insert_link Entertainment Streams vs Street Cred: What the Buruklyn Boyz–Toxic Lyrikali Clash Reveals About Rap Power Written by Edwin Agesa on Thursday, 19 February 2026. The current clash between Buruklyn Boyz and Toxic Lyrikali is unfolding like a localized case study in how hip-hop rivalries expose deeper tensions between popularity metrics and cultural legitimacy. While diss exchanges are not new to Kenyan rap ecosystems, this particular back-and-forth echoes structural patterns seen in global conflicts — especially the widely dissected confrontation involving Kendrick Lamar and his contemporaries […] todayFebruary 19, 2026 75
insert_link Entertainment The Wadagliz Experience: Why the March 6th Virtual Concert is a Masterclass in Artistic Sovereignty Written by Edwin Agesa on Thursday, 19 February 2026. The Kenyan music industry is witnessing a definitive shift in the power dynamic between artists and the traditional structures of stardom. For decades, the "up-and-coming" artist was expected to play a waiting game, hoping for a seat at a table controlled by corporate sponsors and veteran event organizers. But on March 6th, the rap duo Wadagliz is set to prove that […] todayFebruary 19, 2026 44
insert_link Music Why We Only Nod in Clubs: The Death of the Kenyan Dance Floor Written by Edwin Agesa on Thursday, 12 February 2026. There was a time when sherehe meant exactly that—partying until your legs couldn't take it anymore. If the DJ dropped a classic Genge hit or an Afrobeats banger, the dance floor would be packed with people just losing it. But nowadays, if you walk into any popular lounge in Nairobi or Mombasa, you'll find a very different vibe. The music is still loud, […] todayFebruary 12, 2026 28
insert_link Featured The “Gentleman’s Agreement” Trap: Why Kenyan Artists Must Embrace Formal Contracts In the vibrant, rhythmic heart of the Kenyan creative economy, a persistent shadow looms over the industry: unprofessionalism. While our music travels across borders and our festivals grow in scale, a fundamental piece of the business puzzle is missing—the culture of written agreements. For too long, the Kenyan music scene has operated on "vibes," "word of honor," and "brotherhood." While these sentiments are culturally rich, they are economically dangerous. The cycle is predictable: […] todayFebruary 4, 2026 13
insert_link Entertainment Kickz N Barz: A Legendary Tribute to Kitu Sewer at Lava Latte Written by Edwin Agesa on Tuesday, 3 February 2026. Nairobi's hip hop scene just witnessed another massive milestone. Over the past weekend, Kickz N Barz took over Lava Latte on State House Road, and it was a full-blown shutdown. Hip hop heads from all corners of the city turned up in large numbers to honor a true lyrical mastermind, the legendary Kitu Sewer. The energy was unmatched as the community gathered to celebrate the "Celebrating […] todayFebruary 3, 2026 15
insert_link Entertainment The Recurring Nightmare: When Will Kenyan Artists Get Their Due Respect? Written by Edwin Agesa on Wednesday, 20 December 2025. Another day, another concert, another controversy. It's a tale as old as time in the Kenyan entertainment scene: a major international act comes to town, local artists are added to the lineup, and by showtime, the inherent disrespect and contractual chaos become the main event. Today, we're talking about the Asake and Gabzy concert at Nyayo Stadium, scheduled for this Saturday, December […] todayDecember 20, 2025 35
insert_link Education Eldoret to Host Inaugural KOROM Business Exposition & Conference Eldoret City is set to take centre stage this December as it hosts the inaugural KOROM Business Exposition & Conference, a bold new platform designed to empower young entrepreneurs, SMEs, investors, and cultural innovators from across Kenya. Scheduled for December 17–19, 2025 at the Eldoret Sports Club, the conference is a strategic expansion of the popular KOROM Festival and will run under the theme “The Business of Transformation: Empowering People, […] todayDecember 14, 2025 26
insert_link Album Review Album Overview: The Art of Gengetone by Joefes Written by Edwin Agesa on Tuesday, 9 December 2025. Three weeks since its release, The Art of Gengetone by Joefes continues to ripple across the Kenyan music scene, an ambitious 22-track statement from one of Gengetone's most consistent contributors. Working under Black Market Records and still an active member of the celebrated trio Mbuzi Gang, Joefes uses this album not just as a showcase of sound, but as a declaration: Gengetone is […] todayDecember 9, 2025 24
insert_link Entertainment Why Many Kenyans Aren’t Seeing Kenyan Music in Their Spotify Wrapped, And Why the Conversation Is Bigger Than Screenshots Written by Edwin Agesa on Monday, 8 December 2025. Every year, Spotify Wrapped arrives like a cultural holiday, screenshots everywhere, heated debates, and that one friend who insists their music taste is superior. But this year in Kenya, the conversation has taken a different turn. As timelines fill with people's top artists and top songs, many Kenyans have noticed a glaring absence: very few Kenyan musicians are showing up on these […] todayDecember 8, 2025 30
