- On his debut Album, Oxlade intends to take fans on a journey through the diverse sounds of African Music, while introducing them to his universe; The Oxyverse. On the upcoming records, he tells stories of love, pain, joy, and hustle as he weaves through his different dimensions on Afrobeats sounds…
- Katy Perry has a “weird” bedtime ritual. The ‘Woman’s World’ singer – who has three-year-old daughter Daisy with fiance Orlando Bloom – is obsessed by her lint roller, but rather than just use the device to remove dust and debris from her clothes, she insists on rubbing it over her feet before she…
- Global sensation Spice, the Queen of Dancehall, has officially dropped her much-anticipated third studio album, Mirror 25. Released via Spice Official Entertainment and distributed through Empire, the album is already making waves, debuting as the #1 album on the Reggae iTunes chart. Mirror 25,…
- As a regular visitor to South Africa, I’ve always been struck by the deep love and pride South Africans have for their food and drink. This connection to their culinary heritage was on full display when I recently attended the Mzansi Food & Drink Show, at the Kyalami International Convention…
- As he embarks on a solo career, former Sauti Sol member has signed 2-year distribution deal with Sol Generation. The ‘Friday Feeling’ singer today Friday, August 9, released his first single ‘Do You Remember’ that precedes a series of releases the musician has lined up for the rest of the year. ‘Do…
- Internationally acclaimed producer Harmony Samuels is stepping out of behind the scenes and into the spotlight as H-Money with his latest single, “Tic Tik” featuring Nigerian superstar Reekado Banks. Delving into his Nigerian roots, H-Money is in his element on “Tic Tik” that features Reekado’s…
- Frequent colleagues and parody lovers Obinna and Dem wa FaceBook are parading their fan fiction-esque love life in the former’s new music video titled ‘Namposti’. The song, which also features rapper GoonJoe, is essentially is a coming out of the woodworks and revealing one’s lover by means on…
- Internationally renowned Jamaican artist, Konshens, is back with “Shek It” – a certified Dancehall hit produced by Costa Rica’s super producer BomboCat. The new single mixes Afro-Latin music with Konshens’s catchy melodies and demeanour. The movie-style directed music video by Rizzy brings suspense…
- H.E.R. will sing the US national anthem at the Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony. The 27-year-old star will play a key role in the festivities at the Stade de France stadium on Sunday (11.08.24) as part of the handover for the 2028 Los Angeles Games during the finale of this year’s competition,…
- Earlier this week, I was part of a select group that was lucky enough to attend an exclusive pre-premiere screening of ‘It Ends With Us’ at Westgate Mall on the 7th of August courtesy of Fox Film Group. The lines to register moved fast, the guests who consisted of avid readers and movie lovers were…
- Kesha is planning to re-record ‘TiK ToK’ once she has the “legal rights” to do so. The 37-year-old singer’s debut single is now 15 years old, and while she remains proud of the track, she is keen to give it an updated version and a new lyric which reflects the passing of time since its […]
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- Watching the Olympics on TV is as effective at burning calories as exercising. Research has found that people burn up to 540 calories while watching sport on the sofa due to the emotional exertions of cheering on their favourite athletes. A poll by energy firm EDF found that 59 per cent said…
- Yung Miami didn’t “experience” abuse from Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. The former City Girls rapper insisted she didn’t know anything about the allegations of abuse made by multiple women towards her former boyfriend – who is also under investigation for sex trafficking – and her own experiences with the…
- Jamaican dancehall sensation Shenseea is set to perform in Kenya this December at the second edition of the highly anticipated Raha Fest at Uhuru Gardens. Slated for the 31st of December, fans are eagerly awaiting the chance to see the “Hit and Run” hitmaker live, as she brings her high-energy…
- As he approaches the first anniversary of his debut album ‘The Evil Genius’, Grammy-Award winner Mr. Eazi is thrilled to unveil the music video for ‘Panadol’. The single is inspired by how men brag about their love lives, thinking they’re in control, while the woman actually holds all the power and…
- Kevin Hart has insisted his Michael Jordan feud came from a joke that was meant to be “all in fun”. The 45-year-old comedian made a joke aimed at former professional basketball player Michael, 61, during a stand-up routine and later claimed the sports star had “had an attitude” about it but has now…
- Multi-instrumentalist and singer Simon Javan Okelo is set to play the Alliance Francaise as he continues the promo run for his ‘Madaraka Vibes’ album tour. The Madaraka Festival CEO, who has been in the country to promote the new body of work, has already played shows in Kisumu and at the Geco Cafe…
