Last Saturday 20th September 2008 at the British Council during
WAPI, a failed frustrated rapper by the name of Kimya, decided to
escalate his fake ass death threats once again to both Muki
Garang and Mwafrika. You all know him as Bamboo's
brother.who never changes clothes and wears, a dirty fake
bullet proof vest.
This time round he was not in the
studio making the threats, he was
on stage at WAPI. He bit more
than he could chew, a terrible
mistake that almost cost him his life and his friends’. This incident occurred during
his performance with the Ukoo Fulani Outfit. Kimya's first words were "Fuck
Mwafrika & Muki Garang .. they are all P*&#Y....i will kill....." Before he could
complete his statement an angry crowd charged forward determined to put an
end to Kimya's juvenile delinquency. It is not clear if Sharama of Ukoo Fulani made
any comments against Mwafrika but I understand he was cornered by irate
revelers together with Hiphop fiends and all he could manage to spit out was "Si
mimi, si mimi" –"Its not me, its not me."
One MC from the crowd couldn’t hide his shock in a telephone conversation, when
he asked me "I thought these cats were gangstas!? cops & GSUs had to give them
protection as they were whisked away in a police van.I thought "Gangstas" roll in
packs with guns...?”
The angry crowd brought the function to a halt around 4:00 pm, in protest of
Kimya's misdemeanor. As Law enforcement officers kept vigil within the premise in
an attempt to control the chaos. The event management watched helplessly as the
crowd lost control.
On a telephone conversation with Muki Garang this is what he had to say;
“I would like to appeal for calm from our violated fans, supporters and friends. I
understand the reason for expressing your dissent; however we have to practice
extreme calm in these trying moments.
Please do not give up, Mwafrika & I are contributing towards the culture & society.
Kimya, your quest for fame has blinded you. In addition you are not a gangster,
you are a broke delusional Nairobi rapper. Kindly find it in your capacity to attend
the next HIPHOP PARLIAMENT session to redeem yourself. You have finally
received airtime from me now you are famous.”
Written by,
Kavi Mareechi
Kavi Mareechi is a linguist expert from the University of Newyork. He embarked on
a research across the African Continent to establish his African identity. Kavi is
currently completing his book “Half Indian & Fully Black, in a boardroom meeting.”
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Friday, September 26, 2008
Can Muki Garang’s shoes fit Kimya?
Last Saturday 20th September 2008 at the British Council during
WAPI, a failed frustrated rapper by the name of Kimya, decided to
escalate his fake ass death threats once again to both Muki
Garang and Mwafrika. You all know him as Bamboo's
brother.who never changes clothes and wears, a dirty fake
bullet proof vest.
This time round he was not in the
studio making the threats, he was
on stage at WAPI. He bit more
than he could chew, a terrible
mistake that almost cost him his life and his friends’. This incident occurred during
his performance with the Ukoo Fulani Outfit. Kimya's first words were "Fuck
Mwafrika & Muki Garang .. they are all P*&#Y....i will kill....." Before he could
complete his statement an angry crowd charged forward determined to put an
end to Kimya's juvenile delinquency. It is not clear if Sharama of Ukoo Fulani made
any comments against Mwafrika but I understand he was cornered by irate
revelers together with Hiphop fiends and all he could manage to spit out was "Si
mimi, si mimi" –"Its not me, its not me."
One MC from the crowd couldn’t hide his shock in a telephone conversation, when
he asked me "I thought these cats were gangstas!? cops & GSUs had to give them
protection as they were whisked away in a police van.I thought "Gangstas" roll in
packs with guns...?”
The angry crowd brought the function to a halt around 4:00 pm, in protest of
Kimya's misdemeanor. As Law enforcement officers kept vigil within the premise in
an attempt to control the chaos. The event management watched helplessly as the
crowd lost control.
On a telephone conversation with Muki Garang this is what he had to say;
“I would like to appeal for calm from our violated fans, supporters and friends. I
understand the reason for expressing your dissent; however we have to practice
extreme calm in these trying moments.
Please do not give up, Mwafrika & I are contributing towards the culture & society.
Kimya, your quest for fame has blinded you. In addition you are not a gangster,
you are a broke delusional Nairobi rapper. Kindly find it in your capacity to attend
the next HIPHOP PARLIAMENT session to redeem yourself. You have finally
received airtime from me now you are famous.”
Written by,
Kavi Mareechi
Kavi Mareechi is a linguist expert from the University of Newyork. He embarked on
a research across the African Continent to establish his African identity. Kavi is
currently completing his book “Half Indian & Fully Black, in a boardroom meeting.”
