Month: August 2014

They say love is blind and that you do not chose who you fall in love with. It may or may not be true but singer Ala C has a new love.

Singer Ala C is so proud to praise his new girlfriend, she might be a maid but he sure loves her so much to feature her in a video. Alas! It is only a cast of a new music video, I thought he seriously had a thing for the house help. Anyway this how it is; Ala C has dropped another charming song dubbed Kama Wimbo.

It is a love song depicting a hustling Ala C falling for a house help and eventually making her quit her work and together they take a cart ride to sunset. Ala C is a darling of the ladies I am sure this new song will make them love him even more. Check out the video here:

 

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Yet another road carnage is wreaking havoc to a family of a bishop and gospel singer in the country, a very sad news indeed.

Information just reaching Ghafla a few moment ago; Ben Bahati a bishop and singer has been involve in a terrible road accident. According to close contact, the singer has been rushed to the hospital where is receiving medical attention.

Ben Bahati is best known for his song Atakukumbuka and he is also widely recognized for his evangelical duties he has been doing across the globe. Friends and family are sending in their prayers and consolation in his official Facebook account. The entire Ghafla team too wishes him a quick recovery.

 

 

The Multi award Winner (One Gospel Awards, South Africa & Groove Awards, Kenya), Daniel Ng’ang’a Heho aka Hey-z da Brand just released a new song that has been doing really great and in almost all Nairobi- based stations, the ‘Kisogo’ jam has been played over and over again.

This Kenya’s top Gospel artist is re-branding himself and at such, he no longer raps but sings! That’s a T-pain move right there.  Just this week, the song has been on Ghetto Radio and 1fm top 6@6 a couple of times.

If you’ve not heard it yet, here’s your chance. Don’t forget to vote it on #Ghetto Radio Countdown & One Fms #top6@6

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MCSK, KAMP, PRISK have partnered to develop a music licensing platform that will enable artists and other music industry players to monitor the sales and broadcasting revenue earned through different companies selling music. The platform named NgomaLicense has been in development over the last several months following an agreement signed by the three collecting organizations. This is truly great news because it means finally the music industry has created the much needed transparency where every artists can see what each PRS/Content provider is selling in realtime. At the same time, artists can view the money they are earning from radio and tv play of their music. The platform does not leave internet downloads and streaming out either. The new joint initiative by the three bodies has been named Digital Rights Management.

The platform is already accessible online at www.ngomalicense.com and artists, producers can register. The official start off will be September 1^st 2014. The platform will be free for all artists who are members of the 3 CMOs.

Some key pointers.

NgomaLicense is a platform that enables the sale and distribution of music across different mobile networks worldwide while the owner of the music is able to view real-time sales statistics from their computer. The platform creates a transparency by making it possible for Artist, Producer, Record Label, CMO and the PRS to view their individual sales and revenue percentages so that everyone has a report.

 

For ARTISTS – No more guess work or worries about what song is selling where. From a central point, you can view your sales by ANY PRS that is selling your music. You are able to see how much the song was sold for and what percentages are taken by who.

For a PRS (Licensees) – The NgomaLicense platform comes with songs already loaded and ready for sale so the PRS does not need to worry about content negotiation, licensing etc. Even upload of content is not a headache for the PRS. Just get a shortcode and start selling. We are working with any PRS or VAS locally and internationally.

For RECORD LABELS – use this platform to reach newer markets for distributing your content as you view sales for all your artists from a central system.

For CMOs – The NgomaLicense platform is integrated to work with KAMP,PRISK and MCSK for the purpose of reporting royalty revenues for all rights holders in a song.The CMOs are able to get reports from the system.

For TELCOS (mobile operators) – Licensing, reporting and billing for content easily handled! The NgomaLicense platform is integrated with shortcode and mobile money billing. The platform also enables any PRS to access all the content hence faster go to market – therefore more revenue for operators as well.

She is beautiful, and for that reason she won the hearts of many and was crowned Miss World Kenya in 2004 as well as the sexiest woman in Africa, this is huge, if you ask me. Well, long story.- apart from looking salacious, Juliet sings better than a nightingale,her prowess as a songstress has seen her release several songs

1.Ja Hera Na(my love)

2. The Way You love me ft Collo

Well, She has a new single, on interview with Ghafla, she disclosed that her new single is dedicated to her husband who has been a pillar of comfort to her.

