2026
Political Beats: Shekina Karen’s “Babu Kwa Sababu” Signals the Start of the Creative Campaign Season
Kenyan female rapper Shekina Karen has stepped into the political conversation with the release of her new track Babu Kwa Sababu, a campaign-themed anthem rallying support for Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, who is positioning himself for the Nairobi gubernatorial race in Nairobi County. The move highlights an emerging reality in Kenyan politics: creatives are […]
Hip Hop Never Forgets: How Kenyan Rap Is Reviving Its Legends
One of the most beautiful things about Hip Hop culture is its memory. The genre has a way of circling back to its roots and reminding fans where the movement came from. In Kenya, the past year has been a clear demonstration of this phenomenon, with several legendary and long-time underground artists finding their way […]
Nazizi to Be Honored at Kickz N Barz 5th Edition for Her Impact on Kenyan Hip Hop and Urban Music
Kenyan music legend Nazizi will be celebrated on 28th March at the 5th edition of the hip hop showcase Kickz N Barz, an event that continues to recognize pioneers who helped shape the country’s urban music culture. The celebration will take place at K1 Klub House, one of Nairobi’s most iconic entertainment venues. Nazizi’s contribution […]
Mejja’s Mtoto wa Khadija Shows Why He’s the Ultimate Vibes Specialist
When fans started dissecting Mtoto wa Khadija by Mejja, one observation kept coming up: on several collaborations, the featured artists seemed to outshine him in terms of lyrical writing and delivery. For many Hip Hop purists, this quickly turned into debate online about whether Mejja was being overshadowed on his own project. But if you […]
“Wacha Advice Mob”: Kenyan Artists Finally Push Back Against Online Music ‘Experts’
The year started with an interesting conversation in the Kenyan music industry after artists like Femi One and Khaligraph Jones publicly called out people constantly giving them advice online. Their message was simple — not every opinion being thrown around on the internet is helpful, and sometimes artists just want to create without the constant […]
Song Review: Catalyst The Don Brings Raw Kenyan Energy to the WFYL Riddim with “Dai”
Kenyan rapper Catalyst The Don has thrown his hat into the ongoing WFYL riddim challenge with his latest release, “Dai.” The track sees the rapper step into the dancehall lane, delivering an energetic performance that blends Kenyan street attitude with the unmistakable bounce of Jamaican riddim culture. At a time when artists across the globe […]
From Kingston to Nairobi: The Riddim Challenge Wave Reshaping Kenyan Hip Hop
The Kenyan music scene is once again proving how quickly it adapts to global sonic shifts. Over the past few months, a new wave has emerged online and in studio sessions across the country — Kenyan rappers and dancehall artists jumping on Jamaican riddims in what is becoming the latest creative challenge. The movement has […]
Why Kayvo Kforce Is One of the Most Underrated Rappers in Kenyan Hip Hop
When conversations about new school Kenyan hip hop pioneers come up, names like Octopizzo, Khaligraph Jones, and King Kaka are often the first to dominate the discussion. Yet within that same generation exists a rapper whose impact and lyrical skill are rarely given the spotlight they deserve — Kayvo Kforce. For years, Kforce has quietly […]
Kenyan Live Shows Are Levelling Up — Preparation Is the New Standard
Kenyan music performances have evolved dramatically over the past few years, and fans are finally experiencing concerts that feel intentional, rehearsed, and professionally curated. Artists are no longer just showing up on stage to perform a few hits; they are building full experiences for their audiences. Performers like Octopizzo, Njerae, Nyashinski, Sauti Sol, Watendawili, and […]
Mejja Delivers a High-Replay Album That Blends Genge Humor with Hip Hop Energy
Mejja’s latest album MTOTO WA KHADIJA arrives as a reminder of why he remains one of the most distinctive voices in Kenyan urban music. The project, which features 12 tracks in total—three solo records and nine collaborations—leans heavily into the sonic identity that fans have associated with him for years. Instead of chasing trends, Mejja […]