WAPI, a failed frustrated rapper by the name of Kimya, decided to
escalate his fake ass death threats once again to both Muki
Garang and Mwafrika. You all know him as Bamboo's
brother.who never changes clothes and wears, a dirty fake
bullet proof vest.
This time round he was not in the
studio making the threats, he was
on stage at WAPI. He bit more
than he could chew, a terrible
mistake that almost cost him his life and his friends’. This incident occurred during
his performance with the Ukoo Fulani Outfit. Kimya's first words were "Fuck
Mwafrika & Muki Garang .. they are all P*&#Y....i will kill....." Before he could
complete his statement an angry crowd charged forward determined to put an
end to Kimya's juvenile delinquency. It is not clear if Sharama of Ukoo Fulani made
any comments against Mwafrika but I understand he was cornered by irate
revelers together with Hiphop fiends and all he could manage to spit out was "Si
mimi, si mimi" –"Its not me, its not me."
One MC from the crowd couldn’t hide his shock in a telephone conversation, when
he asked me "I thought these cats were gangstas!? cops & GSUs had to give them
protection as they were whisked away in a police van.I thought "Gangstas" roll in
packs with guns...?”
The angry crowd brought the function to a halt around 4:00 pm, in protest of
Kimya's misdemeanor. As Law enforcement officers kept vigil within the premise in
an attempt to control the chaos. The event management watched helplessly as the
crowd lost control.
On a telephone conversation with Muki Garang this is what he had to say;
“I would like to appeal for calm from our violated fans, supporters and friends. I
understand the reason for expressing your dissent; however we have to practice
extreme calm in these trying moments.
Please do not give up, Mwafrika & I are contributing towards the culture & society.
Kimya, your quest for fame has blinded you. In addition you are not a gangster,
you are a broke delusional Nairobi rapper. Kindly find it in your capacity to attend
the next HIPHOP PARLIAMENT session to redeem yourself. You have finally
received airtime from me now you are famous.”
Written by,
Kavi Mareechi
Kavi Mareechi is a linguist expert from the University of Newyork. He embarked on
a research across the African Continent to establish his African identity. Kavi is
currently completing his book “Half Indian & Fully Black, in a boardroom meeting.”
Zain Kenya Sponsors Suzanna Owiyo To Participate In Europe Music Fair
Zain Kenya has sponsored Suzanna Owiyo the Kisumu 100 superstar to a tune of KSh 2.1million to participate in the WOMEX world music expo that will be held from 29th October to 2nd November this year.Owiyo was nominated by ty womex to take part
The event which will be held in Spain will showcase a wide range of global music stars including Astillero (Argentina), Aurelio Martinez (Honduras), David Walters (France), DJ Grace Kelly (Brazil/Germany), and Enzo Avitabile & Kalman Balogh Gypsy Cimbalom Band (Hungary).
Africa’s representatives will be our very own Suzanna Owiyo, Bassekou Kouyate & Ngoni ba (Mali), Staff Benda Bilili (Congo-Kinshasa) and Les Amazones de Guinée (Guinea-Conakry)
This international fair which brings together professionals from the worlds of folk, roots, ethnic and traditional music and also includes concerts, conferences and documentary films contributes to networking as an effective means of promoting music and culture of all kinds across frontiers. This prestigious fair honours quality, creativity and success in global music on the international level.
Earlier this year Suzanna was one of the performers at the Zain sponsored 46664 concert in Hyde Park London that was hosted to celebrate the 90th birthday of former President of South Africa and Nobel Prize winner, Mr Nelson Mandela.
“We at Zain are very proud of our local artists. We shall continue supporting the best in Kenyan Arts; Music, Writing, Poetry and Fine art;” concluded Michael Okwiri, Zain Kenya Corporate Communication Director.
The event which will be held in Spain will showcase a wide range of global music stars including Astillero (Argentina), Aurelio Martinez (Honduras), David Walters (France), DJ Grace Kelly (Brazil/Germany), and Enzo Avitabile & Kalman Balogh Gypsy Cimbalom Band (Hungary).
Africa’s representatives will be our very own Suzanna Owiyo, Bassekou Kouyate & Ngoni ba (Mali), Staff Benda Bilili (Congo-Kinshasa) and Les Amazones de Guinée (Guinea-Conakry)
This international fair which brings together professionals from the worlds of folk, roots, ethnic and traditional music and also includes concerts, conferences and documentary films contributes to networking as an effective means of promoting music and culture of all kinds across frontiers. This prestigious fair honours quality, creativity and success in global music on the international level.
Earlier this year Suzanna was one of the performers at the Zain sponsored 46664 concert in Hyde Park London that was hosted to celebrate the 90th birthday of former President of South Africa and Nobel Prize winner, Mr Nelson Mandela.
