APRIL 2021
Issue: No. 243
Since 2000
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Parroty
PB: INTRODUCE YOURSELF P: It’s your boy Parroty a.k.a Voice Killer a.k.a Mr Vunulu representing Wanati Culture. PB: WHEN DID YOU KNOW YOU WANTED TO GET INTO MUSIC? P: I used to sing in Church when I was young. I also actively participated in the School Drama Festivals and that is when I really got into music. PB: WHO ARE YOUR MUSICAL INFLUENCES? P: I love the Kenyan Sound. Genge & Kapuka played a big role in our Culture. My main influences are Kenyan artists :- Nonini, Juacali. DNA and the legendary Producer, Clemmo PB: DO YOU HAVE A FORMAL TRAINING AS A MUSICIAN? P: No, I used to free style in the Streets. I guess that’s Training for the Wanati Culture. PB: HOW HAS LIFE BEEN DURING THE PANDEMIC? P: It has been tough as we used to depend on shows as artists but Since COVID-19 hit and cancellation of shows, we have had to look for other ways to survive. WE learnt that we could sell our Music Online which has been a success and finally our Music is now Global. PB: TELL US MORE ABOUT YOUR JOURNEY AS AN ARTIST P: I started singing in church after High School. I then joined Grandpa Records but it did not work out so I left. Later I was signed to Pacho Entertainment by Naiboi and I learnt a lot about being an artist. Along the way, I was introduced to DMORE from Ochungulo Family where we formed Wanati with aim of uplifting more artists from the streets. This journey has helped us discover so much talent Including: Addi Chokoch, Ssaru, Kappy and Vintage Clan. As the Wanati Culture, most of our singles have been Number 1 on the Chats. This singles include, Lewa, Nyonya, Sambusa, Pu Pu Pu and Tuko Locked. PB: ANY LIFE LESSONS YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE? P: Yes! God things do not come easy You must work hard and dedicate yourself for you to be successful and to reach your goal. PB: ANY WORDS OF WISDOM YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE ? P: Siri ya life ni kuanguka mara saba but kusimama mara nane. PB: ANYTHING NEW WE SHOULD SHARE? P: Yes. Look our for my First Album later this year that features a lot of amazing artists. PB: LAST WORDS? P: We appreciate the love and support from our fans who have supported us through buying our merchandise and songs. Thank you. Wanati Washatii.
Parroty Vunulu
@Parroty_vunulu
@Parroty_vunulu
Interview by Njeri Kimani | Photo courtesy of Parroty
NASTY C
South African rapper, songwriter, and producer with a breezy flow, Nasty C (Nsikayesizwe David Junior Ngcobo) earned accolades in 2018 for his trap-influenced sophomore effort, Strings and Bling, which brought home two South African Music Awards and a pair of All Africa Music Awards. In 2020 he inked a deal with Def Jam and issued the single “There They Go”, marking his debut in the United States. Born in Diepkloof, a borough of Soweto, Johannesburg, Nasty developed his love for rap and learned basic production techniques from his older brother Siyabonga. In 2012 he released his debut mixtape, One Kid, A Thousand Coffins, at the age of 15. His first EP, L.A.M.E (Levitating Above My Enemies), arrived two years later, with the Price City mixtape appearing in 2015. The release spawned his first hit single, “Juice Back,” which earned Nasty the Best Freshman trophy at that year’s South African Hip-Hop Awards, making him the youngest recipient to date. The following year saw the release of the single “Hell Naw,” which appeared on his chart-topping debut album, Bad Hair, which included guest spots from Omari Hardwick, Tshego, Tellaman, Erick Rush, and Rowlene. Bad Hair Extensions, an extended version of the LP that added four new tracks and a feature by American hip-hop recording artist French Montana, arrived later that year. Nasty went widescreen in 2018 with the release of his sophomore LP, Strings and Bling, which was released on Universal. Lauded as one of the best rap efforts of the year by multiple outlets, the album included the hit singles “Jungle,” “Legendary,” and “King,” the latter of which featured a guest appearance from New York rapper A$AP Ferg. Lost Files, an EP of unfinished projects and early versions of previously released tracks, arrived in early 2020, as did the news that Nasty had signed with American hip-hop behemoth Def Jam. His first single for the label, “There They Go,” was released later that March, with plans to issue his third full-length outing, Zulu Man with Some Power, later that summer.
Nasty C SA
@nasty_csa
www.nastyc.africa
Deejay Gogez Deejay Gogez @deejaygogez254 @deejaygogez254
PB: INTRODUCE YOURSELF.
Deejay Gogez: My name is George Mutiso aka DJ Gogez aka Mr.Interkwakaring,. I am an Entertainer, Executive musical Director and a Disk jockey. PB: HOW HAS LIFE BEEN DURING THE COVID-19?
Deejay Gogez: The strict measures put in place i.e. having a mask at all times and keeping social distance have been the most challenging adjustments to make as our industry strives on crowds and close interactions with fans and clientele , but positively this season has been a wakeup call mostly to me and most creatives to diversify and innovate new ideas to entertain. PB: HOW HAVE YOU BEEN HANDLING POSTPONEMENTS AND RESCHEDULING?
Deejay Gogez: It has been tough coming to terms with the postponement and mostly cancelation of shows, but I’ve learned to adapt and embrace online deejaying , mixtape production and distribution mostly during Lockdown and after curfew hours. PB: HOW ARE YOU WORKING ON YOUR BUSINESS DURING THIS TIME?
Deejay Gogez: Currently I’m working on my Album (Third Flow) which will be available in September 2021 with the 1st song just released featuring Elani, Jegede, Kabagazi and Jerry Ogalo You can view https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MD6S7_ExNvM PB: ANY LIFE LESSONS LEARNT DURING THE PANDEMIC AND WOULD LIKE TO SHARE
Deejay Gogez: Prayer , Patience and Consistency are the key to Success. PB: ANY FUTURE PLANS IN RELATIONS TO THE NEW NORMAL?
Deejay Gogez: More Music, More Vibes and mentoring new and upcoming Deejays and musicians PB: ANY WORDS OF WISDOM FOR ALL LOOKING TO BE A DEEJAY?
Deejay Gogez: Accept criticism, understand and research your target audience and be the best version of You. PB: ANY LAST WORD?
Deejay Gogez: If you BELIEVE IT , PURSUE IT and you will ACHIEVE it.
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