Latest music stories from across Kenya.
British-Nigerian RnB singer Odeal is set to perform in Nairobi on December 19 as part of his upcoming worldwide tour, with Nairobi listed as the Africa 2026 leg alongside Lagos, Nigeria, and Kampala, Uganda. The “Nights in the Sun” singer…
Kenyan singer-songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Bensoul has released ‘Flight 420 ‘, a 13-track album that reflects on his growth as an artist by blending reggae-inspired sounds with the Afrosoul and Afropop influences that…
Few contemporary African artists understand the architecture of a hit hook quite like Bien-Aimé Baraza. Since stepping boldly out of the formidable Sauti Sol umbrella into a commanding solo run, the Kenyan musician has become the go-to…
The 10th edition of Kikuyu Love Session, billed as the Slightly Scandalous Edition, brought vernacular music lovers together at Ngong Racecourse for an evening of music, stories and Kikuyu culture. The event was built around heritage,…
Oktobafest wrapped up a three-day run at Covo, Kahawa Sukari, with beers and live music from homegrown acts. The Nairobi edition followed earlier successful stops in Eldoret, Nanyuki and Mombasa. Performers at Covo included Njerae, Willy…
For decades, Congolese rumba has travelled far beyond the country that gave birth to it. From Kinshasa’s dance halls to stages across Africa and Europe, its rhythms have shaped popular music and carried the DRC’s cultural identity across…
Award-winning Nigerian superstar Wizkid has confirmed he will be one of the performers at the Detty Dezemba Festival, set for December 12 at the Laureate Gardens. The “Essence” musician is only the second of six performers expected to…
Juanita has released her new single, “My Baby,” a warm and uplifting celebration of love. This comes months after the release of “Body Tea”, which dropped in April. Built around the idea that meaningful love does not need to be rushed, “My…
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been transferred from a New Jersey correctional facility to a prison in Pennsylvania, the US Federal Bureau of Prisons says. The rap mogul was moved to FCI Allenwood Low on Friday, a prison official said, but…
Kenyan producer Vicwest and rising vocalist Zaituni have officially released their new single, “Sitoki.” “Sitoki,” which translates to “I am not leaving,” is a heartfelt declaration of loyalty, commitment, and unwavering love. According to…
Michael Jackson, who died in 2009, is outselling albums released in 2026 in the UK, Official Charts have confirmed. The late superstar has taken a commanding lead with 2005’s The Essential Michael Jackson compilation emerging as the…
The inaugural Nairobi edition of Martell Swift Academy concluded on 10 October 2026 with a closing showcase celebrating the progress of 25 emerging music creatives and professionals following four weeks of mentorship, practical…
For two years, hundreds of thousands of Lady Gaga lovers wondered why the main fan account dedicated to the superstar musician had gone silent across social media. In September, they got their answer: the founder of “Gaga Daily” had been…
Duane “Keffe D” Davis, the former Los Angeles gang leader who boasted for years about his involvement in the killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, only to deny it when he came to trial, was sentenced to a minimum of 40 years in prison on…
A new talent discovery show, ‘Nairobi Has Talent’, has begun in a bid to empower emerging creatives, with auditions already conducted and finals scheduled for November. Hosted on the Stage254 platform, the initiative aims to give young…
Veteran Kenyan broadcaster Fred Obachi Machoka, popularly known as Uncle Fred and celebrated for his decades-long career at Nairobi’s Ulinzi Sports Complex over the weekend at an event that turned out to be a Rhumba extravaganza. Machoka,…
Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr has already broken numerous records, and her NFL half-time performance this weekend is set to level up her list again. The Nigerian star will become the first African artist to headline one of the American…
Kenyan music heavyweights Nameless, Mejja, Breeder LW and Ssaru will lead a star-studded entertainment line-up at the 2026 Safari Sevens, as the tournament brings three days of rugby, music and entertainment to fans from 9 to 11 October at…
Kenyan singer-songwriter Njerae has teamed up with Haitian-Congolese heavyweight Paska on new single “No More Drama,” a smooth Konpa-infused track, shaped by contemporary East African R&B. In the song, about leaving heartbreak behind and…
Award-winning Kenyan singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Bensoul has released an Afro-pop single “Mariwana” featuring contemporary artist Ywaya Tajiri. The new record captures a candid narrative centred on deep…
After years of making his mark as an MC, DJ and artist, Uncool MC has released his debut EP, “Sesikude”. Meaning “we have come far,” Sesikude reflects the road Uncool MC has travelled through music, from his childhood in Kwa-Thema to…
One of the world’s biggest K-pop groups, Stray Kids, is joining BTS in boycotting the 2027 Grammy Awards. The move comes after the introduction of a controversial new category for Asian pop music, which critics fear will ghettoise genres…
Afropop superstar Mr Eazi is not letting off his fans, as he returns with Comfort”, a buoyant new single and video featuring Ghanaian singer Moliy of the “Shake It to the Max” fame. “Comfort” is a feel-good track that blends Mr Eazi’s…
Speaking at a Spotify gathering in Johannesburg, 66-year-old Kidjo wore a red headwrap, glasses and a printed blazer as she lauded the power and potential of Africa’s youth. “We are the only continent where we are fighting with each other…
