Amos Robi

Embarking on a journey in the music industry is never easy, and for fast-rising rapper Kalasinga, it has been a rollercoaster of ups and downs.

Emerging from the vibrant streets of Nairobi, Kalasinga, an up-and-coming rapper, has begun carving a niche in the Kenyan music scene with his latest collaboration, 'Diss na Drill,' featuring the renowned Buruklyn Boyz.

His journey into music, fueled by passion and necessity, mirrors the highs and lows typical of the creative world, where dreams often clash with reality.

From a young age, Kalasinga's passion for music burned bright, fueled by both artistic inspiration and the pressing need to generate income in the face of unemployment.

Influenced by the emerging genres of gengetone and drill music, Kalasinga found inspiration in artists like Mbogi Genje for gengetone and Wakadinali and Buruklyn Boyz for drill beats. Clemmo's prominence in the industry further fueled his ambition.

"My biggest influences were the new wave of music gengetone and drill music.Mbogi genje for gengetone and wakadinali and buruklyn boys for the drill beat.Also Clemmo being renowned in the music industry was a big influence," he told this writer.

Determined to make his mark in the drill music scene, Kalasinga sought to explore the genre in a fresh, innovative way. His track 'Diss na Drill' is a testament to his real-life experiences and serves as a rallying cry for others to pursue their dreams relentlessly.

"The song is inspired by real life experiences with the target to encourage the people to keep chasing their dreams and use their talent without limitations," says Kalasinga.

A voracious consumer of diverse musical genres, Kalasinga's creative process involves experimenting with beats from his producer and drawing from the tapestry of his life experiences.

This approach has birthed 'CHAFUTONE'—a unique blend of rhythms and genres that promises to redefine Kenyan music.

Looking ahead, Kalasinga has ambitious plans to release an EP titled 'Rada Fulani,' which promises to incorporate a range of sounds and genres.

An album is also on the horizon, signalling his commitment to pushing boundaries and making waves in the Kenyan music scene.

Despite financial challenges along the way, Kalasinga has navigated through with the support of friends and family who share his vision.

His unwavering determination and innate talent drive him forward, poised to leave an indelible mark on the Kenyan music industry.

Kalasinga's track 'Diss na Drill' featuring Buruklyn Boyz is a testament to his real-life experiences and serves as a rallying cry for others to pursue their dreams relentlessly

Breaking boundaries - Rapper Kalasinga's unique sound & inspirational journey

In a significant move to support and celebrate Kenya's vibrant music scene, U.S. music and audio streaming platform Audiomack is extending its 'Keep the Beat Going' campaign to the local scene.

This campaign, which initially launched in Nigeria, Ghana, and Tanzania in the previous year and expanded to South Africa in March 2023, aims to empower local creatives and inspire listeners to explore new music from the region.

The campaign in Kenya is set to encompass a wide range of exclusive content and playlists that will spotlight major artists in the Kenyan music landscape. These artists include Bensoul, Bien, Boutross, Breeder, Buruklyn Boyz, Nadia Mukami, Nikita Kering, Nyashinski, and Trio Mio.

BenSoul, one of the featured artists, expressed his enthusiasm for the campaign and the potential for Kenyan music to reach global heights.

"I see us selling out stadiums outside, selling out stadiums in the African continent and everywhere in the world.

"I feel like we have that potential considering the number of artists that I've seen now that grow in terms of their mind, in terms of their sound, in terms of who they are, we're getting there for sure for sure," he noted

Audiomack's Vice President of Marketing &amp; Brand Strategy, Charlotte Bwana, shed light on the campaign's purpose noting that the 'Keep the Beat Going' campaign is a way of further connecting the Audiomack audience to the diverse world of Kenyan music.

Rapper Trio Mio who is also featured in the campaign, shared his optimism about Kenyan music's future, saying, "I see Kenyans loving, appreciating, and supporting our own Kenyan music. It's only a matter of time."

In addition to exclusive content, the campaign includes creator workshops, custom playlists, digital advertisements, and strategic partnerships, all designed to foster the growth and recognition of artists from Kenya and beyond.

'Keep the Beat Going' campaign comes to Kenya following its launch in Nigeria, Ghana, and Tanzania last year followed by South Africa in March 2023.

Boutross, Nikita Kering, Trio Mio and Nadia Mukami

Audiomack to feature 9 Kenyan artists in ‘Keep The Beat Going’ campaign [List]

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