Ladies and gentlemen, if you have heard octopizzo’s new song, you know exactly why I consider it a smash hit! If you haven’t, then you can listen to it here.
Yeah, this track is just that fire! And if you’re one of the cool kids or you just believe in supporting your own, you can get the track on mdundo.com.
And the best part is that not only is it free, it’s exclusive to mdundo.com. only they can give it to you for free. So stop delaying and log onto mdundo.com!
Today, if you want to catch up with your favourite Grandpa Records artist, you can do so at St. Catherine Children’s Home at Kibera.
The community service initiative will see them donate foodstuff and used clothes atthe home. And if you can also make any copntribution, you are actually being invited to do so. Any and every contribution will go a long way in helping the children at the home and is therefore highly appreciated.
The artists who will be at the home will be there at 10am today and they include: Mr. Nice, DNA, Jaguar, Wyre, Kendi, Pizo Dizo, Libby Warda, Refigah and Mr. Lenny.
Today, if you want to catch up with your favourite Grandpa Records artist, you can do so at St. Catherine Children’s Home at Kibera.
The community service initiative will see them donate foodstuff and used clothes atthe home. And if you can also make any copntribution, you are actually being invited to do so. Any and every contribution will go a long way in helping the children at the home and is therefore highly appreciated.
The artists who will be at the home will be there at 10am today and they include: Mr. Nice, DNA, Jaguar, Wyre, Kendi, Pizo Dizo, Libby Warda, Refigah and Mr. Lenny.
Top of the morning beautiful people! The weekend is finally here and it has a lot in store for you. With the Smirnoff Night party going down in Naxvegas tomorrow, all action moves there. But before that, here’s your daily dose of #GhaflaTen;
#1 Check out with Kenya’s First Ever Nvde & Erotic Photographer photos of his work.
#2 In a rather sad story, Mother-In-Law Actress Wanade Admitted To Hospital and her condition is dire.
#3 This Is How The AGDA Nominations Party Went down. Take a look.
#4 What would you do when you’re caught between a rock and a hard place? You Won’t Believe What Jalang’o Would Ask For If He Got Stuck In A Desert Island!
#5 And Yet Another Top Kenyan Secular Artist Follows Size 8 Into Gospel! Find Out More Here
#6 Attention! Attention! New Dress Code For Journalists Issued; Take It or Leave It
#7 After so much anticipation you can now Watch The Teaser To Kenya’s First Sex-Based Comedy House Of Lungula!
#8 Entertainers Dominate List of Most Influential Kenyans. Find out if your favourite entertainer made it into the list.
#9 Here are 7 Fascinating Facts About Nonini You Never Knew.
#10 Julie Gichuru To Be Feted At International Forum. Find out which one.
Now you’re up to speed. Have a mzoori weekend and take care ya’ll.
I just came across very very saddening news, from the Actors.co.ke. Mother-in-law is one of the most popular programs on Citizen TV, and Wanade is one of its most meorable characters.
This comes only days, after I wrote of Oliech’s mum being admitted in hospital. Read about that here. The picture used below is of the show’s creator, and the main actress who plays the mother in law role. I was not able to find a picture of Beth.
Well below is that status I’m talking about.
“Beth Mbaya aka Wanade of Mother in law, has been hospitalized at Meridian Equator hospital Nairobi West St Pauls Ward where she is very unwell. Only Family and close friends can visit her at the moment. Thank you for all for the prayers and well wishes coming in. We hope for the best..”
Our hearts go out out to her and her family, may health make haste and inundate her. It is very disheartening when one comes across such news. Please include her family in your prayers.
These are some of the things you should be aware of, before I leave for home.
Today happens to be Fena Gitu’s birthday. She of the Dutch, Africa Massive, Phenomenal woman fame. Just to celebrate her birthday, I have included a video by her because she too is phenomenal. She plays tomorrow at Tree-house tomorrow, read about that here.
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The other things are events. Gogosimo perform today at TreeHouse, it’s free, museum hill, westlands road.
Threat band perform at Choices baricho road. Wrote about them earlier, read about that here, entry is also free.
Project Shame goes down today at Sheeben Upperhill, hosted by Martin Kariuki aka the Human Vivizela. Entry is absolutely free.
And finally, Prem will be airing tonight as well as Friday at 6.30 pm.
Ever wanted to see Camp Mulla and Just A Band share a stage? How about with international acts like Batida & Octa Push (Lisbon, Portugal), Oren Gerlitz (Berlin, Germany) among other acts?
Come this Saturday, Goethe-Institut Nairobi will transform Marshalls Service Workshop into a concert and party location. And yes all those people shall be performing! The event bio states that Warm-Up and Aftershow-DJs from Johannesburg (South Africa) and Naples (Italy) – Visuals – BBoys. What else to expect? Great drinks and good people! Read the latest Camp Mulla news here.
Entrance is just 300bob! The event is Goethe-Institut Nairobi & TEN CITIES, location is Marshalls Service Workshop, opposite Kenindia House, Loita Street.
TEN CITIES teams up about 50 DJs, producers and musicians from Berlin, Bristol, Johannesburg, Cairo, Kiev, Lagos, Lisbon, Luanda, Nairobi and Naples, enabling them to produce music together and exchange their knowledge about the club scenes in their home countries.
The project started off in Luanda in November 2012. After production phases in Lagos and Johannesburg in 2013, Nairobi is the fourth stage. Renowned electronic music producers Octa Push and Batida, both from Lisbon/Portugal, as well as Berlin based musician, producer and Jahcoozi member Oren Gerlitz are coming to Nairobi. They will record new tracks with Just A Band, Camp Mulla and many more. Watch the latest Just A Band video here.
The highlight of the project phase in Nairobi is a grand show with all participating artists. In matters of the venue we’ve got inspired by a common practice of early underground electronic music scenes which set up parties in abandoned warehouses. Based on that we will transform a garage into a concert venue, adding this exceptional warehouse character. This is going to be an extraordinary experience so make sure you do not miss it!
