Taurus Musik’s new signee Gin Ideal has dropped yet another summer feel good song just three months after releasing the club banger ‘Shuga’. The new summer jam titled ‘Balance it’ features Nigerian’s king of Pam Pam Ketchup. The song was produced by Kenya’s number one producer and the beat King, Magix Enga. The tune which was dropped on the 27^th of August is set to be dropping the greatest feel good video mid-September.

The video was shot by Nigerian renowned Director Stanz Visuals at a prime location in Lavington area Nairobi. 

The video has a good vibe summer feel with a party scene throughout the video.

Here is the list of this week top 10 music chart in Coast courtesy of Pwani fm.

10. Nyota sina - Susumila
9. Zagada - BrownMauzo
8. Baby Love - Otile Brown
7. Hello - Nyashinski
6. Toto - Spizzo Ndanah & k force
5. Level - BekaTheBoy ft Petra
4. Saga - Bawazir
3. Sunshine Gal - Frankie Dee 
2. Nyang'a - Dazlah 
1. Sham Sham - DullyMelody ft Noti Flow

The 15th anniversary celebrations of the annual Sports Personality of the Year Awards (SOYA) will be held in Mombasa County, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the County Government.

The event, held Tuesday at the Governor's office in Mombasa will not only see the County host the gala but also partner with SOYA in initiatives that will promote nurturing the uptake of sports disciplines such as water sports and beach games as Kenya looks to increase its portfolio and build a competitive edge in the sporting arena.

Speaking at the ceremony, SOYA Founder, Dr. Paul Tergat noted that the potential of the SOYA event growing to become a phenomenon in the East African region and beyond is huge and needs to be supported.

"We are very excited that SOYA has grown in leaps and bounds over the years. We owe this to our dear partners led by our title sponsor safaricom who have believed in our mission and continuously support this initiative. More so, today we are happy to partner with Mombasa County in this novel idea to host the SOYA awards outside Nairobi County," he said.

He also noted the importance of having the celebrations across the county as a way of promoting the country through sports tourism.

"Most of our sportsmen and women have traveled far and wide across continents world over. However, they also need to equally visit the other parts of their country. I, therefore, believe we need to partner with counties to host this event across the country as a way to showcase the treasures we have and promote sports tourism in Kenya using our brand ambassadors," he went on to say.

On his part, an elated H.E. Governor Ali Hassan Joho said that hosting SOYA@15, a premier initiative outside Nairobi was an honor and great privilege.

"We are honored to partner with you in an initiative that not only promotes sports but pays tribute to our sports personalities who ably fly our flag high be it locally, nationally or internationally," he noted.

He noted the importance of a partnership such as this as it will motivate the upcoming sportspersons from the county and beyond to nurture and grow their talent as they venture into various novel sports activities for leisure and as a career as well.

"We the people of Mombasa County welcome SOYA here and we are looking forward to hosting a great event and welcome the people who have traditionally attended the event to visit Mombasa for the event. We will provide the necessary support to ensure we grow the number of sports persons, enthusiasts, participants and fans in various unique sports activities that we have to offer," he said.

Present to witness were representatives from the event’s title sponsors, Safaricom PLC led by the leading mobile telephony Company’s Head of Department, Coast region, Mr. James Maitai.

 “As a brand, Safaricom is extremely proud of the growth we have seen since the inaugural SOYA Awards. We have been a part of SOYA's birth, growth and development from the start. We are very excited that this noble initiative that Paul Tergat started 15 years ago is now moving from its traditional home in Nairobi. We are looking forward to a great partnership during the awards here in Mombasa in the January 2019,” said Mr. Maitai.

The event is scheduled for January 2018

Low cost carrier, Silverstone Air has launched its new morning flights from Mombasa to Nairobi.

This brings the total number of destinations served by the airline to 8 within Kenya including the pioneer Kisumu to Mombasa direct flights.

The early morning flight will be departing Mombasa at 0630hrs to arrive at Wilson Airport Nairobi at 0740hrs.

The new move by the airline was welcomed by different stakeholders including Mombasa Governor Hassan Joho who was the chief guest at the launch. Joho encouraged other investors to also consider investing in the Mombasa market arguing this will be a big boost to the tourism industry.

