The omission of those artistes from Grammy nominations suggests a persistent gap in how African music is evaluated and appreciated on the worldwide stage. The debate over the Grammys is about extra than simply awards—it’s about world recognition of Africa’s cultural and musical influence. Instead, they often prioritise international artists,
This vibrant and upbeat track is a fusion of Tanzanian and Kenyan musical styles, with Mimi Mars and Kagwe Mungai’s sultry vocals, catchy hooks, and energetic beats creating a feel-good anthem that has gained recognition across East Africa. The origins of bongo flava may be traced back to the 1990s, if not before, when a gaggle of Tanzanian bong
Taarab music is a vibrant fusion of pre-Islamic Swahili tunes introduced in rhythmic poetic type, enriched with Arab-style melodies. It is highly popular, notably among girls, and is deeply ingrained within the social lifetime of the Swahili folks alongside the coastal areas, notably in Zanzibar, Tanga, Mombasa, and Malindi along the Kenyan coast.