Remember how I went on and on, about how people are now using phones to shoot videos? I was on to something, or so I’d like to think.
First it was Juliani who shot a two minute video for Nai ya who using an Iphone. Then there was that soon to be launched series called phoney shot entirely using a Nokia N8. Read about that here, it is by Nice Githinji.
There’s someone else who’s also shooting behind the scenes videos using an Iphone. His name is the Kissing bandit, ladies you probably know him. If you don’t, soon enough you will. He recorded the behind the scene video for floss na wewe, I shared that yesterday here. Well he was in the set for this new video, watch it below, this is great work. The video itself was directed by Kevin Bosco so y’all know the quality will be off the chains.
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GrandPa Records/Family is barely four years in the industry but has already made a name as one of the leading recording and production labels in East Africa. With the signing of artists like DNA, the studio’s success floodgates were opened and nothing seems to stop the record label.
In fact, just last week, GrandPa spearheaded Mr. Nice’s comeback to the music industry by signing him and produce a collabo for him and DNA(read about that HERE). With all this success in a very short period, the record label has decided to give back to the society; besides the Holy Book teaches that a hand that giveth is more blessed than a hand that receiveth.
As such, GrandPa Records will tomorrow visit St. Catherine’s Children Home in Kibera where the artists under the label will contribute food stuffs and used clothes to the orphans at the home. The label also welcomes well-wishers on board.
Among the artists expected to take part in the noble mission include; Mr. Nice, DNA, Jaguar, Wyre, Kendi, Pizo Dizo, Libby, Warda, Refigah and Mr. Lenny.
Ever wanted to be on telly? Ever wanted to party with an awesome crew?
Well going down in Meru this weekend, is a party you should be at if you are in their environs! Hosted by HYped East Africa, it will be a live shooting for the show. Come hang out with Ghafla’s own Nali, and the show’s director of photography Enos Olik. Enos is the man behind Octopizzo’s new song. The venue is Simba wells club, and entry is free!
On the decks shall be The Mingle’s Dj NIJO who shall double up as the host. Others shall be Veejays Whosayn and Alekkinds, as well as Dj Lenny. Please note, you shall be on TV so come decked out in your best outfits and attitudes! There shall be a red carpet where you shall be interviewd and even allowed to send salaams to your people. Be prepared to party, no ratchetness allowed though, it shall however be recorded if spotted. This is a Clement James Production, to be screened by Zuku Africa.
For a man who comedy is his fulltime job, you wouldn’t be able to tell whether he’s pulling your leg or saying the truth when you have a word with him. But one thing is for sure; Jalang’o is one of the most sought after comedians in the country.
He recently had a chat with Cheka Times crew where he revealed some beguiling details about himself. Here’s an excerpt of that;
CT: What would you be doing if you weren’t a comedian?
J: If I wasn’t a comedian I would be a comedian that I am right now. For me it’s either comedy or comedy, though I still have this desire to fly a plane and that’s why sometimes I just go to JKIA and watch planes take off and land as if am from ushago.
CT: Tell me how comedy started for you.
J: I was born a comedian so for me it started when I was very young. First show was when I played a doctor in Nursery school then another memorable moment was when I played Judas in a church play when I was in standard 4.
CT: Were you always funny?
J: Everyone always told me am funny especially my mother and for her no one disputes her as she has always been right. I can even quote my mum on this, “A Naked Man Doesn’t Fear a Pick Pocket”.
CT: Most embarrassing moment
J: It was when I was playing a role whereby I was supposed to cry and I ended up laughing instead as I can only act happy roles. This made me the worst actor at the Drama Festival as it was clear I wasn’t the best and ever since I ended up carrying an onion in my pocket to assist in playing any sad roles.
CT: What song would you have played at your funeral and why?
J: Definitely Katumbo Dance as it’s my song and why use someone else’s song?
CT: If you could take three things to a desert island what would they be and why?
J: I would take my iPad to check mail and to tell people am stuck to bring me water and 3 underwears as would want to remain clean.
CT: Favorite one-liner joker
J: If you can’t beat them, arrange to have them beaten.
CT: If you knew today was your last day on earth, how would you spend it?
J: I think I would spend my whole day at Kosewe eating fish until Jesus comes for me and still would request him to allow me to carry one piece to heaven.
There you have it!
Kenyan-schooled and Uganda’s top Hip-hop artiste, Navio is bereaved. The husky-voiced rapper lost his maternal grandmother a week ago during a function in Kampala.
According to Uganda Online, Molly Blick (84) was at Serena Hotel attending the celebrations to mark 20 years of Crown Beverages Ltd, the makers of Pepsi-Cola in which her daughter Prof. Maggie Kigozi (Navio’s mum) is one of the three major shareholders.
Shortly after Prof. Maggie introducing her she waved to the crowd and moments later broke for dinner. It’s during that time that she collapsed and died. The MC of the night, Roger Mugisha was faced with the worst experiences since assuming this role saying, “I had just mentioned that the old lady has stamina that she wasn’t on a wheelchair…gosh! I gave her so many compliments.”
In a short tribute, Navio said, “People pass away. Remember them as they would like to be remembered.”
Our sincere condolences to Navio and his family.
Kenyan-schooled and Uganda’s top Hip-hop artiste, Navio is bereaved. The husky-voiced rapper lost his maternal grandmother a week ago during a function in Kampala.
According to Uganda Online, Molly Blick (84) was at Serena Hotel attending the celebrations to mark 20 years of Crown Beverages Ltd, the makers of Pepsi-Cola in which her daughter Prof. Maggie Kigozi (Navio’s mum) is one of the three major shareholders.
Shortly after Prof. Maggie introducing her she waved to the crowd and moments later broke for dinner. It’s during that time that she collapsed and died. The MC of the night, Roger Mugisha was faced with the worst experiences since assuming this role saying, “I had just mentioned that the old lady has stamina that she wasn’t on a wheelchair…gosh! I gave her so many compliments.”