"Such investments need to be encouraged and as the county Government we will make sure that we fully support these investments " said the Governor.

"One of the main reason that has also made me attend this launch is the fact that you have complied with our directive of the white and blue colour" joked Joho.

On his part the Chairman of the Kenya Tourism Federation Mohammed Hersi challenged the airline to also consider flying in other countries like Juba.

The Mombasa debut flights coincides with two key global meetings that are set to be held in Mombasa, the International Association of Maritime Economists (IAME) and the World Skal Congress.

There were also performances from different artists including Akothee, Otile Brown, Dazalah Kiduche and Susumila with comedians Jalango and Fred Omongi being the MCs at the launch.

The airline started its operations in the country in 2017.

The 6th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) went down on Saturday in Lagos, Nigeria.

The event was graced by different African celebrities.

For the first time Kenyans defeated their Nollywood counterparts to emerge  winners in various categories including the Best Actress in a comedy and TV series which went to Nyce Wanjeri (Shiro) of Auntie Boss.

Mark Maina beat won the Best Picture Editor award for the movie '18 hours'.

Phoebe Ruguru  scooped two awards,  the Best Overall Movie award and the Best Movie award in East Africa for the same movie.

Another Kenyan Dennis Wanjohi Maina won the  Best Documentary category for the  'The flesh business ' documentary.

The nominees were competing in 27 different categories seven of which were open for viewers to vote and choose the winners while 20 winners were decided by the AMVCA panel of judges.

Here is the list of the winners.

Best Overall Movie

18 Hours  WINNER

Best Supporting Actress

Lydia Forson - Isoken WINNER

Best Supporting Actor

Falz - New Money WINNER

Best Actress in a comedy and TV series

Nyce Wanueri - Auntie Boss WINNER

Best Actor in a comedy

Odunlade Adekola - A Million Baby WINNER

Best Actress in a Drama/TV Series

Omotola Jalade Ekeinde - Alter Ego WINNER

Best Actor in a Drama Series

Adjetey Anang  - Keteke WINNER

Best Sound Editor

Tatu - Kolade Morakinyo and Pius Fatoke WINNER

Best Picture Editor

18 Hours - Mark Maina WINNER

Best Lighting Designer Movie/TV Series

Tatu - Akpe Ododoru, Tunde Akinniyi WINNER

Best Cinematography Movies/TV series

Okafor's Law - Yinka Edward WINNER

Best Costume/Designer Movie or TV Series

The Bridge - Ngozi Obasi and James Bessinone WINNER

Best Short Film/Online Video

Penance - Micheal Ama Psalmist' Akinrogunde WINNER

Best Documentary

The Flesh Business - Dennis Wanjohi WINNER

Best Make Up Artist Movie/TV Series

Tatu - Thelma Ozy Smith, Hakeem Effect Onilogbo WINNER

Best Art Director

Lotanna - Tunji Afolayan WINNER

Best Soundtrack Movies/TV Series

Tatu - Evelle WINNER

Best Indigenous Language Movie or TV Series - Swahili

Super Modo - Sarika Hemi Lhakani  WINNER

Best Indigenous Language Movie or TV Series - Hausa

Mansoor - Ali Nuhu WINNER

Best Indigenous Language Movies or TV Series - Yoruba

Etiko Onigedu - Femi Adebayo WINNER

Best Indigenous Language Movies or TV Series - Igbo

Bound - Lilian Afegbai WINNER

Best TV/Drama/Comedy series

This Is It - Dolapo Adeleke WINNER

Best Movie East Africa

18 Hours - Phoebe Ruguru WINNER

Best Movie West Africa

Isoken - Jade Osiberu WINNER

Best Movie Southern Africa

The Road to Sunrise - Shemu Joyah WINNER

Trail Blazer Award

Bisola Aiyeola WINNER

Industry Merit Award

Tunde Kelani WINNER

Best Writer Movie/TV Series

Alter Ego - Patrick Nnamani/Koye O/Moses Inwang WINNER

 Kenyan King of Dancehall and Sony Music artist: Redsan known for among other mega hits: “Shoulder Back”,“Badder than Most” and “Yule Pale” is set to launch his brand new album titled THE BADDEST on 15^th Sept 2018 at the Carnivore Grounds from 6 PM.

