The Kenyan music industry has grown tremendously over the years, from the days of Ogopa Deejays, when studios used to be part of a small house and shooting a music video was not that expensive.
Other than that, the types and genres of music have also changed in terms of lyrics, beats, and style of singing, and from years back, we had music genres like Genge, Kapuka, and others.
So many artistes, both secular and gospel have emerged in the last couple of years, with more up and coming musicians ruling the airwaves, including Hip Hop, with the like of Octopizzo, Khaligraph Jones and Timmy Tdat.
But if you used to love songs from veteran Kenyan artistes like E-Sir, Mercy Myra, I'm sure you miss out on some of them and you wouldn't mind seeing them on stage. (Rest in peace E-sir)
Well, instead of solo artistes, let's take a look at some of the greatest groups from back in the day that we truly miss because of their massive hits. Check them out below.
1. Deux Vultures
This was one of the most popular boy bands back in the day, made up of two rappers, Colonel Mustafa ( Daudi Mustapha) and Nasty Thomas (Thomas Konzanga). The duo was known for their hit songs like; Mona Lisa, Kinyaunyau, Katika, Mfupi, Adhiambo and more.
2. Tattuu
This all-girl group was one of the finest in East Africa during their days on the spotlight. Tatuu was made up of three stunning ladies, Debbie Asila, Angie Ndambuki, Angela 'Shinde' Mwandanda. Some of their top songs included; Haiya, Songea, Daima, Solophobia, Come back, Napepea, Solophobia, Parapanda etc.
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3. Kleptomaniax
This was undoubtedly the biggest and most celebrated groups in the 90s. The band consisted of three talented rappers; Roba (Robert Manyasa), Collo (Collins Majale) and Nyashinski (Nyamari Ongegu). They wowed the crowd with songs like; Tuendelee, Maniax Anthem, Haree, Magnetic, Swing Swing just to mention a few.
4. Gidi Gidi Maji Maji
This Hip-Hop group was popularly known for its song Unbwogable after it was used as a campaign song. The duo made up of Gidi Gidi (Joseph Oyoo) and Maji Maji (Julius Owino) who rapped both in Dholuo, Swahili and some English. Other songs include; Ting Badi Malo, Many Faces, Atoti, Nyako Aheri etc.
5. Boomba Clan
Remember a popular song dubbed Chonga Viazi? Yes, this is the boy band that sang that popular track and are remembered for their creativity in terms of their comical lyrics and music videos. Boomba clan was made up of Viq, Thome, Phillo, Erico and Peter. Other hit songs from the group are; Don’t Touch My Car, African Timer, Sina Habari, Meet my Parents which were club anthems.