Madaraka Day: Maroon Commandos The Most Played Band In Kenya’s Holidays

Maroon Commandos. Amka Kumekucha. Uvivu ni adui mkubwa. The first set of thoughts, that occupies the mind of every millennial and Gen Z are the great memories they had when their parents played their songs.

Maroon Commandos is a Kenyan musical group that has performed in every state function and holiday, entertaining Kenyans with great cool, and soothing music.

It is a military band of the Kenya Army. They are based at the Langata Barracks in Langata, Nairobi. The group performs benga, rumba, and other styles of music.

They perform both original and cover versions. The band plays often at state functions.

The group was formed in 1970 by bandleader Habel Kifoto and some other members. Some of their most popular songs include Emily, Shika Kamba, Kasuku, Christina, Charonyi ni Wasi, and Amka.

Their most popular song is Amka published 12 years ago and has been played by the main media stream over decades.

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Maroon Commandos have been consistent as they perform covers and own writings. They are known for their cool music rendition and style of writing that seeks to have their motivating messages and lyrics clear.

Is there a band that will replace and step into their shoes, leave alone match their legacy?

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