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Vicmass Luodollar Reflects on 10 Years of Bank Otuch and His Journey Through the Kenyan Music Industry

Written by Edwin Agesa on Friday, 19 September 2025. Kenyan artist Vicmass Luodollar recently sat down with Bloga Flani at Icon Radio to reflect on his music career, which is now celebrating a decade of his iconic album Bank Otuch. The conversation was filled with rich insights into his journey, the lessons he's learned, and the evolving landscape of the Kenyan music industry. Vicmass spoke passionately about the importance of […]

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PLAY KE: From Movement to Mere FOMO?

Written by Edwin Agesa on Wednesday, 17 September 2025. When the #PlayKE movement first caught fire, it was more than a hashtag. It was a rallying cry to support our own, to make sure Kenyan music got the airplay, respect, and recognition it deserves both at home and abroad. The vision was clear: if Kenyans play Kenyan, then the ecosystem grows, artists thrive, and the culture shines. But somewhere along […]

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Why Asake’s MONEY TOUR vs SOL FEST on the Same Date Is a Bad Look for Nairobi’s Entertainment Scene

Written by Edwin Agesa on Thursday, 11 September 2025. Nairobi has grown into one of Africa's most vibrant entertainment hubs. From international headliners to homegrown festivals, the city has proved it can host world-class events and pull massive crowds. But the recent announcement that Asake's MONEY TOUR will land in Nairobi on December 20th, the exact same day as SOL FEST, raises serious questions about the state of our event […]

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The Double Standards Kenyans Hold Against Artists Paid by Government Events

In Kenya, public sentiment towards the government is at an all-time low. Skyrocketing taxes, economic hardship, and frequent scandals have fueled an anti-government wave—especially among the youth. So when an artist performs at a state-sponsored event, the backlash is often swift, harsh, and deeply emotional. But this public outrage exposes a deeper contradiction in how we treat our creatives: we want them to thrive, but only on our terms. Recently, […]

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Willy Paul vs Shakib? How Boxing is Becoming Kenya’s Newest Entertainment Arena

Written by Edwin Agesa on Tuesday, 9 September 2025. Kenya's entertainment scene just got a fresh jolt of drama—this time not from a diss track or a scandalous Instagram story, but from a proposed boxing match. Controversial Kenyan singer Willy Paul has challenged Shakib, the current boyfriend of Ugandan socialite Zari Hassan, to a fight in the ring. While the callout seemed personal at first glance, it's clear that this […]

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Octopizzo Throws Jabs at Khaligraph and the State of Kenyan Rap – Is He Speaking Facts or Just Being Petty?

Written by Edwin Agesa on Sunday, 7 September 2025. Kenyan hip hop just got another dose of drama this week after Octopizzo went live on Homeboyz Radio, and let's just say – he did not come to play nice. The Namba Nane rapper took direct shots at none other than Khaligraph Jones, mocking his fashion sense and calling him out for wearing "sweatpants all year long." According to Octo, the self-proclaimed […]

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New School Meets Tradition: Why Artists Like Nikita Kering and Khaligraph Jones at Cultural Festivals Matter

Written by Edwin Agesa on Sunday, 7 September 2025. In a country as rich in cultural diversity as Kenya, the merging of modern artistry with traditional celebration is more than just entertainment, it's a cultural statement. Recently, renowned R&B singer Nikita Kering performed at the Korom Festival, while Khaligraph Jones, a heavyweight in Kenya's hip-hop scene, graced the Luo Festival stage. These appearances by mainstream "new school" artists at deeply rooted […]

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KAMP’s Historic Milestone: A Win for Kenya’s Creative Industry

On a cold August morning in Nairobi, a room full of musicians, producers, and industry players broke into applause. For the first time in Kenya’s history, a Collective Management Organization (CMO) had achieved something many thought impossible: distributing royalties with an efficiency ratio of 70:30 — meaning 70% of revenue went directly to right holders, and only 30% covered operational costs. That CMO was the Kamp Copyright and Related Rights […]

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Sam Gold : The Visionary Powering Kenya’s Cultural and Musical Phenomenon

Nairobi, Kenya , August 19 2025 When 16,000 fans poured into Nairobi's Uhuru Gardens for the most talked-about Luo Festival 2025, they weren't just attending another event-they were witnessing the signature touch of Sam Gold, one of Kenya's most influential music executives and talent managers. As the Founder and CEO of EMC Music Group, Sam has built a reputation for transforming artists into powerhouse brands and producing events that set new industry standards. […]

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