- ‘A Complete Unknown’ is due to hit theatres on Christmas Day. The movie will see Timothee Chalamet portray music icon Bob Dylan and centres on the singer-songwriter’s controversial switch to electric instruments at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965 and has been scheduled for a cinematic release on…
- Connie Chiume has died at the age of 72. The actress – who was best-known for her roles in Marvel’s ‘Black Panther’ flicks and Beyonce’s musical picture ‘Black is King’ – passed away on Tuesday (06.08.24) at the Garden City Hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa, following a “medical procedure”,…
- Blake Lively felt “so lucky” to wear Britney Spears’ multi-coloured Versace dress to the premiere of her new film. The ‘Gossip Girl’ star, 36, paid tribute to the pop superstar by walking the red carpet at a screening of ‘It Ends With Us’ in New York on Tuesday (06.08.24) wearing a glitzy gown…
- Kim Kardashian has applied for a restraining order against a man she claims attempted to gain access to her home. The 43-year-old reality TV star has filed court documents asking for an order of protection to keep Melvin Jeffery Conley, 32, away from her and her family amid claims he attempted to “…
- Taylor Swift has cancelled a series of concerts in Austria following an alleged terror plot. The 34-year-old pop star was scheduled to play three gigs in the Austrian capital of Vienna, starting on Thursday (08.08.24), but those shows have now been cancelled due to a planned terrorist attack at the…
- Nelly was arrested in connection with suspected drug possession on Wednesday (07.08.24) – but his lawyer has claimed he was “targeted by an overzealous, out of line officer” and is “confident this case will go nowhere”. The 49-year-old rapper was detained in Maryland Heights, a suburb of St. Louis…
- Drake has finally confirmed his 2016 song ‘Too Good’ was inspired by his ex-girlfriend Serena Williams. The 37-year-old rapper was previously romantically linked to the tennis superstar from around 2010 to 2015, and he has now told how his and Rihanna’s 2016 tune is about him and the 42-year-old…
- Jamaican Dancehall star Vybz Kartel has recently been released from prison, bringing renewed attention to his ongoing health struggles with Graves’ disease. Over the past few years, Kartel’s health has visibly declined due to this condition, leading to noticeable changes such as an enlarged head…
- BTS star Suga has apologised after being booked for driving an electric scooter while intoxicated. The 31-year-old singer – who is currently working as a social service agent as part of his compulsory military service- has received an undisclosed fine and lost his license after being booked on…
- Kenyan Australian singer, rapper and producer, Elsy Wameyo, has released ‘Saint Sinner’- her anticipated debut album. Elsy returned home to Kenya from Australia to create the album in which she enlisted a team of producers, fellow songwriters and close connections including Wuod Omollo, Fancy…
- Films have the power to inspire, transform, and educate, offer unique perspectives on revolution. The wave of youth-led demonstrations sparked by proposed tax hikes last month, Kenyan Gen-Zs are demanding systemic changes to address poor governance is not letting up with the anticipated nane nane…
- Nick Cannon feels he belongs with Mariah Carey. The 43-year-old star was married to Mariah between 2008 and 2016, and Nick has now joked that they “belong together”. Asked if he would get back with Mariah, Nick told E! News: “We belong together. Yes, absolutely. Be stupid if I wouldn’t.” Despite…
- “Big Dawgs” by Hanumankind has truly taken the world by storm. The Indian act from is gaining global recognition and acceptance and truly making waves across the world. The song has amassed over 20M views in just 3 weeks of its release and is becoming a global phenomenon. About The Artist …
- The latest trailer for the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s 2016 best-selling novel “It Ends with Us” shines a spotlight on Blake Lively’s portrayal of the central character, Lily Bloom. The preview offers viewers a glimpse into Lily’s burgeoning romance with the charming neurosurgeon Ryle…
- French pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati’s recent Olympic performance made headlines after his noticeable endowment halted his chance for a medal. In a surprising twist, adult entertainment company CamSoda seized the opportunity to offer Ammirati a lucrative deal. They proposed $250,000 for a one-hour…
- Tanzanian music star Diamond Platnumz has reached a significant milestone with his latest release, “Komasava” remix. This track has made waves by becoming the first Tanzanian song to make it onto the esteemed Billboard charts in the U.S. “Komasava” has debuted at number 39 on the Billboard U.S.…