In a short tribute, Navio said, “People pass away. Remember them as they would like to be remembered.”
Our sincere condolences to Navio and his family.
She may have taken a break from the screen (read about that HERE) but behind the scenes, Julie Gichuru is making a positive impact to the world. The gorgeous anchor is set to address women drawn across the globe.
Julie will be among 60 women speakers who will be giving keynote speeches at the inaugural Women Inspiration & Enterprise (WIE) Africa in South Africa. WIE Africa aims to contribute to changing the perceptions of Africa as a whole by showcasing successful African women and innovation. The event will connect with the next generation of African leaders through a series of fully interactive, informative and exciting sessions.
WIE Africa will be the first women’s symposium on the African continent to bring together female leaders from the worlds of politics, business, philanthropy, media, fashion, entertainment and the arts to empower and inspire the next generation. The inaugural WIE Symposium Africa is to be held from May 5th to 7th, 2013 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Isn’t it amazing when you read a band’s bio, and realize that in their own way they have brand ambassadors for the country?
Meet Richard ‘Reechie’,Wandati (drummer), Tito Monako (Bassist), Ben ‘Gittx’ Gitau (Keys), and Benjamin kabaseke (Guitarist). These are the guys that make up Threat Band. Their musical resume is baffling as it it enthralling, they have played with the who’s who globally! They have played with Javen (U.S.A), Vivien Green, Benjamin Aggerbaek, Pallek Klok, Louise Hoegh from Copenhagen Denmark, Olivia Mutukudzi from Zimbabwe. The have shared the stage with: Jonathan Butler, Israel Houghton, Kirk Franklin, Cece Winans, Deitrick Haddon and Damita Haddon. ESH! I can’t believe these are guys I have seen playing at Drum Jam, I should know people!
In Kenya, they have played or shared a stage with top notch performers as well. Key among them bieng Juliani, Neema Ntalel and Kanjii Mbugua, Suzanna Owiyo, Aaron Rimbui, Kaima Mwiti, Redsan,Camp Mulla, Jimmy Gait, Jaguar, Wahu, Habida, Jua Kali among others. Among others.
Some of their past performances include:
• Safaricom Kenya Live tour
• Israel Houghton Kenya Concert
• Kirk Franklin Kenya concert
• COP 17 Climate change tour (visiting over five
countries in Africa)
• Mathewmattix House of Jazz
The band has been in existence for five years, and I for one I’m glad the musical rapport is still there, the bonds stronger than Samson.They are known for music versatility and chemistry, which gave birth to their name threat band kenya. Watch them this evening at Choices Baricho Road courtesy of Roots International. Watch one of their performances below.
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What are you doing on Saturday? How about I ineterest you in a gig!
Have you heard of the Godown Arts Centre? You have. Heard of GodownGig? Happens every last Saturday of the month, and this Saturday is no different. Now the last one was graced by Steve Nyabwa, Fena Gitu and Kidum! If you missed that one by the way, you missed out on arguably one of the best gigs in Nairobi this year. See those pictures here. Well as I said it’s back, and this time, the artistes to entertain you are Murfy’s Flaw, Amileena and Mutinda. Murfy’s flaw are that group that kidnapped someone because he fleeced them of money. I kid you not, read about that here!
Amileena who refused to break up with Dan Aceda, will be curtain raising for Efya this evening at Carnivore. Read about that here. Mutinda is that guy that has adoring fans even in China, that by the way is not a joke. So what stops you from attennding? The event is free, and begins at 3.00 pm on the dot! You best be there, you shallnot be disappointed!
Nonini as an artist is a guy of many firsts. After landing another high-flying job early last month, the Genge godfather became the first ever official top East African artist on Facebook. But that was not enough because there were huge things to follow as you will soon find out.
Recently on JSO@7 on Kiss TV, John Sibi Okumu hosted the musician where he divulged a few things about himself and the music plans he has.
Take a look;
I. Has a Jehovah Witness background.
II. Refers to his partner in a special name, but he declined to reveal it.
III. Genge (a genre he started) is not all about music; it’s a lifestyle.
IV. He is the top MSCK earner with a whooping KSh.1 million in royalties per year.
V. Wants sheng (Genge sheng) to be as huge as Nigeria’s Pidgin English.
VI. He has been invited to SA for AU Conference in June to give a speech about the nature of Kenyan music.
VII. His son is currently 10 months old and living in the diaspora.
Check out what Nonini has been up to lately HERE.
I’m sure by now you guys have heard of House Of Lungula, have you not?
Well the trailer is out, call it a teaser if you will. The movie is the first sex-based comedy in Kenya. I have written about it before, check out the behind the scene photographs here. The film which is set to be released in July, is a light comment on the sexual lives of modern Kenyans, and it is based on many true stories. The cast contains names such as: Lizz Njagah, Ian Mbugua, Sarah Hassan, Gerald Langiri, Nice Githinji, Lenana Kariba, Sheila Kwamboka, Gitau Ngogoyo and Helena Waithera. This movie is by Historia films, which also brings you In The Forest. Other cast members are Diana Nekoye, Lydia Gitachu, Auma Njagah, Natassa Papadaki and guest appearances by Chura & Alex Konstantaras.
The song for the teaser is called “House of Lungula (Give it to me).” Fret not, it is only one of a couple of the main promotional songs cum movie’s soundtracks. It was penned and performed by “NI SISI” band, which consists of Tusker Project Fame’s Doreen, Juveh and Dan together with some young talented young Kenyans such as Chalo, Kim, Desmond, Mostin and Willy. The song shall be launched on Home Boyz Radio 103.7, on the show “Ignition” with Mike, Jeff and Sheila between 4pm-7pm. The video shall be released in May. Watch the teaser below.
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Once again it has been proven that Kenyan entertainers play a significant role to the masses as witnessed most recently. In a list of 100 individuals involving politicians, religious leaders, businessmen, educationists and law practitioners, entertainers managed a number of slots.
