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The much-anticipated Furaha City Festival, a highlight of Kenya’s entertainment calendar, took an unexpected turn when fans passionately demanded that Kenyan artist Willy Paul perform before Tanzanian star Diamond Platnumz. The altercation disrupted the event’s flow, leaving the crowd divided and ultimately leading to Diamond Platnumz refusing to take the stage. The festival, held at […]
Kenya’s 2024 Spotify Wrapped reveals a dynamic blend of homegrown talent and international acts dominating streaming charts. Below is a detailed overview of the top-performing artists, tracks, and albums, along with insights into trends shaping Kenya’s music scene. Top 10 Most Streamed Kenyan Artists 1. Bien – The breakout artist of 2024, Bien (of Sauti […]
In the late 2000s, as YouTube solidified its dominance as the go-to platform for online videos, the music industry was grappling with declining CD sales and rampant piracy. Recognizing an opportunity to regain control over their content, three of the world’s largest record labels—Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and EMI—collaborated to create VEVO, a […]
Here’s what Kenyan party goers can expect from the major events happening in December: 1.Sean Paul (1st Dec) At the Waterfront 2 Gardens, Nairobi Jockey Club, Sean Paul will deliver a high-energy performance with his iconic dancehall hits like “Get Busy” and “Temperature”. The event will also feature top Kenyan acts such as Redsan and […]
Kendrick Lamar’s latest album, *GNX*, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by becoming the fastest rap album to reach #1 on Apple Music in the U.S. in 2024. This accomplishment highlights Lamar’s continued dominance and innovation in the hip-hop industry. The album includes standout tracks such as ,”Not Like Us’ and ” Like That”, both of […]
Willy Paul’s musical journey is one of inspiration, ambition, and evolution, with a significant chapter shaped by his admiration for Tanzanian superstar Diamond Platnumz. In the early days of his career, Willy Paul, a young gospel artist from Kenya, was captivated by Diamond’s success and style. Diamond, already a household name in East Africa, was […]
Renowned digital creator Mylee Stacey has shed light on her past relationship with gospel artist Weezdom, revealing that their journey together began unexpectedly. According to Mylee, what initially started as a casual encounter developed into a full-fledged relationship that lasted several years. “My initial intention with Weezdom was just a one-night stand, but it turned […]
Renowned Tanzanian gospel artist Christina Shusho is set to perform in Kenya on December 31, 2024, in what promises to be a soul-stirring end-of-year celebration. The celebrated gospel singer will be headlining a special event aimed at ushering in the New Year with worship and praise. This upcoming performance follows her highly successful appearance in […]
Renowned skit creator Crazy Kennar has opened up about his decision to part ways with some of his former acting crew members, including Bushra and Yvonne Khisa. According to Kennar, the split was driven by evolving individual goals and aspirations within the team. “At the start of any project, each person has their own goals […]
Digital content creator Crazy Kennar has recently shared the reasons behind the closure of his Juja-based restaurant, Instant Delicacies, in 2023. According to Kennar, one of the main challenges was unprofessionalism among some staff members. He noted that, at times, staff would forget their roles, with waiters even treating themselves like customers, to the point […]
Once a polished figure in the corridors of power, Salim Swaleh now finds himself in a battle to reclaim his place in the professional world. The former Director of Press at the Prime Cabinet Secretary’s office has made a heartfelt appeal to Kenyans and media houses to give him another chance. Swaleh, who lost his […]
The largest city (Shanghai) in China, where recorded music revenue jumped 25.9% YoY in 2023, per the IFPI. In its latest weekly report, DMN Pro analyzed how these and other strong showings from developing markets factor into tall industry growth forecasts, including from Goldman Sach’s “Music in the Air,” for the remainder of the 2020s. Photo Credit: Hanny Naibaho
Goldman Sachs’ “Music in the Air” report has forecasted over $163 billion worth of industry gross revenue for 2030, in part because of anticipated streaming growth throughout emerging markets. But is the prediction, covering recorded, publishing, and live alike, a bit too bullish?