Vallerie Muthoni’s ‘Vision 2020’ Is A Sonic Catalogue Of Creative Freedom
Throughout the EP Vallerie Muthoni, dabbles between testing her creativity and leaning into comfortability. Preaching self love in “IF I DO, IF I DON’T,” and playing around with an Afro/Alte inspired production in her last single “WE GON’ BE OKAY,” Vallerie Muthoni solidifies her talent as a genre-defying artist. While ‘Vision 2020,’ is a testament of relatability, it serves as a mirror of Vallerie Muthoni’s growth both sonically and lyrically.
Album Review: Ramian Encapsulates Love Lorn Woes In “It’s Disrespectful Outside.”
“It’s Disrespectful Outside,” encapsulates all the feelings we experience in love. From situationships to relationships this album hits the core. Despite leaving lingering feelings we need to let go when necessary. Ramian might not have his dream muse or love but all over the album he proves he is a songwriter who is here to take over.
Humor as an act of resistance/driver of revolution: A Kenyan perspective
It is with great regret that I announce that I am taking a dig at the government, many have died, been maimed or dissapeared for this before, but will I? There is only one way to find out. Dear reader, please be advised that these are not jokes, the government is, enjoy your read.
The Unsubtle Art Of Giving A Fuck (GenZii)
In this short article ,Saint Bervon tries to explain why you should Really care about what is going on in our country. As young people we are the most likely to suffer from policies implemented right now, read with an open mind, like the guy police shot in the head outside parliament on June 25th (RIP COMRADE)
The Myth of Digital Streaming Platforms and the Delusional Death of Mainstream Media.
In this article, I demystify the supposed death of Traditional media and the illusion of Digital streaming platforms taking over.
Play Review; Every Brilliant Thing,Can Love Save It All?
But hold up guys, this isn’t an essay on 10 ways to get out of suicide, rather it’s a detailed understanding on the tumultuous relationship we have with emotions as solid beings on this cursed earth that Eve burdened us with.
Listicles Don’t Mean Shit: Key Takeaways From The Apple Music Top 100 Albums.
Basically Apple Music ruffled some feathers with their latest list. In this article, Tela taps in with her key take aways from the list and what we can do better as the scene.
Event Review: AfreeNation Vol.12
A review of AfreeNation Volume 12 at the Alchemist featuring Aneya, Iyanah, Steph Kapela, and Kambaboy Mbithi.
The Local Bar Story
We explore the Kenyan Local Bar: a hub of life, hope, & despair. Every soul has a story, finding solace in a glass.
The Creepy Man Smoking a Cigarette
Dive into the life at Kwa Njoroge Flats, where the mysterious "mzee wa fegi" holds the key to everyone's secrets. Who is he anyway?
Elsa Majimbo, pardon my French but, is it Naivetè?
A look at Elsa Majimbo’s association with Kenyans, just a quick review of some Ls here and there. So this time what caught her up in a storm was that…
Kenyan Showbiz: A Steakless Bone
Critic of Kenyan Entertainment, I share my dilemma. Not proud, not sorry. Here’s why we lack a real industry.
UrbanTone: Sampling Frenzy - Innovation or Stagnation?
Urbantone's Sampling vs. Creativity: Advocating for Kenya's music authenticity. Will it succeed? Hear our take, what do you think?
Politics, Artists in Entertainment: Scar Mkadinali, Rong!
A controversial take, Scar Mkadinali raises questions about artists in politics, time for a reminder.
Can Crime Boost Kenya’s Creative Economy?
"Exploring how Kenyan Artists’ Creative Sector can grow by adopting organized crime's cohesion, resource management, and planning for a robust economy."
ALBUM REVIEW: Mauru Unit - Sewersydaa Mkadinali
Mauru Unit, Sewersydaa Mkadinali’s 4th Album: A Genius blend of conscious rap, impactful stories & collaborations. A must-hear for the Youth!
Zozanation in 2023: The Rong Year Albums
Zozanation 2023 Review: Wakadinali 'Ndani Ya Cockpit 3', 'Mauru Unit', 'The Rong Don', 'Me against Me', 'SEEK', pivotal albums for the Kenyan Hip Hop Scene.