The likes of Churchill, Mohammed Ali (KTN), Maina Kageni among other players in the media industry made the cut. Below is the list as released by Truly Kenyan;
#1. Uhuru Kenyata – Politics
#2. William Ruto – Politics
#3. Raila Odinga – Politics
#4. James Mwangi – Business
#5. Prophet David Owuor – Religious Leader
#6. Dr. Willy Mutunga – Justice
#7. Maj. Gen. Michael Gichangi – Intelligence
#8. Dr. Manu Chandaria – Industrialist & Philanthropist
#9. Mutahi Ngunyi – Political Analyst
#10. Mike Sonko – Politics
#11. Mohammed Ali – Reporter
#12. Julie Gichuru – Media
#13. The most Rev. Eliud Wabukala – Religious Leader
#14. Gideon Ndambuki (Churchil) – Entertainer
#15. His Eminence Cardinal John Njue – Religious Leader
#16. Francis Atwoli – Trade Unionist
#17. Chris Kirubi – Business & Entertainer
#18. Rev. Cannon Peter Karanja – Religious Leader
#19. Emmanuel Dennis – Great Thinker
#20. Nixon Kiprotich Korir – Politics
#21. Sheikh Juma Ngao – Religious Leader
#22. Prof. Olive Mugenda – Educationalist
#23. Dennis Itumbi – Blogger
#24. Maina Kageni – Media
#25. Dennis Oliech – Sports
#26. Robert Alai – Blogger
#27. Issack Hassan – Governance
#28. Jeff Koinange – Media
#29. Charles Keter – Politics
#30. Caroline Mutoko – Media
#31. Charles Nyachae – Governance
#32. Dr. Evans Kidero – Politics
#33. Wilson Sossion – Educationalist
#34. Tabitha Karanja – Business
#35. Prof. Githu Muigai – Legal
#36. Ababu Namwamba – Politics
#37. Jomo Gecaga – Politics
#38. Mwalimu Mati – Governance
#39. David Rudisha – Sports
#40. Peter Kenneth – Politics and Business
#41. Aly-Khan Satchu – Business & Blogger
#42. Johnson Sakaja – Politics
#43. Vimal Shah – Business
#44. Mutula Kilonzo – Politics
#45. Mama Ngina Kenyatta – Politics
#46. Margaret Kenyatta – Politics
#47. Rachael Ruto – Politics
#48. Eric Omondi – Entertainer
#49. MacDonald Mariga – Sports
#50. Joe Muchiri – Blogger
#51. Aden Duale – Politics
#52. Njoki Ndungu – Justice
#53. Amina Mohammed – Diplomat
#54. June Arunga – Media
#55. Paul Tergat – Sports
#56. Martha Karua – Politics
#57. Juliani – Entertainer
#58. Ekwe Ethuro – Politics
#59. Justin Muturi – Politics
#60. Gladys Shollei – Justice
#61. Ory Okolloh – Blogger
#62. Esther Passaris – Business
#63. Camp Mulla – Entertainers
#64. Mbusi – Media
#65. Kipchumba Murkomen – Politics
#66. Isis Nyong’o – Media/IT
#67. Eric Mutua – Legal
#68. David Kimaiyo – Security
#69. Rev. Cornelius Korir – Religious Leader
#70. Stella Kilonzo – Business
#71. Charles Kanjama – Political Analyst
#72. Rachael Shebesh – Politics
#73. Brian Mbugua Higgins – Blogger
#74. Tegla Lorupe – Sports
#75. Sunny Bindra – Blogger
#76. William Kabogo – Politics
#77. Prezzo – Entertainer
#78. Makau Mutua – Politics/ Media
#79. Daddy Owen – Entertainer
#80. Kenneth Marende – Politics
#81. Moipei Sisters – Entertainer
#82. Davis Chirchir – Politics
#83. Dj. Joe Mfalme – Entertainer
#84. Abduba Diida – Politics
#85. Size 8 – Entertainer
#86. Omar Hassan – Politics
#87. Naisula Lesuuda – Politics
#88. Lucy Ndungu – Politics
#89. Keithi Kilonzo – Legal
#90. Jalang’o – Entertainer
#91. Catherine Ndereba – Sports
#92. Bonny Khalwale – Politics
#93. Betty Maina – Business
#94. Collins Injera – Sports
#95. Sheikh Dor – Religious Leader
#96. Isaac Ruto – Politics
#97. Machel Waikenda – Politics/Entertainer
#98. Bundotich Zedekaya (Buzeki) – Business
#99. Gichuru Chege – Legal
#100. Ian Tanui – Politics
According to the site, however, the list is biased based on futuristic, that is, young people with similar contribution as the older generation given priority.
I love to party and so does everyone around me. We love an excuse to party. And this is quite the excuse! You get to party with the beautiful MTV hostess and ladies, you’ll get to ogle and eye-rape Nick Mutuma.
The theme is simple. Follow the link to understand what the party is about. Simply put though, Nick Mutuma and Sarah Hassan are giving you an opportunity to: “PARTY BEASTS AND VIXENS TO BE UNDER ONE ROOF! FASHIONISTAS AND MODELS ALL UNDER ONE ROOF!” That means lads, if you’ve ever told yourself that all you need is a chance to get close to celebrity lasses and models for you to start dating them, now is your time to walk the walk.
Come out looking sharp and dapper and strut it out on the red carpet with the fine lasses!
After painting Meru and Kisumu red in the Pilsner League of Kings Pool Challenge after party, Abbas Kubaff and Wyre eye to conquer Nairobi and island city of Mombasa.
With the Pilsner League of Kings Pool Challenge at its exciting regional stages, pool enthusiasts will be treated to a double-header pool action-cum music extravaganza at the K1 and Yellow Ribbon in Nairobi and Mombasa on Saturday 27th, 2013.
Abbas, in Meru last week will be in Mombasa while Wyre will hope to replicate his Kisumu experience at Nairobi’s K1. They will be joined by celebrated hype-men DNG, Jalango and former DJ Mfalme winners DJ Ricky and Nelly.
