban AfroSoul band. They blend a variety of styles from traditional to contemporary. The band, whose name is Swahili for the height of music has set out to create a unique sound that preserves the rich cultural heritage of Kenya.

Having started out with jamming sessions at the Alliance Française, they were partly iinspired by Afrofusion artistes like Eric Wainaina, Sautisol, Winyo as well as international acts like Lokua Kanza and Hugh Masekhela.

The 7-piece band has performed at, among other events, the World Peace Event, Drum Café 2010 Kenya edition, Kinanda Festival, featured in Nairobi’s Finest-band edition and have been part of the Art in Medicine programme at the Mater Hospital for 2 years now. Their sound has been described as the ‘true urban sound’.” I don’t need to add to this bio, maybe the video below will paint a better mental image than my writing ever could.

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Models are peculiar people; they are disarmingly beautiful, sometimes tall and waif, voluptuous and flawless, even vain. Stunning to a fault, they command attention, have this air of ‘ethereal’ calm or a stay-away-from-me ‘stench’ that keeps you at bay.

Not so for Marie Ojiambo. According to her bio, Marie Ojiambo is a Doctor of Pharmacy who graduated with a bachelor of Pharmacy from the University of Nairobi, School of Pharmacy, Kenya. She subsequently relocated to the United States of America for further studies. She is currently pursuing a MSc in Industrial Pharmacy, thesis program, at St. Johns University, Queens new York. Damn!

It continues to say her career focus centers in the area of Drug Research and Development (R&D). This encompasses research on aspects such as drug discovery, development and production, as well as the evaluation of drugs and pharmaceutical products. And they say beauties seemingly have no brains! Geez. She has four siblings, all raised by a single mum who is alsp medical doctor by training with a masters in public health. The apple is yet to fall far from the tree.

Why should you vote for Marie you ask? Marie is currently working on starting a program ‘Adopt a Sickler’ whose mandate is to offer medical support to needy patients suffering sickle cell disease. The program couples up a patient who is in critical need of medication with a sponsor who would finance the patients chemotherapy for a year or longer. She has been living with Sickle Cell anaemia her whole life, falling sick in America where people had little knowledge about the disease fueled her resolve to be a doctor.

Marie is currently making arrangements to take up the daily medical expenses of 3 young children. These children suffer from the disease here in Kenya and says that her projects sustainability is purely dependent on goodwill. She plans to have medical awareness camps in areas that are sickle cell endemic. She is affiliated with Fashion for development, Talanta Africa Incorporation, Care for Kenya and the International Youth Council (Kenyan Chapter). The young doctor enjoys the outdoors, reading and travelling.

The pertinent question is HOW do you vote for her? Simple, go this this page, and click on the fifth star above her bio. That simple.

 

So last week Jeff wrote about some of our artists performing at The MTV all stars event to be held at Tree House on the 5th of April 2013.

Well, coming hot in the heels of that event will be the Lagos one that features, wait for it, 2Face Idibia, Davido, Ice Prince and Professor. The durban one will feature Snoop Lion. Who? You probably know him by former moniker Snoop Dogg. This is no April fools joke by the way, it is as true as diamonds being the result of immense pressure on coals.

I saw this press release and my heart sunk. It reads, “The Lagos leg of the urban club tour on 13 April will see performances from 2Face Idibia, Davido and Ice Prince, with a special guest appearance from South African urban giant, Professor.  Entertainment icon and multi-platinum artist Snoop Lion), aka Snoop Dogg will be headlining the concert finale at Moses Mabhida Stadium, People’s Park, Durban, South Africa on 18 May 2013.  “MTV Africa All Stars – KwaZulu-Natal Province” will broadcast around the world as part of MTV’s acclaimed World Stage franchise on MTV Base (DStv Channel 322) and MTV’s global TV network.”

I was wondering, when will Kenyan artists ever be invited to grace the stage with such artists? The line up for the Kenyan leg consists of amazing talent and I wish that one of them gets picked to either in Lagos or Durban. We have world class talent here.

The kenyan leg will feature Madtraxx, STL, P-Unit, Camp Mulla and Kanja. Tickets are 1,200 Kshs, on sale at Tree House, Museum Hill. Tree house played host to Tyranny of Benga, read about that here.

Brenda Wairimu has been the darling of Kenyan media for a while now thanks to Mali, Changing Times and Shuga. And the fact that she is dating hiphop powerhouse Juliani has not helped matters attention wise..

Fans keep tabs on her every post in social media, and I keep my eyes peeled for the things that I feel you need to know about. So yesterday her Facebook page had a treat for all her adoring fans, a snippet of an epic comic strip! Did I mention this is in addition to the customized calenders, and christmas cards that she unveiled last year for her lucky fans! Now, everyone does movies, documentaries, biographies but comic strips, hiyo ni nadra! That means ‘this is rare’ in Swahili. Brenda is after all from my hometown Mombasa.

Brenda has this unadulterated love for children and teens, and that is the main aim of this project. She wants to create something that will be read, enjoyed and bring ineffable joy to this impressionable group of earthlings. Her management team Black Curtain, plans to release a snippet every so often, and all those pages will culminate in a comic book. Every offering will be ripped from Brenda’s real life so yes, she shall literally give you a sneak peek of her diary. For now however, you just have to keep abreast with all this via her various social media platforms.

 

Dubbed B-comics, this project shall not only encapsulate her life for readers, but shall allow lucky fans to have their own characters created. These will all be included in the online comic stip to be compiled into a book. Did I excitedly mention that this is epic news! I’ll keep you in the loop, this story I feel shall unravel in a very interesting way.

