Author: Frank Ntambi

Vector Tha Viper is a Nigerian rapper born and raised in Lagos. I describe Vector’s artistry as well-crafted. He pays close attention to the detail in his storytelling while making political statements in his rhymes. None of his music videos are the same- each of them portrays a different message representing his culture and artistry. […]

15 minutes away by K’naan is a song that many immigrants especially those from the African Diaspora can relate too. It talks about the struggles that people endure in foreign countries while trying to create a better life for themselves. The basis of this struggle is emphasized when K’naan dives into the stress of waiting […]

The telenovela that Uganda’s music industry has many recurring tropes: triumphant rags to riches tales, suspicious industry plants, and loveable one-hit wonders — but nothing creates drama quite like a juicy beef. Today, Uganda’s music industry’s point of entry is wider than ever, and with the market oversaturated with the likes of TV stars, Actors, […]

Michael Jackson and Eminem are two of the music world’s biggest icons, hence many fans were shocked to learn that the King of Pop once bought the rights to the Detroit rapper’s music catalog. Michael Jackson and Eminem’s music catalogs are worth millions. The two artists have both left a big mark on the music […]

It’s no secret that the “femcees” of Kenyan hip hop have been dominating the industry and redefining gender roles with performances over the past decade that deliver both hard bars and poetic lyricism. But, there’s one artist on the scene that has been steadily climbing the charts and mastering her craft at unprecedented rates: Monski. […]