In what the organisers are dubbing as the ‘two-in-one’ Pilsner experience, the both the regional pool games kick off at 5pm and will be joined by the DJ’s and hypemen in a three part showdown program from 8pm. The performances start at midnight followed by more music till morning.
While Pilsner’s last involvement with pool was a decade ago, the beer brand has connected with the young adults with their musical firsts including the DJ Pilsner Mfalme talent search and Pilsner King of Bold rebranding countrywide tour that involved heavyweights like CMB Prezzo, Bamboo, Abbas, Wyre, Juliani, Jua Kali, Mad Traxx and DJ Joe Mfalme.
After the regionals, focus will shift to the grand finale at K1 amid pomp and music pitting the best pool players in the country.
At least 3000 players had registered for the tournament in at least 86 venues. The tournament seeks a Kenyan representative to the World Eight ball Championship in UK starting June 23rd 2013.
Whenever artists and DJs are setting out on their career path, they are often faced with a dilemma; whether to use their government names or a pseudonym. Personally, I’d choose either DJ Itchy Scratchy or just stick to Uncle Chim Tuna Obiajulu. But the following celebrities all unanimously elected to use pseudonyms.
And we know the names on their i.d cards and I will share them with you. My source for the article by the way was one Philip Njihia. Thanks lad!
I just shared with you Patrick Sampao’s account of how the AGDA Nominations party went. I promised you pictures, here they are.
In attendance were Mbusii of Ghetto Radio, Yvonne Darcq, Bamboo and his sister Victoria Kimani, Dj Kumi, Donnacio, Joe Mfalme and Creme De la Creme. Other included Shappaman, k24’s Resian Lebai and Classic Fm’s Shiko Kaitanny. See them below.
Ladies and gentlemen, I love being the bearer of good news! And for Rabbit and his fans, I have it by the bucket load! Last year Rabbit released his debut album titled “Orutu ya Masudi” which you should get for yourself.
Last night while on Hits Not Homework, Rabbit also known as Kaka Sungura, let it slip that his track “Swahili Shakespeare” will be used as the sound track to a movie being shot in Hollywood. talk about going global! and what is it about Kenyan tracks that the folk down in Los Angeles like so much?
STL also had her song used in one of the “American Pie” franchise films. anyway, back to rabbit, the album I spoke off “Orutu ya Masudi” is a dedication to his grandfather Masudi who was prolific at playing the traditional Luo instrument known as “orutu”.
Read more rabbit news here (you will get to watch his latest track by clicking this link by the way)
The AGDA nominations party, was held this weekend at Ball Room at Prestige Ngong Road. Sadly I wasn’t able to attend, but Patrick Sampao of M-Tech was kind enough to send a detailed account of the night, so that is what i shall share with you. Pictures coming up in a bit.
The first ever Africa Global Deejays Nominees party took place last weekend at the Prestige Plaza Ballroom. The event kicked off by giving the nominated deejays from Kenya Dj Joe Mfalme, Dj Crème De la Crème, DJ Donnacia and DJ Kumi an opportunity to showcase.
Female actress turned deejay Pierra Mackena opened the night for the main deejays, and she gave a good account of herself working the crowd during her set. Her skills on the decks as one of Kenya’s female deejays gave a hint that she may be on the nomination list when the AGDA return in 2014. If you hadn’t read about the party, do so here.
Sakata Season Three winners Black Blingers, were also on hand to showcase at the event. The dance crew did a five minute dance routine and as expected, they proved why they are the reigning Sakata champions.
At around midnight, house and trance deejays Donnacia and Kumi, got the crowd ready for the big shots deejay Mfalme and Crème. Mfalme had just rocked the Mingle crowd barely an hour before he took the Prestige Ballroom stage. Speaking to the press on his arrival at the Nominees party Mfamle said, he was glad that the efforts of deejays were finally getting acknowledged across the continent.
Mfalme and Crème went on to keep the crowd on their feet, till the wee hours of the morning when the curtains to a great night finally came down.
Celebrities who attended the nominee party include, Kiss Fm’s Shaffie Weru and Kalekye Mumo, Teen Republic’s Anita Nderu, Octoppizzo, Rabbit, Bamboo, Sugar, Dj Wesley, Victoria Kimani, Vera Sidika, Ghetto radio presenter Mbusi and Camp Mulla. Dj Wesley is on his way to dubai, read about that here.
The AGDA Awards nominees parties were also held in other countries across the continent including Ghana, South Africa and Nigeria. The event was organized by Mtech Kenya, Stronghold Entertainment and Homeboyz.
After giving you the real names of your best musicians, am back with the list of the real names of your favourite deejay. Ever wonder what DJ Mo’s real name is? Or how about DJ Joe Mfalme? You all love what they do on the wheels of steel but do you really know their real names (how they Government knows them as).
This is what their mommas named them :
i. DJ Mo – Sammy Muraya
ii. DJ Joe Mfalme – Joseph Mwenda Munoru
iii. DVJ Mobi – Brian Mondoh
iv. DJ Nruff – Rodney Afande
v. DJ Krowbar – Fredrick Karumba
vi. DJ Protégé – Yoram Mwangi
vii. DJ Soxxy – Jackson Kamau
viii. DJ Kaytrixx – Kabochi Gakau
ix. DJ Moz – Moses Mathenge
x. DJ Mr.T – George Mutuiri
xi. DJ Hypnotiq – Eric Mwendwa
xii. DJ Kalonje – George Waweru
xiii. DJ Wesley – Wesley Yegon
xiv. DJ Adrian – Adrian Washika
xv. DJ Burn – Edgar
xvi. DJ Namosky – Richard Amolo
xvii. DJ Hassan – Hassan Ali
xviii. DJ Mista Dru – Andrew Siro
xix. Mista Prime – Steve Kintu
xx. Kris Darling – Chris Odhiambo
xxi. DJ Creme – George Njuguna
With that, check out who are among these are the finest in the game HERE.