- Connie Chiume, the acclaimed South African actress known for her roles in Black Panther and Black Is King, has passed away at the age of 72. The news was confirmed by her family through a statement posted on her verified Instagram account. The statement shared by the Chiume family expressed their…
- People born within a 30-year window are at a higher risk of developing 17 different types of cancer. Researchers analyzed tens of millions of cancer diagnoses across 34 categories of the disease and found that individuals from Generation X (born between 1965 and 1985) and millennials (born between…
- Lauryn Hill and The Fugees have seemingly cancelled their planned US ‘Miseducation Anniversary Tour’ concerts. The dates have been taken down from Live Nation and Ticketmaster, with fans sharing their emails to apply for refunds from the latter ticket selling site. The emails read: “Unfortunately,…
- Drake has surprised fans by uploading 100 gigabytes of data to a new website – including three new tracks. On the site, 100gigs.org, there is a folder titled ‘NEW’ containing the tunes ‘It’s Up’, ‘Blue Green Red’ and ‘Housekeeping Knows’. The former features fellow rapper Young Thug, ‘Housekeeping…
- Taylor Swift leads the list of nominees for the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs). The 34-year-old singer – who won seven VMAs in 2023 – has received ten nominations in total, including eight for ‘Fortnight’, her collaboration with Post Malone. ‘Fortnight’ is in contention for the Video of the Year…
- In a spectacular display of storytelling and performance, the renowned Kenyan theatre crew “Too Early for Birds” brought history to life with their latest production this August at the Jain Bhavan Auditorium, Loresho. The three-day show, which sold out to enthusiastic audiences, offered a fresh,…
- British star Debbie returns with her beautiful new single “Feeling of Love,” a heartfelt and defiant message about the emotions that follow finding true love. Debbie is joined by South Africa-based collective The Joy, who contribute their distinctive and euphoric vocals. Known for their genre-…
- The Weeknd has posted a haunting music trailer. After recently providing fans with a two-minute preview of new music, Abel Tesfaye has shared a clip of an animated little boy – seemingly left abandoned – outside in the garden of an empty house in a thunderstorm. The ‘Blinding Lights’ hitmaker sings…
- Ben Affleck and Matt Damon are reuniting with Gus Van Sant for their Hulk Hogan film. The long time friends will join forces with the ‘Good Will Hunting’ director for their upcoming movie about the controversial WWE Hall of Fame wrestler. ‘Killing Gawker’ will follow the 70-year-old star’s infamous…
- Chloë Bailey will release her second album, ‘Trouble In Paradise’, on Friday (09.08.24). The 26-year-old pop star has reunited with her sister, Halle Bailey, 24, on the track ‘Want Me’, on the follow-up to 2023’s ‘In Pieces’, which marks their first duet since their joint 2020 album ‘Ungodly Hour…
- Serena Williams claimed she was “denied access” to a rooftop restaurant during the Paris Olympics. The 42-year-old retired tennis ace was left a disgruntled customer when she couldn’t have a meal at the Michelin-starred The Peninsula, L’Oiseau Blanc in the French capital amid the summer games.…
- Kenyan businesswoman Michelle Ntalami is celebrating a significant milestone—one year of sobriety. In an Instagram post on Monday, August 5, 2024, the Marini Naturals founder reflected on her journey and the positive changes since quitting alcohol. “Today I celebrate one year of sobriety! Imagine…
- Popular American singer Justin Timberlake has entered a plea of not guilty to charges of driving while intoxicated. This plea was made during a virtual court appearance last week, during which a judge ruled that Timberlake’s driver’s license should be suspended in New York. The incident leading to…
- Top influencer Murugi Munyi has announced the decision to close down her Greenhouse Mall-based store, Wild by Murugi. In an Instagram Live session to her followers, the content creator informed fans that she intends on closing down the clothing retail business that she opened about two years ago.…
- Over the weekend, all the roads led to Two Rivers Mall for the much-awaited Mr. and Miss World Kenya ceremony on Saturday night, April 3. Marking its return after a hiatus for a few years, the event was sure as hell bound to make a mark and cement its place as the most prestigious beauty […]
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- A Berlin company is offering people the chance to be cryogenically frozen after their deaths. The scheme from the Tomorrow Bio firm is thought to be the first of its kind in Europe and allows people to be frozen for as long as it takes for scientists to figure out a way to revive them […]
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- Frequent collaborators Bien and Bensoul have the internet in a frenzy with new sizzling collaborative effort dubbed ‘Extra Pressure’. On Bensoul’s newly released album, the As is characteristic with lots of Kenyans on social media, the catchy number is plastered all over their social media posts,…
