insert_link Entertainment Charisma Addresses Kodong Klan Dynamics Kodong Klan has been facing backlash over their recent performances on their tour with complaints coming from fans both on ground and online. Charisma, a member of the group, has stood up to address questions that were posed by concerned fans after their experiences from the shows. "Apologies for not getting back to this sooner. Between last week’s shooting and the kisumu tour things have been hectic. But here we go! First and foremost thank you for feedback. The tour […] todayJune 23, 2025 34
insert_link 1 Entertainment Kenyan Music Group Dynamics: Case Study Kodong Klan Kenyan music groups have always proved to be a hard area to venture in for any artist as shown by what has been happening on the Kodong Klan Tour. The group has been facing some backlash on how they have been performing and as Bloga Flani writes, it has been difficult to give fans what they paid for. For those who have never heard of Kodong Klan, it is a Kenyan music collective featuring artists such as Okello Max, Coster […] todayJune 23, 2025 117 1
insert_link 27 Entertainment 6 Reasons Why Mainstream Media Interviews are Important for Artists Mainstream media has been on steady decline ever since digital media started growing rapidly. This growth has seen mainstream media get treated like fossils with artists avoiding being on the platforms they provide. Bloga Flani observes that this might be the new shift in media but the OG platforms still have an important role to play in the growth of artists in Kenya. Here is a deep dive into the 6 reasons why mainstream media is still important to an […] todayJune 23, 2025 18 27
insert_link Electronic music Maandamano Songs: The Thin Line Between Artistry and Activism "Maandamano, maandamano, wamepandisha bei ya Ovacado". You have probably heard of that song. It's from one of Kenya's biggest music stars right now, Bien. The song came out at the height of protests in Nairobi and as we gear up for the one year anniversary, Bloga Flani disects what it means to be an artist during these political time. There is a Swahili saying that is normally thrown around explaining the role of the artist in the community. "Msanii ni […] todayJune 20, 2025 36
insert_link 7 Entertainment How Kenyan Artists Can Avoid Being Replaced by AI Artists As artificial intelligence continues to infiltrate creative industries, artists in Kenya and around the world are facing a new challenge: staying relevant in a rapidly changing landscape. AI-generated music, visual art, and writing are becoming increasingly sophisticated, often mimicking human creativity with shocking precision. However, for Kenyan artists, this shift also presents an opportunity to redefine their uniqueness and value. To avoid being replaced by AI, Kenyan artists must lean into what makes them human—culture, emotion, and lived experience. AI […] todayJune 19, 2025 53 7
insert_link Entertainment Throwing It Back: Octopizzo Addresses ‘Older’ Looking Photo Octopizzo is one Kenyan rapper who embodies the spirit of hard work and talent getting a creative out of the trenches to the pinacle of Hip Hop music. The rapper recently shared a photo of him from his early days of music looking back at how far he has come. As Bloga Flani disects, Mr. Ohanga has gone through a lot to get t where he is warranting his braggadocios type of rap. In a post of X the rapper […] todayJune 19, 2025 8
insert_link Entertainment Why Bien Got a Better Collabo from Marioo Compared to Diamond Platnumz Kenyan superstar Bien, formerly of Sautisol, recently landed a collaboration with East Africa's best artist Diamond Platnumz amid mixed reactions from the fans. The song was dropped with mild response from the fans who started comparing it to the monster hit that was Nairobi featuring Marioo. The two artists, Diamond Platnumz and Marioo, featured Bien but the latter got more plays compared the the latest one. Edwine Agesa aka Bloga Flani explores this phenomenon on why the latest song does […] todayJune 13, 2025 82
insert_link Business Wyre Unveiled as Swift Capital Limited Official Brand Ambassador: A Strategic Collaboration to Drive Financial Inclusion and Gen Z Engagement in Kenya 11 June 2025, Nairobi, Kenya – Swift Capital Limited, a leading non-bank financial services provider in Kenya, has today announced the appointment of celebrated Kenyan music icon Wyre as its official Brand Ambassador. The announcement was made during a press conference and official contract signing ceremony held at DoubleTree by Hilton, Nairobi. The event was attended by Swift Capital's Chief Executive Officer, company executives, members of the media, and special guests. This partnership marks a bold and exciting new direction for both parties, bringing […] todayJune 12, 2025 23
insert_link Electronic music Why Bien’s Recent Collaborations are Expanding his Fanbase Bien has been doing well in music and has become Kenya's best artist in the last two years. The former Sauti Sol member has continued to soar to greater heights and that is being shown by his recent collaborations. The crooner has teamed up with Somalian talent Suldaan Seerar on his latest track Safari. The song explores a side of music that we never thought we'd see from the singer. Bien teaming up with Seerar shows how he is exploring […] todayJune 5, 2025 24