“We at Zain are very proud of our local artists. We shall continue supporting the best in Kenyan Arts; Music, Writing, Poetry and Fine art;” concluded Michael Okwiri, Zain Kenya Corporate Communication Director.
Kisima is back!
A list of the Final Nominated entries of not less than 30 categories will be released during a Theme Unveiling and sponsors launch to be held on 1st October 2008. The proposed list of the 8th Kisima Music Awards Nomination Academy chaired by Sheila Amdany of Radio Simba comprises of Julie Erusa, Arthur Kamau,David Kuria,Julian Macharia,David Ohingo,Lucia Shikuku,Charles Otieno,Makarios Onyango, Lydia Migwi,Shaffie Weru,Jackline Oduol,John Katana,Henry Njuguna,Irene Chege,Michel Otieno,Felix Kyalo,Wairimu Gachie,Fred Orido ,Emelda Isaacs among others.
Voting by the general public within the East Africa through sms to a short code and online voting (www.kisimaawards.co.ke)for the international audience outside the East Africa region will kick off on 1st October to 25th November 2008.
According to Victor Mayeya C.E.O Kisima Music Awards there is a tremendous growth being witnessed from across as most artistes are developing the understanding of the awards scheme which will be an integral part of the Kisima Music Awards initiative to legitimately reward, promote and market local music.
UK Based Dj Treble T to headline the Smirnoff Uncompromised party
The first Smirnoff uncompromised party is set to take place on the 10th of October at The Summit in Nakuru. The headlining Dj is one of the most celebrated turntablists from the UK – Dj Treble T.
Born in Tooting, UK, Treble T is one of the most celebrated Djs in the world. He had an early start in the music business having started a sound system while still at school. Strictly Bizznizz is still going strong!
First cutting his teeth as a DJ in house parties and pirate radio, then being introduced to the making of music by well renowned pop producer Grant Cunliffe (Billy Bragg, The Smiths, Morrissey). Early remix and production credits include Chaka Demus and Pliers, Alton Ellis and contributing to Japanese movie soundtracks.
After several years on the circuit he then bumped into old friend Mike Anthony and partner Dee who were already successfully running the fledgling DJ outfit Rampage.
This union resulted in T being asked to contribute production to the Rampage Drum and Bass album, Priority One (A+M Records) which spawned a top forty hit "The Monkeys". With such an optimistic onset, it was inevitable that the relationship would blossom. Already a "hot dj" Treble T fully joined Rampage shortly afterwards and is now in his eighth year as a Rampage member.
Having tucked production credits and remix's to his belt, Tee is also an integral part of the DJ team who along with D Nyce, Leggz and Mike Anthony form the 2002 DJing force of Rampage.
Apart from being a trained studio engineer and record producer, Treble Tee is also an experienced radio presenter and has co-presented Rampage on radio. He has been hosting the weekly urban music slot on BBC London 94.9 for the last five years alongside Mike Anthony and was recently joined on air by D Nyce for the best in urban music.
World music icons interviewed on the show include Beenie man, Sisqo, Wyclef, Faith Evans, Sean Paul and a one in a million interview with Aaliyah. The list is endless!
The BBC London show has been syndicated to Radio Napa 90.9 in Cyprus for the last two years and during the season Rampage Broadcast two shows a week to Cyprus.
Earlier this year he launched the BBC's new national black music station 1xtra with Mike and K.C. A milestone in black music.
Now a well seasoned club DJ, Tee has played to audiences in excess of ten thousand people as far afield as Dubai, Miami, Martinique, Atlanta and Amsterdam. And of course all over the U.K. Djing in live gigs such as Usher, Black Rob, Foxy Brown, S.W.V., Dru Hill, Beenie man and K.C and Jo Jo plus club dates such as the Blues and soul (Ms Dynamite) Twice as nice and Shake it up national tours.
Well accustomed to the rigors of life on the road after helping to maintain a pivotal residency at the then S.W.1 club (Pasha) for Four years and helping to make two new club brands successful (Two rooms of Funk and Heart n Soul).
What drum magazine has in October
Live the life and win!
DRUM brings you two great competitions and loads of exciting prizes. Top of the list is a brand-new, luxury Mercedes-Benz C-Class. You can also win a wardrobe makeover and shopping vouchers. But that’s not all – we are giving away 15 heavenly pampering sessions at a top Nairobi spa. Find details in the latest issue of DRUM, on sale now.