Here is her Newest dose of Afro Fusion-

 https://soundcloud.com/ghafla-kenya/juliet-ochiengs-new-single-itingowa

 

 

 

 

Janet Mbugua and Shix Kapyenga looked nothing short of adorable as they posed for a photo after Shix popped into the Citizen TV’s studio.

Janet is familiar to many as the ‘Monday Special host’ and Shix is known for her sterling portrayal of ghetto-fabulous Tasha on NTV’s Beba Beba. You may have also heard her on Hot 96 or watched her convincing portrayal of an innocent girl on the second season of Shuga before she swapped the innocent role for a prostitute role in ‘Nairobi Half life’. As you can tell, Shix is a very versatile actress as she has played a wide range of roles flawlessly.

Enough of the banter, here is Janet and Shix. Janet looks like that caring big sister in this photo, how cute are the two?

 

Forget the pocket change that socialites flaunt on Instagram, there are people who actually flaunt some insane amount of money that has got my Kikuyu senses tingling. You know we love the money!

Alex Mwakideu, our very own Floyd Mayweather shared a photo of the crazy amount of cash that he rolls with in his car. He works hard for his money so i think he is allowed to proudly flaunt it.

Alex hosts one of the most popular morning radio shows in Kenya,the Maisha Asubuhi alongside Jalang’o on 102.7 FM.

 

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Coke Studio Africa usually gives artistes a platform to expand their music reach to the larger African continent and Rapper Rabbit want to utilize that opportunity to expand his music market.

During his visit to Coke Studio, Rabbit disclosed his ambition to utilize the golden opportunity to further his music career. He hailed the conglomeration of artistes from across the continent as a big boost for the music industry as it gives musicians the chance of working out something together. Coke Studio breaks the language barrier posed by the different lingos spoken in different countries.

Interviewed together with Owuor Arunga and Marllen of Mozambique, Rabbit revealed that he was happy to be with artistes from all over the continent and was also pleased to know his image is also being marketed in bill boards in different countries; a fact that propel his music too to bigger markets.

 

 

The truth shall set you free, heeding to this phrase; GRAND PA’s hottest export Kenrazy has decided to open up about himself in an exclusive video he has dropped.

I was also surprised too by Kenrazy’s confession but no doubt I love it anyway. After dropping the much famed Hivo Ndio Kunaendanga, rapper Kenrazy has released yet another hit dubbed Mbilikimo Mkora which in my simple English literally means a rogue midget. Kenrazy admits he is ‘mbilikimo mkora’ and makes his confession into great musical beat that you will surely need to hear.

He has always been a great lyricist and his understanding of those rhyming word make his new song such a club hit. GRAND PA is known for their quality work and Kenrazy’s new video is by all means a remarkable production. If you sure love their work; you have got a thousand reasons to watch Kenrazy’s new video. Check it out here:

 

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Taking the opportunity to pay tribute to the woman who has been instrumental to their success; Sauti Sol’s Delvin Mudigi is full of praise for the group’s publicist.

Anyiko Owoko has surely done a good job with Kenya’s hottest music group; she is the woman you may or may not know but she has played a big role in the success of Sauti Sol. The music band is now a global entity all thanks to their inventive Lipala dance. Anyiko has been advertising the good image of the music band a move that has saw the group woo corporate sponsorship.

Sauti Sol did not only recognize Anyiko’s greatness but also the entire role African women were playing in their various undertakings. Thumps up Sauti Sol.

 

 

 

 

The video Money Maker raised lot outbursts concerning the content while other took on to that opportunity dis Risper about alleged cellulite spotted on her thighs.

Just to give you brief sneak peak; cellulite is a persistent subcutaneous fat causing dimpling of the skin, especially on women’s hips and thighs. So to all the critics who were blasting Risper about her alleged cellulite; blaqy has an explanation as to why what you thought you saw was a rather something else not exactly what you thought you had seen. Confused! Do not worry by the time I am done explaining you will be well enlightened.

To all of you like me who have not yet been privileged to feature in any music video before; Blaqy explained that what was alleged to be cellulite was only as a result of make-up and that the socialite is so ‘fine’ since he has known her for long and also got the opportunity to view her body quite ‘well’. Anyway check out Blaqy’s response here:

 

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They are known for their energetic rhythm-which is a combination of resonant pop and traditional Kenyan influences .

