insert_link Entertainment Why Kenyan DJs Must Work Closely With Kenyan Artists: A Lesson From South Africa Written by Edwin Agesa on Monday, 28 November 2025. In any thriving music ecosystem, DJs and artists operate like two sides of the same coin. One creates the sound, the other amplifies it. In Kenya, however, this relationship has often felt disconnected, with DJs leaning heavily toward foreign music, especially South African, Nigerian, and American hits, while local artists struggle to get consistent visibility on the decks. The result is […] todayNovember 28, 2025 16
insert_link Entertainment How Anguka Nayo Revolutionized Clubbing in Kenya Written by Edwin Agesa on Monday, 24 November 2025. In my opinion, nothing shifted the Kenyan clubbing experience quite like Anguka Nayo by Wadagliz. Before that song hit the airwaves, club culture was heavily influenced by dancehall. Nights out revolved around grinding, and honestly, that was the main attraction. The energy of the dancehall riddims made grinding the highlight of any party, and it defined what most of us loved about clubbing […] todayNovember 24, 2025 15
insert_link Entertainment From Stage to State: Why Octopizzo and Kenya’s Young Creatives Joining Politics Could Transform the Entertainment Industry Written by Edwin Agesa on Sunday, 11 November 2025. Kenya's cultural landscape is shifting, and the conversation around rapper Octopizzo's intention to run for the Kibra parliamentary seat in 2027 has sparked a new debate: could creatives joining politics finally give the entertainment industry the structure and support it desperately needs? For years, Kenyan artists have shaped identity, influenced public opinion, and created national pride through music, film, comedy, fashion, […] todayNovember 11, 2025 28
insert_link Entertainment The Burden of Generosity: When Fame Becomes A Financial Trap Written by Edwin Agesa on Sunday, 2 November 2025. In Kenya, being a celebrity comes with more than just fame and admiration — it comes with expectations. Fans don't just look up to you for inspiration; they look to you for assistance. Whether it's a plea for school fees, hospital bills, rent, or even business capital, celebrities are constantly flooded with messages that tug at their emotions. But what many […] todayNovember 2, 2025 19
insert_link Education Lessons from the Nairobi Film Festival: AFTTTI Students Experience The Power of Kenyan Storytelling Written by Edwin Agesa on Tuesday, 29 October 2025. Last Saturday, Prestige Plaza Cinemas hosted the closing screenings of the Nairobi Film Festival, and among those in attendance were students from AFTTTI Training Institute, accompanied by Icon Radio. The day was not just about watching films, it was an immersion into storytelling, creativity, and the real-world practice of filmmaking. Two films stood out during the session: The People Shall and John Johnte Johny. […] todayOctober 29, 2025 24
insert_link 33 Entertainment AFTTTI Students Join Hollywood Star Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine For An Inspiring Film Experience At The Nairobi Film Festival Written by Edwin Agesa on Friday, 25 October 2025. Students from AFTTTI Training Institute, led by the Dean Edwine Agesa and accompanied by the Marketing Officer and Head of Admissions Yvone Mwangi, had a rare and inspiring opportunity to attend the Nairobi Film Festival, thanks to an invitation extended by Icon Radio. The event came shortly after the Dean hosted American-Ugandan Hollywood actor and filmmaker Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine at […] todayOctober 25, 2025 22 33
insert_link Entertainment Chess Nthusi Calls Out Predators in the Kenyan Music Industry Written by Edwin Agesa on Friday, 25 September 2025. Kenyan singer Chess Nthusi has once again reminded us that behind the glamour of the music industry lies a darker, unspoken reality. While appearing on the Kisiangani Podcast this week, Chess revealed that some of the biggest barriers to women's success in Kenyan music are not just financial or creative, but systemic predatory behaviour. According to her, there are powerful figures […] todaySeptember 25, 2025 12
insert_link Entertainment 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 […] todaySeptember 19, 2025 39
insert_link Entertainment 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, […] todaySeptember 9, 2025 16