Iddi Achieng: Queen of Hearts
DRUM’s cover story this month is the Afro-fusion sensation Iddi Achieng. A woman of many talents, Iddi has achieved great things in music, social activism and in her personal life – and she is still aiming higher. Be inspired by her rhythm and heart.
DRUM style
Start spreading the news – the best of New York Fashion Week can be found in this month’s DRUM, hot off the catwalks of the Big Apple. We also keep you posted on the latest fashion trends as spotted on Hollywood’s red carpets, as well as our local streets and sidewalks.
Sheila bikini moment
The beautiful singer and radio and TV presenter Sheila Mwanyigha speaks to DRUM. ‘I had been told that you had to be a size eight to wear a bikini. I have never been a size eight and I never will be, so I wore that bikini for me,’ she says about her sensational video.
Leonard Mambo: King of radio
Radio legend Leonard Mambo Mbotela has become an institution on our airwaves. He has been around for so long that we think we know him inside out. But DRUM’s interview with him contains a few surprises! Check it out.
The Kenyattas
As Kenya pays tribute to its founding father this month, DRUM delved into the archives to bring you a rare photograph of the Kenyatta family, taken just days before the death of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta in 1978. And when the Kenyatta family recently commemorated the 30th anniversary of the former president’s death, DRUM was there to capture the moment.
Larry Asego and Jalang’o
New kids on the radio block Larry Asego and Jalang’o certainly have big mouths and strong opinions! That’s why we love to wake up to their early morning chatter. They spill their guts in DRUM.
Bootylicious diva
Beyoncé has come a long way since her Destiny’s Child days. She is now one of the most powerful celebrities in the world, and about to release her third solo album. Find out why she is simply irreplaceable.
Knockout Kobi
Besides being one of our brightest new TV stars, Kobi Kihara has a terrific sense of style. She got the chance to release her inner tomboy the day she modelled for DRUM.
DRUM brings you two great competitions and loads of exciting prizes. Top of the list is a brand-new, luxury Mercedes-Benz C-Class. You can also win a wardrobe makeover and shopping vouchers. But that’s not all – we are giving away 15 heavenly pampering sessions at a top Nairobi spa. Find details in the latest issue of DRUM, on sale now.
Iddi Achieng: Queen of Hearts
DRUM’s cover story this month is the Afro-fusion sensation Iddi Achieng. A woman of many talents, Iddi has achieved great things in music, social activism and in her personal life – and she is still aiming higher. Be inspired by her rhythm and heart.
DRUM style
Start spreading the news – the best of New York Fashion Week can be found in this month’s DRUM, hot off the catwalks of the Big Apple. We also keep you posted on the latest fashion trends as spotted on Hollywood’s red carpets, as well as our local streets and sidewalks.
Sheila bikini moment
The beautiful singer and radio and TV presenter Sheila Mwanyigha speaks to DRUM. ‘I had been told that you had to be a size eight to wear a bikini. I have never been a size eight and I never will be, so I wore that bikini for me,’ she says about her sensational video.
Leonard Mambo: King of radio
Radio legend Leonard Mambo Mbotela has become an institution on our airwaves. He has been around for so long that we think we know him inside out. But DRUM’s interview with him contains a few surprises! Check it out.
The Kenyattas
As Kenya pays tribute to its founding father this month, DRUM delved into the archives to bring you a rare photograph of the Kenyatta family, taken just days before the death of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta in 1978. And when the Kenyatta family recently commemorated the 30th anniversary of the former president’s death, DRUM was there to capture the moment.
Larry Asego and Jalang’o
New kids on the radio block Larry Asego and Jalang’o certainly have big mouths and strong opinions! That’s why we love to wake up to their early morning chatter. They spill their guts in DRUM.
Bootylicious diva
Beyoncé has come a long way since her Destiny’s Child days. She is now one of the most powerful celebrities in the world, and about to release her third solo album. Find out why she is simply irreplaceable.
Knockout Kobi
Besides being one of our brightest new TV stars, Kobi Kihara has a terrific sense of style. She got the chance to release her inner tomboy the day she modelled for DRUM.
Media elections and the heads are…
Radio Africa’s General Manager, Mr. Martin Khafafa has been appointed Vice Chairman of the Media Owners Association (MOA) and Nairobi Star’s Managing Director, Mr. William Pike has been appointed to the MOA’s Executive Committee.
In the MOA annual general meeting held Thursday morning, Linus Gitahi, Nation CEO was elected Chair of the MOA with Shiela Amdany CEO of Radio Simba as Secretary.
Congrats.
In the MOA annual general meeting held Thursday morning, Linus Gitahi, Nation CEO was elected Chair of the MOA with Shiela Amdany CEO of Radio Simba as Secretary.
Congrats.
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