These attributes coupled with their ability to take risks especially when it comes to video concepts  has promoted the group to become one of East Africa’s  most celebrated artistes.

After the release of ‘Nishike’ the band has enjoyed a meteoric rise in Africa and that is why a large number of African artistes want to make music with them among them, Chidinma.

Speaking to Capital F.M, the petite Nigerian star admitted that she is a fan of the group but her favorite band-member was the chilled out Polycarp.

 

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We were first introduced to Stitch when he played Bab Gee in Citizen TV hit show ‘Machachari’.He has however not restricted himself to acting alone and has ventured into music . 

 Stitch just released the title track video to his mixtape ‘Keep Moving. The video highlights the need for persistence in what one does in order to achieve the best in life. He features Jublak whom he has worked with on a mixtape that is currently out and is getting favorable reviews online.

The mixtape was created by Soundtrick the producer in conjunction with Grancjiez (Music King), a young upcoming producer.

Stitch says he is coming up with a great blend of hip hop joints fused with other genres to create a music you can dance to and have as your favorite ringtone.
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‘Crossing the border’ is a musical term that is used to refer to a music that has a wider reach beyond the country of origin to which the musician who sang the song resides. It is usually a big hustle for Kenyan musician to cross the border with their music given the fact that South African and Nigerian music have long dominated the continental music arena.

Kenyan artistes are actually playing the second fiddle to South African and Nigerian musician even in their own back yard. Artistes like Davido,Mafikizolo, Ice Prince among others have such a big following in the country than some of the Kenyan musicians themselves. The question many ask is “Where or when did the rain start beating us?” Ten years ago we never heard of Nigerian music having such a big impact in Kenya; why could the renaissance that happened in Nigeria also happen in Kenya?

Kenyan music I would say tends to lack originality; sometimes artistes sing with Nigerian pidgin, others with Jamaican ascent while other purely tends to lean on the American style of music. The country’s music has no identity; it is hard to hear a Kenyan musician sing at an international stage then quickly identify him/her as is a Kenyan. This is so contrary of Nigerian and South Africans. Is the idea of trying to emulate other countrys’ style of music the root cause of Kenyan music not dominating the international airwaves?

Even so, a few Kenyan artistes can still give the continental power houses a run for their money; their music is not only appealing to the diverse African market but also penetrating the world as well. During his visit to Coke Studio Kenya, Nigerian artiste flavour revealed that he would love to do collaboration with singer Nameless, Wyre and of cause the song bird Victoria Kimani. Flavour disclosed his love for Nameless’ music and further admitted that at some point he thought Nameless was a Jamaican artiste. This is a good indication for the good job that some of the Kenyans are actually doing and also establishing the country’s name on the international stage.

The above article is purely my opinion; i am constitutionally entitled to one so no hard feelings.

 

Ratchet videos and thousands of Youtube views. Is the Justin Bieber effect possible in Kenya???

Lately,Kenyan artists, led by some of the best in the game, Sauti Sol, have been churning out some of the seediest, shadiest and even shoddiest music videos ever to assault our eyes.

And while the likes of Sauti Sol do actually have some truly hypnotic vocals and genuinely amazing music, others songs have been downright revolting. And painful to the ear.

Well, that aside. Its about the videos here.

In what seems like a fad, there is a general consensus that the raunchier the video, the quicker the fame and the higher the number of Youtube views. Well, its true. But then again,what next??

Currently,One of the most watched Youtube music video from Kenya-POMBE BHANGI-is that of a Kenyan rapper with not much of a rapping skill in the first place, anyway. His name is,Rajayjay. And, Yes,You read that right. I guess if You have the confidence to baptize Yourself Rajayjay,then there very little You aren’t ready to do. Or overdo.

 

 

As we speak, that video currently stands at 110,000 views after a measly 7 days. Ok, let’s take a breather. And repeat that again, 110,000 views. Ok, Good.

And that other one, the one involving some of the most crass display of ass and buttcracks and unpalatable skin and fat. Blaqy’s Money Maker. If you haven’t watched it, Good. Don’t watch. No need to complicate your life.

Blaqy’s clip is currently standing at 73,000 views. After less than a month. Still a whooping number,going by Kenya’s status.

