Novo Quartet violinists' maiden show in Kenya The musicians are really excited about performing some Kenyan pieces in their repertoire for the two concerts
Hot Streams: From Afro-pop, R&B to all-time reggae beats Five new albums across different genres, from afro-pop to reggae, R&B to country, recommended by BDLife
Shirlene Obara: Teen violinist strums classics at the Nairobi's Country Club Shirlene started playing the violin at the age of 8.
Kirk Franklin and Maverick City Music jet in for concert The African leg of the tour has seen the group perform to packed audiences in five cities.
Saint Sinner: Kenyan-born artiste Elsy Wameyo's journey to find identity comes full cirle In 2022, she released her first EP, Nilotic, an experience which exposed her to the “toxic underbelly” of the music industry.
Tanzanian nurtured Danish artiste brings an upbeat twist to Bongo Flavour in new album Sorensen has used the name Mzungu Kichaa throughout his career, even though it raises eyebrows whenever he introduces himself.
Hot streams: Five of the biggest songs this July YG Marley’s debut single Praise Jah in The Moonlight, featuring a haunting sample of Bob Marley’s Crisis from the Kaya album has been one of the biggest hits of 2024, largely due to its...
Pop star Celine Dion chronicles her journey to stardom and declining health The story of the 56-year-old superstar’s battle against the condition is chronicled in the new documentary I Am Celine Dion which premiered on Prime Video.
Award-winning US musician PJ Morton launches Africa tour album Details of PJ Morgan and Afro Orleans concert in Nairobi on September 15, 2024 are available on his official website and social media pages.
France-based singer teams up with Benga artiste in homage song In the spirit of World Music Day being observed on Friday, a musical synergy between Kenya and France will be unveiled in Nairobi.
African songstresses: Three of the fastest-rising musicians to watch out for As African music grows in global stature, many of the continent’s female artists are also rising.
Cyndi Lauper: The life and career of legendary pop singer comes in a new documentary It has been almost four decades since Cyndi Lauper recorded her signature songs.
Madaraka Day: Top 10 Kenyan musicians across the generations During this Madaraka Day weekend, BDLife celebrates 10 artistes that created era-defining sounds and whose influence has transcended generations.
Africa Day: 10 music masterpieces as continent marks 61st anniversary Africa Day is marked on May 25th as the anniversary of the formation of the Organisation of African Unity.
Jazz saxophonist who transcended music genres bows out at 78 Although he was primarily a jazz musician, Sanborn transcended the confines of the genre and played with R&B, pop and rock artists.
Kenyan pianist makes the finale in UK competition TV show Twenty-two-year-old Teddy Otieno was last Sunday picked as a finalist in the second episode of the current series of The Piano.
Congolese and Cameroonian artistes pay homage to city that moulded them Nairobi which segues into a contemporary urban groove as the distinct rumba guitar riff drives the rhythm of a French rap song.
Legendary saxophonist Kirk Whalum gets groovy in his upcoming jazz album “I appreciate jazz for sure,” says legendary American saxophonist Kirk Whalum.
30 Years of Freedom: Songs that defined South Africa’s last decades What makes South African people so special is that we sing, we dance, even when we are faced with death.
Abba: Iconic Swedish pop music band marks golden anniversary It is exactly half a century to the week a pop music phenomenon burst onto the world stage for the first time.
World of Hans Zimmer: Nairobi Chamber Chorus travels across Europe with top musicians One of Kenya’s most accomplished choral ensembles is part of a concert tour across Europe showcasing the works of the acclaimed composer of film music, Hans Zimmer.
Diana Ross: 10 of the best career-defining songs by 'The Boss' as she turned 80 The story is told of a girl born into poverty in Detroit, Michigan in 1944.
Ssaru Kenyan artist joins Apple Music's rising stars Up Next Programme Ssaru is on the trajectory to global attention after she was selected for the Up Next platform by Apple Music.
Kenyan architect wins Sh7.5 million to pursue love for music The German alcoholic drinks brand launched a fund in 2023 to find the most innovative projects.
Senator encourages women to turn scars into body art with ‘Tattoo’ Crystal Asige says artistes who use their music to comment on what is taking place in society at a given moment create a huge impact.
