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East African Music

East African music is a vibrant and diverse genre that blends traditional sounds with contemporary influences, creating infectious rhythms and soulful melodies. Characterized by rich vocal harmonies, intricate percussions, and the fusion of Afrobeat, Benga, Taarab, and Swahili pop, the genre showcases the region’s cultural depth. Artists often incorporate modern R&B, hip-hop, and dance hall elements while maintaining the authenticity of local languages and storytelling. Whether through uplifting beats or heartfelt ballads, East African music embodies a dynamic spirit that resonates across the continent and beyond.

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Ankali
Single - Released September 20, 2025

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Adam Solomon
Ado Josan
Akes Don
Ali Birra
Bilpam
CHARLES KIVOVON
CLANSMEN UG
Easy Boy Mutama W'ubuki
Elisha Elai
Felix Chege
Gisma Wandira
Golden Star Modern Taarab
Iano Ranking
J.P. Muiruri Ndungu
Jay Melody
Kelvine Scapla
Magic Mukiibi
Mighty Popo
Miss Erica
Mista champagne
Mr Much Enga
Njara Marcel
Peter Msechu
Pwani Sound Modern Taarab
Rigga
Swangz All-Star
Tetero Laurette
Tizitaw Samuel
Tushauriane Modern Taarab
Wendy Cathalina
Jay Melody
Gisma Wandira
Ali Birra
Mighty Popo
Tizitaw Samuel
Iano Ranking
Ado Josan
Mr Much Enga
Rigga
Wendy Cathalina
Adam Solomon
Felix Chege
Easy Boy Mutama W'ubuki
Elisha Elai
Njara Marcel
Tetero Laurette
Pwani Sound Modern Taarab
Tushauriane Modern Taarab
Kelvine Scapla
Miss Erica
Magic Mukiibi
Bilpam
CLANSMEN UG
Mista champagne
Golden Star Modern Taarab
Peter Msechu
Swangz All-Star
J.P. Muiruri Ndungu
Akes Don
CHARLES KIVOVON