I have to say, I love this track! It’s too much fire! If it were food, it would be sizzling bacon with scrambled eggs! It’s a delectable composition from the lyrics to the instrumentals to the mixing. I am now done vomiting rainbows about this song.
I lie! Octopizzo’s new track “Stay So Fly” is officially my new anthem! I especially love the line that he raps that says, “Ku-afford swag ka hii, labda mortgage!” Kaboom!
The track is based on his journey from the ghettos of Kibera, the slumway allies to riding in planes! From seeing planes overhead to being in the belly of one. The track is just too many levels of lyrical prowess and in the midst of all this, there’s a cameo of his daughter dancing around him… What is it about thugs and their daughters? It’s actually cute.
Let this article be a synopsis. you form your own opinion of this track. Listen to the jam for yourself and let me know what you think about the song.
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Yesterday I wrote about Mumala, even told you that she would be on air at One Fm, did you catch her?
She did reveal a few things about her, like the fact that she’s going to study law in university. Asked if that would affect her music, she cited her mentor June Gachui who is not only a lawyer but a vocalist of astounding skill. Another thing I did not know. is that she has shared the stage with Joe Thomas, what a feat for such a young lady who I believe is barely twenty! She was on air this morning at Capital Fm, I bet that she shall be doing mor einterviews in the coming days.
Well read about that previous article here. The track below is produced by Blackman, he of the Nairobi Sessions fame. I must say the track showcases Mumala’s vocals which is every important for a debut song. Mark my words though, you ain’t heard nothing yet, her vocal range is amazing. Very. Listen. By the way, to listen to another awesome vocalist who has worked with Blackman, click here.
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Just last year, towards the end and early this year, gospel as an industry and indeed as a ministry was rocked to the core with one scandal after another culminating in a diss track from secular underground artist Cabu Gah which you can listen to here.
The track titled “Praise The Vod” was a scathing indictment of Kenya’s top gospel artists and it divided even the gospel industry with some agreeing with the core message and other not.
But Gospel seems to be on it’s feet again attracting Size 8 and now Kizo B. for those of you whop have already forgotten the lad, he is the lad behind this track
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Well, the lad has now allegedly found his maker and he’s now switched to singing gospel. The lad who at some point in the recent past was signed top Pili Pili’s record label Chilli Inc. is now working on a collabo with Daddy Owen set to be released soon.
He took to facebook to post the following statements:
Ever wondered what a live African-melodies-playing band, would sound like when infused with music from a live deejaying unit?
Now add to that melange Fena and Taio Trippa of Camp Mulla, and you have yourself an event you cannot, I reiterate cannot afford to miss! This is the line up; Electrique Djs, Dj Cortega, Dj Cheek-O-Dread The Beat Parade Band, Fena Gitu and Taio Trippa.
Venue: Tree House, Museum Hill, Westlands
Date: Friday, 26th April 2013
From: 9pm – 5am
Entry: Ksh 500
Age: Strictly +21
The event bio delectably reads, “Join the movement and witness the marriage, between Native and Contemporary Instruments. The Beat Parade Band will inject the African rhythm to the best of deep, soulful, disco and tribal house tunes courtesy of The Electrique Djs, cheek-o-dread. Guest live performance by Fena and Taio Trippa (Camp Mulla), the word performance in its singular form insinuates a marriage of sorts on stage but for now I can’t say that with finality.
The host shall be COCO RASTA NGORI(HOT 96), and y’all are promised a night of non-stop dancing to thumping beats, rhythmic drums and the melodious Sax. The ELECTRAFRIQUE family, is a worldwide network of Artistes & Deejays fusing African and Electronic sounds. There you have it, what better way to spend your 500 bob on a friday evening?
It will be a night of non-stop dancing to thumping beats, rhythmic drums and the melodious Sax.
Ladies and gentlemen, by now the shock of Camp Mulla’s impending break up has sunk in and we have all had time to absorb and internalize the news aye? If you don’t know what I’m going on about, find out by reading this article.
With that said and done, at the office we were trying to speculate about which Camp Mulla member has what it takes, the hunger, drive and motivation to excel as a solo artist. My money is split between K’Cous and Shappaman. that being said, you can let your voice be heard by voting in our poll.
And the question of the day is; who between the 4 musical members of Camp Mulla will excel as a solo artist is it:
a) K’Cous (Kus Ma)
b) Miss Karun
c) Shapaman
d) Taio Tripper
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Ladies and gents if you are a true fan of reggae, Kriss Darlin’, DJ Tsunami in conjunction with the management of Sarakasi Dome have your medicine.
This Friday at the Sarakasi Dome come experience the best of dancehall and reggae as we say good bye to April in style with Kriss Darlin’ and Dj Tsunami both of Dohty Family. Special performances by Sarakasi Acrobats.
TheFoyer bar opens at 7pm all beers at 140 and tots @ 100/= so be sure to come early to this unforgettable night of niceness ,all are welcome. Doors open from 7pm-till late.
And it would seem Sarakasi Dome hosts some of the hottest events and concerts. Read about Kidum’s here.
Today is Thursday. what is my plan for the evening? Bed! I have a huge sleep debt that has to be paid up in full in preparation for Friday. Why? Well you’ll soon find out! But before we head there, read the top ten hottest stories in Kenya’s entertainment industry.
#1. I’m surprised at just how many people do not understand what the term “trolled” means! Look it up! Then check out the visual definition of it in this article: Photo Of The Day: Adelle Onyango And Brenda Wairimu Fight!
#3. Hot Photo Of Brenda Wairimu In Tight Leather
#4. Photo Of Camp Mulla’s K’cous And Girlfriend Kissing!
#5. Size 8 Talks About Sex And Losing Her Virginity!
#6. After Some Gay Men Approached Him, Colonel Mustafa Decides To Change
#7.Kalekye Mumo’s Song Finally Out! Listen To It Here!
#8. Check Out Prezzo’s New Chrysler!
