Silver Star Modern Taarab

Silver Star Modern Taarab is a vibrant Kenyan taarab music group known for its contemporary take on the traditional East African genre. They have released a series of albums titled "Silver Star Modern Taarab," spanning at least six volumes, showcasing their rich and rhythmic sound that blends Swahili poetry and taarab instrumentation with modern influences. Their music enjoys popularity in Kenya and the broader East African region, carrying on the taarab legacy with fresh energy and compelling storytelling through song.

The band’s work features classic taarab elements—such as violins, percussion, and poetic lyrics—while appealing to today's audiences with accessible melodies and modern production. Silver Star Modern Taarab has a sizable catalog of songs like "Wamesema Mchana" and others that reflect the social and cultural life of the Swahili coast. They are known for their engaging performances and have successfully carved out a niche in the taarab scene, connecting the traditional with the contemporary beautifully.