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Artist Spotlight: K4 Kanali, Gengetone act who is carving a path to greatness

Posted on by David Kingsley

The first time I heard K4 Kanali sing was when Gwaash teamed up with him, Retro and Yung on Katambe. He is the guy on the first verse which goes like, “Danse danse na baby ukichoka wacha nikudare tukikata kakwota…”

Also read: Gengetone is still alive, kind of

K4 Kanali did the hook on the same track and boy, he really brought his A-game. Apart from his impeccable flow, he sang his verse in a unique deep bass that is just interesting to listen to.

K4 Kanali

Since then, I’ve morphed into a big fan of K4 Kanali as he has continued to surprise me with his subsequent releases or the songs that he has been featured on.

Some of the songs include; Juu Chini, 2 By 2, Doba Na Jing, Ikebe, Shots, Pull Up Na Mali, Bad Manners and Patia where he worked with Kappy (Team Ganji), Iano Ranking (Wakali Wao) and Gwaash.

Also read: New-age musicians have killed Nigerian music and that’s a huge win

Believe you me this lad is really talented. He has a unique ability of matching random words and making rhymes that will leave you scratching your head as you try to make sense of what he just said.

To add to that, he has some dope punchlines. However, for some weird reason he’s not as big as he should be. Maybe it is because the industry is slow to recognize real talent but I believe his time is coming.

If you are into Gengetone, like myself, then K4 Kanali is one artist you should watch out for because he’s destined for greatness.

Watch Patia below and tell us what you think.

Gwaash drops new banger ‘Patia’ alongside Kappy, Iano Ranking and K4 Kanali (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

Celebrated Kenyan singer Martin Wagura, better known as Fatboy Gwaash or Gwaash, has dropped a new track with K4Kanali, Iano Ranking and Kappy and it’s a big tune.

Also read: Gengetone is still alive, kind of

The jam titled Patia was inspired by a speeech made Raila Odinga where he was comparing Kamba women with who will give you ‘something’ once they assure you that they will. This song is definitely not for prudes.

Iano Ranking

I have listened to this song a couple of times since it came out and every time I listen to it, it’s like I am hearing it for the very first time. Yup, it’s that’s good.

One of the reasons why I love Gengetone and the artists behind it is because of their sheer creativity. These guys can come up with random rhymes and it’s just awesome to listen to them as they play around with words.

The first verse by Iano Ranking, who is one half of Wakali Wao is sick. He’s such a dope lyricist and to add to that, he some great punchlines.

Team Ganji’s Kappy also brought his A-game on Patia. I totally love his musical prowess. His flow is flawless and you just want to keep listening to him as he goes about his business.

K4Kanali
K4Kanali

If you ask me, I’ll tell you that K4Kanali had the best verse on this track. His lyrics are so dope so much so that it will make you wish he had been given a few more seconds. Wait, does it have everything to do with his unique voice?

As expected, Gwaash also aced it. He also has an impeccable flow though I must admit that sometimes I feel like he is talking through his verse rather than singing.

Kappy

The beat is also on point. Other than the fact that it’s very catchy, which simply means that you might get up to dance as you listen to this song, I loved how it blends well with the voices and tempos of the artists.

About the video, I don’t really know. Not that I have any problem with it but I feel like the shaking of derrieres and low-quality visuals is becoming too cliche. Anyway, big up to Gwaash, Kappy, K4 Kanali and VDJ Jones.

Watch Patia below and tell us what you think.

Team Ganji drops sizzling track ‘Nane’ (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

I’ve been listening to a jam dubbed Nane by Team Ganji over the last few days and I must say that they keep getting better and better.

Also read: Gengetone is still alive, kind of

Listen, if you chose not to concentrate on the risque things that they are singing about, you will actually  realize how talented these youngsters are.

Team Ganji is made up of Kappy, who happens to be my favourite, Esco, Jabaluta and Kush and if you ask me, these chaps are badass. They are probably the biggest Gengetone artists but don’t tell anyone I said that.

