King Kaka makes creative return with launch of new album ‘Year of the Pen’
King Kaka has officially released his highly anticipated album, Year of the Pen. The new 13 track album...
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Ish Kevin drops music video for new jam “Question” featuring Kenny Sol
Rwandan rap star Ish Kevin has officially released the highly anticipated music video for his new jam Question, featuring...
Music producer, DTX, drops new jam ‘One by One’ ft Maandy, Ssaru, and Nviiri
Renowned music producer DTX has officially released his highly anticipated Arbantone single, One by One, bringing together an powerhouse...
Juanita Tunu drops new single “Body Tea” after signing with UMG East Africa
Following her high-profile signing to Universal Music Group East Africa (UMG EA) in March 2026, bilingual Afro-pop sensation...
KECOBO implements new music royalty fees with DJs paying an annual fee of Ksh. 30,000
The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) has officially implemented the Consolidated Music and Audio-Visual Works Tariffs for 2026–2028. This...
Kaka Empire inks strategic partnership with Universal Music Group East Africa
Kaka Empire, the label founded by entrepreneur and artist Kennedy Ombima aka King Kaka, has entered into a...
UMG East Africa signals new era for Kenyan Pop with signing of Juanita Tunu
Universal Music Group East Africa (UMG East Africa) has officially announced the signing of Nairobi’s rising star, Juanita...
Kenya’s Melanie Macharia wins UK Arts Council support for 2026 debut EP
In 2023, Melanie Macharia left the vibrant, polyphonic streets of Nairobi to pursue a Master’s degree in Music...
Njerae & Watendawili in Spotify’s 2025 top 10 most-streamed Kenyan artists list
Spotify Wrapped 2025 reveals a historic shift in Kenya’s music consumption, with listeners dedicating over 180 million hours...
Kenyan dancehall star Dufla Diligon drops club anthem “ZOZA” featuring Fathermoh
Kenyan dancehall star Dufla Diligon has officially launched his new single, “ZOZA,” a collaboration featuring Fathermoh. The track,...
Keemlyf relases high-energy club anthem “Mission,” featuring Mr. Tee
Afro-Pop dancehall muse Keemlyf returns with his highly anticipated final track of the year, “Mission.” A dynamic collaboration...
KCB Bank & Sauti Sol join forces to turbocharge SolFest 2025 with Ksh. 8M sponsorship
KCB Bank Kenya has announced a collaboration with the acclaimed music group Sauti Sol, naming the bank the...
Collo and Nviiri to headline AfroLatin Tamasha 2.0
The second edition of AfroLatin Tamasha is set to electrify Nairobi on Saturday, November 29th, at the REDROOM,...
Gospel star Eunice Lema Signs with Universal Music Group & releases new album!
Renowned gospel singer Eunice Lema has officially signed a deal with Universal Music Group East Africa (UMG East...
Why Bien-Aimé Baraza won Kenya’s heart (and follows) in 2025
In the fast-moving world of Kenyan entertainment, relevance is a currency that fluctuates daily. Yet, in 2025, one...
Tipsy Gee, Watendawili & Fathermoh delivers December party anthem with “Pia Mi Nataka”
If there is one thing that separates a standard hit from a certified anthem, it’s the delivery. On...
Kenyan star Xenia Manasseh leads African charge with first GRAMMY nomination
Nairobi’s own Xenia Manasseh has earned her first-ever GRAMMY Award nomination for her contribution to Teyana Taylor’s album,...
Kenya’s Bien & Blinky Bill pioneer royalties split with NATURE for conservation funding
Sounds Right has a platform that allows any recording artist to officially feature NATURE on their tracks. This...
Kenya’s Whip Music joins UNCTAD’s eTrade for women to shape global digital policy
Whip Music, the innovative creative-tech company founded by Kenyan tech entrepreneur Melissa Kariuki, has been selected to join...
Court stops MCSK from music royalty collection in legal battle with KECOBO
The Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK) has been dealt a major legal setback after the Music Copyright...
Yaba to launch New EP ‘Wape Wape’ at Alchemist on November 13
The Prince of Rhumbacane, Yaba, is set to mark his bold return to the music scene with the...
Tusker Oktobafest to head to Nanyuki and Mombasa this weekend
Tusker Oktobafest, is set to deliver two massive regional experiences this Saturday, November 1st, following highly successful editions...
Man Wazimu releases music video for “Ubuntu” song which tackles xenophobia
Kenyan artist Man Wazimu (born Peter Wagany) has premiered the music video for his song “Ubuntu,” which is...
Rapasa Nyatrapasa Otieno to take Nyatiti music to Wigmore Hall on March 21, 2026
London’s prestigious Wigmore Hall is set to host a landmark concert as part of The African Concert Series,...
Beneath the Baobabs Festival returns to Kilifi for a new year’s extravaganza
The Beneath the Baobabs Festival is set to illuminate Kilifi this December, returning for its annual New Year’s...
Kenyan stars Njerae & Bensoul drop video for hit single “Colors”
Award-winning artist Njerae has kicked off the final quarter of her stellar year with the release of the...
KECOBO licenses KAMP & PAVRISK, introduces strict conditions for royalty distribution
The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) have announced the successful licensing of two Collective Management Organizations (CMOs) for the...
Njerae expands her world with surprise release of ‘Four Letter Word (Deluxe)’ EP
Multidisciplinary Kenyan singer-songwriter and producer Njerae has unexpectedly dropped Four Letter Word (Deluxe), an EP expanding on her...
South African music sensation AzureDé lands in Nairobi for debut media tour
South Africa’s fast-rising music star, AzureDé, has arrived in Nairobi for her debut week-long media tour in Kenya....
Bien joins Afro Nation Portugal 2026 lineup after triumphant homecoming tour
The world’s largest celebration of Afrobeats and Amapiano, Afro Nation Portugal, is set to return to Praia da...