Meanwhile check out this picture below! Also, read about her stance on a rather controversial story last year.

 

By now y’all know I have a penchant for artsy events and Sauti Academy never disappoints when they invite you for a concert.

Last week I reminded you of Beats and Pieces, and Saturday was DDay. It however happened to fall on the same day as the Supreme Court ruling, thus invariably, people were a bit wary of either stepping out or staying out too late. True to form, the concert was cut short midway following security concerns by the Safaricom team.

That would be a bad thing. But it’s not! There will be two Sauti Academy events this month. Another awesome thing is that everyone who paid for a ticket that day enters free for the ‘new and revamped’ Beats and Pieces. Okay I just had to throw in that Omo analogy, it sounded right in my head. Check out the pictures below, courtesy of Corban Mokaya of Korban Photography.

I’d written about #TeamForeverAlone on twitter getting a new anthem, did you read that? Here’s the link. Below is the guy who sang that. 

And yes sexy cinderella Cece Sagini was also in the building. Read about her here.

See y’all in a fortnight, you shall not be disappointed! I was impressed by how Natalie, director of Penya Africa that birthed Sauti Academy handled the ‘crisis’ that ensued. She not only said that all tickets purchased that day were valid, but actually asked if the people in attendance could car-pool so that the ones who would have otherwise used public transportation could get home safely. Courtesy of her I got home safe and sound, shout out to yah Natalie! Now you know why Sauti Academy is emblazoned in my heart. 

 

 

The Thursday before good friday saw me get my first off day here, and revel in the ‘freedom’ I did. I however prefer low key events so I decided to go confirm some things I’d heard. 

First point of call, Phoenix theatres to finally see what the fuss was all about with this play Fathers Day. I’d written about it here, so it was only fair that I go and ascertain for myself the scintillating details. Esh!

Second agenda, brave the rain and head on down to Choices Baricho road with my friend Kawira. Trust Nairobi to shudder when the rains check in, there was a gridlock from here to Kathmandu! By the time we were making our way to Choices, the first set was over and the place was full to the brim! That my good friends is how much traction Winyo has. If this guy ever quits the scene, music’s heart will break to smithereens I tell you. For more details about Winyo, read about him here.

Thanks to Quaint Photography, I have some photographs to paint a picture of how much you missed.

And yes, even Papa Shirandula’s Wilbroda was in attendance. It was worth making a mad dash whilst evading the relentless rain. 

 

 

Bernard Wesonga, a correspondent for The Star was found dead Sunday morning in his house in Mombasa. The deceased’s housemate found him dead and he was apparently bleeding from his mouth and nose.

While the cause of death is still as of yet a mystery, it is reported that the late Wesonga went out with some of his oboys to a local pub for drinks on Saturday night and left at around 10 p.m.

It is however alleged that Wesonga had told friends that he had been receiving anonymous death threats on his phone via texts which were in connection with a story that described allegations of unlawful shipment and sale of fertilizer that had exceeded its expiration date.

Authorities are still attempting to find the cause of death and have promised to do so by Wednesday. May Bernard Wesonga rest in peace.

I will never fully grasp the Kenyan peculiarities. I guess you have to be fully Kenyan to understand them. Be that as it may, it’s time to dissect an endemic problem that plagues Kenya’s entertainment scene: haters.

There is no weaker emotion than fear. But the next weakest emotion would be envy. And from the looks of it, Kenyans have it in the bucket loads. I am sick and tired of hearing Kenyans say they don’t listen to local music because it sucks. They talk as though the South Africans and better still, we Nigerians begun on top. You have to support your own! Build your own. And nothing works better than positivity. The negativity sucks the life and joy out of everything.

Then there is the lot that hate simply because they lack the spine to do something real and tangible. I recently said that Mista Majani is the Mark Zuckerberg of Africa. I didn’t even give him the lofty billing, i merely use the comparison. But whenever i say this alot of people catch feelings. Don’t! Do something or take a seat. All the hate and vitriol is useless if you have nothing to show for it. Just take a seat! The whole couch if you must but be seated! Why do Kenyans enjoy hating on people doing their own thing? Get behind me Satan!

And let’s not forget the lot that hates merely because they are angry. I don’t know why they are angry, i’m not paid to play the shrink so i don’t care. This lot always gets on the comment section to try to beat down the team. Some take it a step further and put entries into their blogs. Granted, they trend. But we trend so much we don’t even keep count so take a seat! Build! Don’t keep trying to destroy! All that does is tell me that you are beneath me and you want me at your level!

This lad can relate. Haters gonna hate!

 

But all isn’t lost. There are the folk that are supportive even in their criticism. This is the lot i keep paying homage to. The Denis Imayas and the Anthony Sserwaddas. The type to build. That is the only way Kenya will grow.

Stop hating on your actors and your entertainers. Giving props to Nigerian and South African and even Tanzanian artists like i need your help to say that Nigeria is the best nation in Africa in terms of entertainment. Take a seat hater!

I’m done ranting!

Easter came and vanished into thin air! I’m yet to grasp how quickly that long break just fizzled out.That festive period however, was innundated with events and one of them was dubbed Tyranny Of Benga.

Meanwhile at Tree-House, Dan Aceda, Amileena, Eric Wainaina, Atemi, Dela, and the Villagers Band threw it down like it was new year’s! I wrote about this event here, If you missed it, this is how it went. All pictures are courtesy of Quaint Photography, check out more pictures at their Facebook page. The event was organized by African Bonfire and Treehouse’s Culture Connect

Last week I’d told you that Amileena and Chizi are not breaking up!  See them below.

And this is definitely the picture of the day! Check her out!