Team Ganji

Nane has some sick verses that will make you appreciate Gengetone. The song just flows because the artists did not have to try so hard to show their fans how creative they are.

Take for instance Kappy, his ability to play around with words is unmatched. You just want to keep listening to him because it just seems like the most obvious thing to do.

The other members of the group are also impeccable. Of the remaining three, I must say that I was really impressed by Kush. His verse was out of this world.

Odi Wa Murang'a
Odi Wa Murang’a

The other two are also dope. In my opinion, Esco is the Swat Mtoto Wa Eunice of this group while Jabaluta sort of sounds like Odi Wa Murang’a but then again maybe it’s just me.

The beat on this track is dope. It slaps so hard and kind of makes you want to hit the club. However, this does not come as a surprise seeing as it was made by the baddest producer around and that is Hitman Kaht.

About the video, I don’t really know. Not that I have any problem with it but I feel like the shaking of derrieres and low-quality visuals is becoming too cliche. Anyway, big up Team Ganji.

Listen to Nane below and tell us what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-bgfOkfT8o

Gwaash teams up with K4Kanali and Kappy on ‘Patia’ and it’s a big tune (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

Celebrated Kenyan singer Martin Wagura, better known as Fatboy Gwaash or Gwaash, has dropped a new track with K4Kanali and Kappy and we are really feeling it.

Also read: Gwaash is exactly what Kenyan music industry needs

The jam titled Patia was inspired by a speeech made Raila Odinga where he was comparing Kamba women with who will give you ‘something’ once they assure you that they will. This song is definitely not for prudes.

K4Kanali
K4Kanali

I have listened to this song a couple of times since it came out and every time I listen to it, it’s like I am hearing it for the very first time. Yup, it’s that’s good.

One of the reasons why I love Gengetone and the artists behind it is because of their sheer creativity. These guys can really rhymes and it’s just awesome to listen to them as they play around with words.

The first verse by Kappy is on point. I totally love his musical prowess. His flow is flawless and you just want to keep listening to him as he goes about his business.

Gwaash
Gwaash

If you ask me, I’ll tell you that K4Kanali had the best verse on this track. His lyrics are so dope so much so that it will make you wish he had been given a few more seconds.

As expected, Gwaash also aced it. He also has an impeccable flow although I must admit that sometimes I feel like he is talking through his verse rather than singing.

The beat is also on point. Other than the fact that it’s very catchy, which simply means that you might get up to dance as you listen to this song, I loved how it blends well with the voices and tempos of the artists.

Listen to Patia below and tell us what you think. Enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjqHoNRFfmE

Maddox drops new banger with Joefes and Kappy dubbed ‘Pose Za Kunguru’ (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

Edu Maddox, who is one third of Rieng hitmakers Boondocks Gang, has released a new jam alongside Joefes (Mbuzi Gang) and Kappy (Team Ganji) and it slaps so hard.

Also read: New-age musicians have killed Nigerian music and that’s a huge win

The song dubbed Pose Za Kunguru, which means a reven’s pose, has been ruling the airwaves since it came out a few days ago and to be honest we also love it or we would not be reviewing it, would we?

Listening to this track made me appreciate the creativity of these youngsters as well as the evolution of Genge music because it takes you back to the early 2000s when the likes of Jua Cali and Nonini were a big deal.

Joefes
Joefes

I had a difficult time determining who is who on this jam since they kind of sound the same. Anyway, I must say that the guys first verse verse as well as the last did a good job.

I strongly believe that the two are Joefes and Maddox. Well, I could also be wrong but the truth is that I totally loved how they were playing around with words and making effortless rhymes.

The hook on this track is also very catchy and you are likely to master it after listening to it once. The beat is so dope so much so that you will retain this jam on your playlist for a very long time.

Listen to Pose Za Kunguru below and tell us what you think.