#9. Complete List Of Photographers, Deejays And Celebs At Nick Mutuma & Sarah Hassan’s Art Of Luxury
#10. Uncle Chim Tuna Presents Club Etiquette: Rules On Clubbing!
Two of Kenya’s biggest bands will share the stage with music stars from Europe in a night of music fusion and exploration of the urban club culture.
The Goethe-Institut brings you the TEN CITIES Concert & Warehouse Party, which is set to be one of the year’s biggest shows as they transform Marshalls Service Workshop into a concert and party location for one night, April 27th, 2013.
On stage will be experimental music group, Just A Band and urban hip hop stars, Camp Mulla from Nairobi. They will be joined by Portugal’s Batida & Octa Push, Germany’s Oren Gerlitz with more acts to follow.
The Nairobi show follows and precedes warm-up and aftershow in Johannesburg and Naples. Entrance to this weekend’s show is only Kshs. 300.
More info about the project:
“TEN CITIES teams up about 50 DJs, producers and musicians from Berlin, Bristol, Johannesburg, Cairo, Kiev, Lagos, Lisbon, Luanda, Nairobi and Naples, enabling them to produce music together and exchange their knowledge about the club scenes in their home countries.
The project started off in Luanda in November 2012. After production phases in Lagos and Johannesburg in 2013, Nairobi is the fourth stage. Renowned electronic music producers Octa Push and Batida, both from Lisbon/Portugal, as well as Berlin based musician, producer and Jahcoozi member Oren Gerlitz are coming to Nairobi. They will record new tracks with Just A Band, Camp Mulla and many more.
The highlight of the project phase in Nairobi is a grand show with all participating artists. In matters of the venue we’ve got inspired by a common practice of early underground electronic music scenes which set up parties in abandoned warehouses. Based on that we will transform a garage into a concert venue, adding this exceptional warehouse character. This is going to be an extraordinary experience so make sure you do not miss it!“
Ever wondered what a song by a Ugandan, Nigerian and a Kenyan would sound like?
Well Jackie, Isis and Waje have teamed up to you bring Take me higher! This song slated to be the next club anthem, was produced by Silvastone with it’s video directed by Clarence Peters.
‘Take me higher’ is described as the ultimate African girl power anthem.
ISIS is the freshest face of the African music scene boasting extreme versatility with a wide vocal range. Signed to Taurus Musik, she is a multi-talented artiste, a musician and model. Her sultry vocals deliver Afro fusion of jazz and R&B as experienced in her past hits “Give me Love” “Bilo” and “Mama Africa”. Her new single, in which she has collaborated with Bamboo Tribal Dance, is a killer, upbeat dance track. Read more about Isis here.
JAKIE CHANDIRU is an edgy African Diva Known for her hit “Gold Digger” which is an upbeat track and a daring yet tasteful expression of her mind and very catchy. She is a former member of Blu3 which was one of the leading girl bands in Uganda; she has since 2010 led a very successful solo career.
WAJE is one of Nigeria’s leading female musicians popularly called the ‘Queen of Nigerian pop-soul’ and the ‘love diva’, MSN.Com listed this powerhouse singer as one of Nigeria’s top 10 musicians in 2012. She has had award winning collaborations with some of Africa’s biggest acts. They include M.I, Psquare and Sarkodie amongst others. Waje has evolved into a leading light in Nigerian music churning out hits like ‘so Inspired’, ‘I wish’ and ‘OkoMi’. She has shared the stage with international acts including Wyclef Jean, Keri Hilson and others. She is currently at work on her debut album which drops in the first quarter of 2013. Listen to the song below.
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Dj Wesley like the headline says is off to Dubai for a concert. I have share dthe rpess reelase below.
For the first time ever. W.A.Z.I.R.I. Entertainment brings you a New Jack Swing – Soul Nite themed party in Dubai. It features Africa’s most sought after DJ in this genre of music, DJ Wesley from Nairobi, Kenya. Come and experience a whole night of stepping to the Soul Music tunes that made our hearts melt with love and romance.
New Jack Swing or Swingbeat, is a fusion genre spearheaded by Teddy Riley and Bernard Belle that became extremely popular from the late-1980s into the early 1990s. Its influence, along with hip-hop, seeped into pop culture and was the definitive sound of the inventive Black New York club scene. It fuses the rhythms, samples, and production techniques of hip-hop and dance-pop with the urban contemporary sound of R&B.
DJ Wesley is going to be performing live at XS Club | Lounge – Chelsea Plaza Hotel – Satwa Roundabout. (Former Rydges Plaza Hotel) on Thursday 2nd May, 2013 in our first ever New Jack Swing themed party. The music on this auspicious night will feature hit classics from artists like New Kids on the Block, Kid n Play, Heavy D & The Boyz, Salt ‘N’ Pepa, MC Hammer, Babyface, Tony! Toni! Toné!, Bobby Brown, Vanessa Williams, New Edition, Paula Abdul, Keith Sweat,Soul II Soul, General Kane, Earth, Wind & Fire, Another Bad Creation,Tevin Campbell, Jodeci, Color Me Badd, LL Cool J, En Vogue, Luther Vandross, Michael Jackson, Shai, Soul for Real among others.
Coming into showbiz, Wesley has established himself as the best club Deejay with the swagger to face the fierce competition. He’s multi-talented and has a massive worldwide following.He has started his very own DJ Academy called: Spins Trade Academy
DJ Wesley is a DJ, producer/ radio & TV programs and currently the head of Music in 97.1 One fm based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Entry Charge is AED 75 and the Doors Open at 8PM
DRESS CODE : DRESS TO IMPRESS
I am not a car person, but I know a sleek ride when I see one and this, this is a sleek ride!
Yesterday, we shared with you the new song by Prezzo. Well today we share with you his new car, courtesy of a tweet by him. Check it out below, this is what el presidente now cruises in. Is that a chrysler crossfire? Esh. Read about his raunchy new song here.
