The year musically in Kenya and the East Africa region has begun with great speed and artists are already moving to secure and cement their status in the game. From hip-hop sensational duo Buruklyn Boyz, Ndovu Kuu, and D Voice to Chid Benz all have released new year’s projects to give them a head start.
Bboy Settingz – Buruklyn Boyz
Crossing over into the new year – 2024 -Buruklyn Boyz released their latest project – Bboy Settingz – an EP on the 31st of December 2023. The seven-track EP follows suit of their successful debut album East Mpaka London. Bboy Settingz continues to cement the legacy of Buruklyn Boyz in the hip-hop scene especially the drill sub-genre not only in Kenya but the world at large. This shows that they are not stopping at anything and this year 2024 is a year to watch out for them.
Track List
- Gear Five
- Patient
- Charlie Chaplin feat Buruklyn G
- Kill Opp
- Germany
- Vertical feat Younglouise58
- Straight Faces feat Younglouise58
Top Kenyan Albums released in 2023.
Ndovu Kuu – My Work is to Party feat Lil Maina
Uncle Ndovu (Ndovu Kuu) and Stunna (Lil Maina) linked up to create a good vibe jam for all who are finding a way to escape from the matrix i.e. work or school. In the spirit of enjoyment My Work is to Party will make sure you go through your day with your Boss or Teacher without any worries about a bad day. The song was Produced Mixed and Mastered at Ndovu Kuu Studios by Ndovu Kuu and it was written by Ndovu Kuu & Lil Maina.
King Kaka – Tabasco Freestyle
It’s been a while since King Kaka’s fans heard him go hard on a beat. He made his name as one of the most acclaimed lyrists in Kenya, Africa, and the world. Dropping his bars in a mix of Swahili, English, and Sheng has made him one of the most respected figures in the music industry. Tabasco Freestyle showcases the rawness and the lyrical prowess of King Kaka and many are excited to see what he has in store for them in 2024.
Rayvanny – Down
The better of 2023 Rayvanny has been rather calm releasing fewer singles than many of his and music fans around the world expected. Topping 2023 with Flowers III the EP which had 9 tracks, Nitongoze featuring Diamond was his biggest anthem of 2023. Kicking off 2024, Rayvanny has released Down produced by Blaise Beats, and a Video directed by Director Kenny and now all eyes are on him to see what he has in store for his and music fans.
Roma Feat Chid Benz – Nasikia Harufu
Two of Tanzania’s and Africa’s powerhouses when it comes to hip hop and Rap Roma and Chid Benz came together to kick start the year in style by dropping Harufu. The single proves that Roma and Chid Benz are still names to reckon with when it comes to hip-hop. 2024 without a doubt has kickstarted well for these two legends in the making.
D Voice Ft Mbosso – Mpeni Taarifa
Just months after being signed to the renowned music record label Wasafi, D Voice released his first major project Swahili Kid the album. The album had 10 tracks and featured fellow label mates Zuchu, Lava Lala, Diamond Platnumz, and Mbosso. At the beginning of the year, 2024, D Voice released a video of the project- Track number 4 – Mpenzi Taarifa featuring Mbosso. All eyes are now on him in 2024 as many are eagerly awaiting to see his progress as he is under the management of Wasafi.
Alien skin ug – Guno Omwaka
Alien Skin is an artist from Uganda who is known for his work as a singer, songwriter, and rapper. He has been rising steadily through the ranks of Ugandan and Africa’s music since his debut in music in 2017. 2024 has started on a higher note as Alien Skin has dropped the visuals of his song Guno Omwaka meaning this year.