 

And then the Sauti Sol number, NISHIKE. Not crappy. Or trashy. But still steamy. And seriously raunchy. You can clearly see the “Boys” walking around bare-chested,belting out their legendary tunes and cradling a bevy of skimpily-clad video vixens. And You can also see ass. And abs. And a steamy bedroom setting. And that video?? Well,it lapped up close to 500,000 views within a freaking month. Big deal.

And we can close up with the Sanaipei Tande clip for her absolutely seductive jam,MFALME WA MAPENZI. It stands at 390,000 views as we speak. Whoa. And that’s from a girl who had stopped being relevant 66 Years ago. Good for her.

 

Well,after all those views, then what?? Where does Blaqy go from here??? Where does Rajayjay go?? What does he do next??? How does he push forward his brand??? And actually become a big shot??

Unfortunately,in this country,GOING VIRAL MEANS NOTHING. Absolutely NOTHING.

Not unless this is U.S.A, and You are Justin Bieber. Or Michelle Phan. Or Iggy Azaleia. Or Austin Mahone. All of whom BLEW UP after going viral on Youtube.

In Kenya going viral is as good as taking a poop outside Harambee House. You will cause a scene, alright. And attract viewers, true. But that’s that. Nothing more. Nothing less.

Going viral in Kenya DOES NOT NECESSARILY TRANSLATE to OFFICIAL fame and power and fortunes.

No big label will come knocking on Your doors ready to sign You. No music scout will swoosh down at your door ready to transform your life. No one will give you any damn recording deal. No promoter will stumble over themselves rushing to book you. Or manager scrambling to represent You. NO. FORGET IT.

GO VIRAL. THEN GO HOME.

Not unless You are an already established brand like Sauti Sol,then,well,churning out super-raunchy videos may seem like the way to go. But the question will always remain: GO WHERE???

After the videos rack up all those hundreds of thousands of views, simply because they shocked us or surprised us or simply outraged us, DOES THAT translate to money in the bank?? Or the beginning of a long-term music career?? Hardly.

But if Kenya were like any other developed country,the likes of Rajayjay and Blaqy and any other ‘shock-jock’ performer would be touring the country like right now.

Playing sold out shows and getting endorsements and getting signed to labels and making big bucks and being added to the Safaricom Live tour repertoires. But that is NEVER happening. Not today. Or tomorrow.

But the minute Justin Bieber went viral on Youtube,His life changed the following day. Same case to Korean sensation Psy. Same case to Lana Del Rey,Macklemore,Greyson Chance,Gotye or Katy Perry.

The minute they went viral,THE WORLD OF MUSIC STOPPED AT THEIR DOORSTEPS. They were bombarded with crazy offers and deals and invitations and suggestions from tens of Music Industry honchos. All because of going viral on Youtube. And racking up thousands, nay, millions of views for their underground music.

But even with a million Youtube views for Blaqy, for instance, chances are that he may still remain underground for a beautiful, long time to come.

Take it or leave  it.

Around here,the GAME IS DIFFERENT.

You can shock audiences with the most outrageous,lascivious,erotic,slutty or ratchet music video. But after the hundreds of thousands of views, nothing will change. NOTHING.

You will still wake up and struggle hard like you used to do a month earlier. Because, THIS IS KENYA.

And after we are shocked by you, WE DO NOTHING ABOUT IT.

Maybe unknown artists need a different strategy. Or Kenya’s Music gurus should start paying serious attention to these artists with hundreds of thousands of Youtube subscribers. And views.

In the meantime,Keep them ratchet videos coming. Lets see how that works out for You.

 

 

 

KTN Tendereza mix whiz Dj Sadic has confirmed he has landed on to another prestigious job at a new media house that was recently launched in the country.

DJ Sadic has landed on his second hustle at Nyce FM radio; the station is an online based radio station and it is widely expected to be the heartbeat of African entertainment. If you sure love Sadic at Tendereza you sure are going to love him even more as the DJ has disclosed that he will be on the airwave for a longer time than on the Tendereza show where he only features on a weekly basis.

Sadic’s show will air on a daily basis from 10 AM in the morning to 1 PM at noon; all fans who would wish to keep up Sadic can find him on nycefm.com. We sure wish him success and hope he still rock the airwaves as always