Sauti Sol’s recent announcement of an “indefinite hiatus” from group projects raises the question: which musical acts will step up to fill their shoes?
Kenya boasts several talented boy bands consistently delivering exceptional music but here are two boy band groups that may soon replace Sauti Sol as the face of Kenyan music;
With roots in Mathare in Nairobi, the boy band has consistently delivered good music about life. The duo is composed of Tuku Kantu, a seasoned singer and songwriter, and Spikes Mshairi, a rapper with a solid poetic influence.
They are well known for their hit songs; Sasa Hivi and Romantic Call. Sasa Hivi went viral on TikTok and took the East African music scene by storm even before its official release. Several celebrities lauded them for their work, media personality, and Lang’ata MP referred to them as the ‘modern-day Sauti Sol’, a sentiment that might just come true. The boys in the band pride themselves in writing and producing music with more profound lyrics and different from other musicians in the country.
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Started in 2016 and based in Norway, the five-member boy band has since been on a fast rise in the Kenyan music scene writing, singing, and producing versatile music. The group boasts of its members being multitalented and producing music in different genres and languages.
The Gengetone Love hitmakers have established themselves as a Kenyan sound that transcends barriers. They are loved by their fans for their electrifying live performances with incredible choreography which can be attributed to members of the group being dancers before venturing into singing. With hits like “Siko Fiti,” Matata has established itself as a force to be reckoned with in the Kenyan music industry. Despite being based abroad, they have a solid Kenyan fanbase and their versatility could be all they need to replace Sauti Sol as the face of the Kenyan music scene.
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As Sauti Sol embarks on the ‘hiatus’, Vijana Barubaru and Matata emerge as promising torchbearers, ready to ignite the music scene with a wave of brilliance. These captivating boy bands not only exude incredible talent but also possess the power to captivate audiences both locally and internationally. With their unique styles and unwavering dedication to crafting exceptional music, they are poised to become the vanguards of Kenyan music, leaving an indelible mark on the industry for years to come.
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