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BLANKETS & WINE JUNE EDITION UNVEILS STELLAR LINEUP INCLUDING KENYAN STARS LABDI, MORDECAI (DEXX), MEJJA, SERRO, MUTORIAH & WATENDAWILI ALONGSIDE NIGERIAN SENSATION FAVE

Blankets & Wine has announced its much anticipated return and 2026 season, with its first edition of the year scheduled for Sunday, 7 June 2026, at Laureate Gardens, Moi International Sports Centre, Nairobi. This will be followed by two other editions on 6 September and 20 December 2026.  Launching with the June edition, Your Taste Lives Here is Blankets & Wine's 2026 campaign and year-long cultural platform. It was launched […]

todayApril 21, 2026 33

Album Review

Album Review: Bridget Blue’s New Era — A Defining Moment for Kenyan R&B

Kenya’s alternative R&B space continues to evolve, and with her latest project, Bridget Blue firmly positions herself at the center of that growth. This album isn’t just a collection of songs ... it’s a textured, emotionally intelligent body of work that reflects the quiet confidence of an artist who understands her lane and is no longer asking for permission to occupy it. A Sonic Identity That Feels Intentional From the […]

todayApril 9, 2026 32

Entertainment

STL: The Kenyan Trailblazer Who Took Afro-Urban Sound Global

Few artists embody the spirit of global African music quite like Stella Mwangi, better known as STL. Born in Nairobi and raised between Kenya and Norway, STL has built a career that not only redefined what it means to be a Kenyan female rapper—but also positioned Kenyan music on the global stage long before the current wave. From Nairobi Roots to Global Stages STL’s story begins in Kenya, before her […]

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Entertainment

Coliseum and Doing Her Thing: What These Shows Say About Kenya’s Live Music Evolution

Last week’s highly anticipated Coliseum live music experience by King Kaka turned Nairobi’s music conversation on its head, proving that Kenyan audiences are ready to embrace premium, large‑scale live shows that are creatively ambitious and commercially viable. At the same time, more intimate showcases like Fena Gitu’s Doing Her Thing remind us that storytelling and musical connection are just as essential to the growth of Kenya’s vibrant live scene. Coliseum: […]

todayMarch 31, 2026 36

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 94

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 57

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 76

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 19

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 24

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