I have heard so much about this play, that I’m stoked that it gets to show again at Phoenix theatres. It went all the way to London if I’m not wrong.
Last week I went to watch Love by Shakespeare, and my what a play that was! It was laden with tear inducing laughter, it had me in stitches for most of the evening. So when I heard that this other play was about to be showcased there, I knew I had to write about it! Love by Shakespeare starred Charles Ouda, Samson Psenjen, Jack Gitonga and Mkamzee Mwatela!
This is the synposis for Wanawake Wa Heri Wa Winsa. “The play is set in Kiambu County in the plush environs of Windsor, Falstaff makes his love and desires know not to one but two married women in identical letters. Upon comparison Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Page plot their revenge on Falstaff for being so bold and assuming. The revenge plan unveils itself with almost catastrophic but hilarious consequences. There is strength of some relationships with doubts creeping and some grow ever so stronger as the inhabitants of this small town watch and are a part of the unfolding comical events that surround Falstaff amorous adventures.”
The plays cast reads like the who’s who of the theater world. From Tanzania, Mrisho Mpoto as Falstaff as well as Ogutu Muraya, Neville Misati, Mourad Sadat, Eric Wanyama, Veronica Waceke, Sylvia Namussassi and Kitt Nyang’aya Kiarie. Veronica Waceke happens to star in the new series I just wrote about shot entirely using a mobile phone. Neville Misati if you remember starred as Dela’s love interest in Weche tek. Go watch this play, you will not regret it.
I told you before that the trend for shooting videos through mobile phones is catching up!
Enter phoney, a new series about to hit the streets! According to the trailer, it’s a concotion of love, lust, deceit, betrayal, back stabbing and all those yummy words that get you hooked! Now the thing about this series is, it was shot using a phone. Yes people, a phone! Nokia N8. Nobody likes an 808 pureview? Sigh, someone get me that! To read about other awesome projects shot using a phone, read here.
This is what I gleaned from the youtube trailer: ‘Kenya’s First Mobile TV Drama Series starring Veronica Waceke, Wanjiku Mburu, Martin Githinji, Victoria Gichora. Camera/phone work by Gambino, director: Nice Githinji, Producer: Nice Githinji/ Malcolm Ouma. Shot in entirety using a Nokia N8 Phone.’
According to Actors.co.ke, how it will work is, a link will be uploaded online (small enough a size for mobile phones) for people to download and watch. Keep your eyes peeled for this, it is scandal administered in addictive doses. Now Nice Githinji was recently asked about kissing girls, did you see that? Here.
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I have to hand it to Pulse Magazine! their photographer is stellar! He is just too top notch! Vincent Omondi (ghafla’s own papparazzi) take notes! Check out this photo he managed to snap of K’Cous kissing his girlfriend here:
That man is a genius behind the lens!
Just yesterday I notified you about the impending release of Kalekye Mumo’s song. Read about that here.
And interestingly enough, Kalekye Mumo and Shaffie Weru have a segment on their show where they ask listeners to belt out tunes for their few moments of fame. Looks like the roles have turned and now you get to let her know. For the record though, my mind has been blown away! I cannot believe how well she has sung and how awesome the level of production is!
Let us know what you think in the comment section. The song is embed below.
Recently, Colonel Mustafa was recently hit on by some homosexual men at iyClub.
That’s ironic, because iyClub management have come out with strong-worded messages against gays, yet the place is known for being a place where gay people and prostitutes hang out.
So initially, Mustafa said that the incident was, “the most shocking thing ever in my life.” His girlfriend even weighed in on the matter.
But now Colonel has changed tact. In a statement, he announced that he has developed a new alter ego, Mudashiro(pictured) in response to gay advances:
“They thought I was gay, Mudashiru came in response. Mudashiru is my alter ego that lives in me and upon being hit on, he appears. LENGA STRESS.”
I know there are two sides to the gay debate. The more liberal among us believe that gay people should live and let live, while the more conservative amongst us believe that gays should be condemed. What do you guys think of Colonel Mustafa’s move to defend himself against gays?
People who think they can sing are a dime a dozen.
However, there are those that the verb sing is an understatement. The word applicable is sang. One of those people who can really sang happens to be Mumala. I wrote about her here, so you have to read that! She shut it down, when she did an absolutely other worldy rendition of Prince’s how come you don’t call me. I still get butterflies when I remember that performance. You probably know the Alicia Keys rendition. Mumala’s voice has been described as the perfect marriage between Asa, India Arie and Jill Scott. I concur.
well She releases her debut song tomorrow, but rumour has it that she shall be on Tina Kaggia’s show in the afternoon just to create a major buzz. This girl kills it on stage, and it’s hard to reconcile the high-note hitting diva, and the self deprecationg young lady off stage! She recently performed at Blankets backed by Wangui Githu, Prisca Ojwang and Trina Mungai which is a testament of things to come. To read about an upcoming event by Prisca and Trina next weekend, click here.
Her debut single is titled where did the love go, which she has performed in Nairobi sessions. Listen to it below in anticipation of what will be! The cover picture which also happens to be my profile picture on Facebook, was done by famed photographer Mutua Matheka. That explains the awesomeness with which it is endowed. And yes, I know people! She has been writing music since age twelve I believe, so her songwriting prowess has been tried, tested and refined by fire. And no it’s not a joke that she can hold a candle to the very best in Africa, her voice range and tone aare amazing!
Here’s that video.
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I honestly do not know what to make of this. Someone alerted me to the existence of a website called topjoints.com that was alleging that a Kenyan artist had allowed her fans to fondle her uhm… What was that word I used in the morning? Guava? Yes!
That a top Kenyan artist had allowed fans to fondle her guava while she was on stage performing.
This is utter rubbish! I have the pictures and I have gone over them with my keen eyes and trust me when I say that there is no Kenyan artist who even roughly resembles the alleged artist.
Abi, no be so! Na yam! This is utter trash! But I shan’t be the sole judge of that. Have a look at the pictures and you decide if indeed the pictures look like anyone!