Touted as the biggest album launch Kenyans are set to witness in 2018, the concert will feature Jamaican Dancehall artist Demarco and special performances by Nigerian pop diva Tiwa Savage and Kenyan hip hop giant Khaligraph Jones.

Ahead of the launch, Redsan says, “I am bringing my long term friend Demarco who I have also collaborated with in the album as the event’s main feature. I have also worked with Khaligraph before and we happen to share a similar vision.

His dream to take Kenyan music to the world is the same as mine from 24 years ago when I started my career,” adding on reigning Nigerian Pop Queen: “Tiwa Savage was an easy choice for me because she is one of the ladies I really admire in the Afro Beats scene and plans to work with her are already underway.”

Redsan is among the pioneering Kenyan music acts whose music has dominated the industry for more than two decades commanding massive crowds and connecting with diverse audiences. At the launch event, he will be performing some of his greatest hits of all time as well as new tracks from the new album.

THE BADDEST ALBUM—Redsan’s fifth will have 17 tracks including collaborations with Jamaican acts Demarco and Naila (formely of Brick & Lace), Kenyan songstress Yvonne Darc, Tanzanian fast rising artist Ervix and Ugandan heavy weight Jose Chameleone.

Redsan says, “I’ve always felt the need to collaborate with likeminded artists who see beyond one region and go on to establish international brands,” adding, “My album is set to take Kenyans to the world.”

Fans should anticipate the worldwide release of THE BADDEST ALBUM from Sept 14^th through all digital platforms. In East Africa, the album will be released exclusively for its first two weeks by Safaricom on their digital platforms and powered by Skiza.

Redsan has thanked Safaricom for supporting him throughout his career for more than 15 years stating: “I commend Safaricom for its presence in the music industry and creating platforms for artistes to push and promote their brands. They are always trying to break barriers and change how artistes perform in the Kenyan music industry.” 

“We are committed to supporting local music talent and that is why we are very excited to be partnering with Redsan as he launches his new album. Through our Skiza platform we are giving musicians a platform to sell their music to the millions of subscribers registered on the Safaricom network, and in that way transform the lives of our artistes by providing another avenue for them to generate an income from their work” said Charles Kare, Acting Director - Consumer Business Unit, Safaricom

Check out the songs that have made it to the top 10 Coast music chart courtesy of Pwani Fm.

10. NJIWA- WILLY PAUL ft NANDY
9. TOTO - BANDANAH , K FORCE ft SPIZZO
8. NYOTA SINA SUSUMILA
7. ZAGADA - BROWN MAUZO
6. LEVEL - BEKA THE BOY FT PETRA
5. KISAUNI - OHMS LAW MONTANA
4. SAGA - CITY BOY BAWAZIR
3.WATAISOMA NAMBA- KELECHI AFRICANA
2. NYAN’GA - DAZLAH
1. SHAM SHAM - DULLY MELODY FT NOTI FLOW

TRACKS IN WAITING
1. MANYAKUNYAKU – CHIKUZEE
2. SUNSHINE GAL – FRANKIE DEE
3. HELLO – NYASHINSKI
4. BABY LOVE – OTILE BROWN

28 artistes from Coke Studio Africa 2017 edition are among Africa’s top celebrated stars nominated at the 2018 edition of the annual African Muzik Magazine Awards and Music Festival (AFRIMMA), set to take place on 7^th October, 2018 at House of Blues Dallas in USA.

The nominees were unveiled in the month of July 2018 revealing Coke Studio Africa 2017 artists Nasty C, Yemi Alade, Sauti Sol, Jah Prayzah, Khaligraph Jones, Eddy Kenzo, Nyashinski, Bebe Cool, Alikiba.

Also in the list are Rayvanny, Olamide, Mafikizolo, Falz, Locko, Chidinma, Sheebah, Busiswa, Runtown, Shekhinah, Nandy, Tresor, Patoranking, Navy Kenzo, Mi Casa, Ykee Benda and Anselmo Ralph who made the cut.

Leading with 5 nominations is South African rapper Nasty C followed by Kenyan group Sauti Sol and Reggae/Dancehall artiste Patoranking who bagged three nominations each.

Coke Studio Africa 2017 producers Killbeatz and Masterkraft have also been nominated at AFRIMMA Awards in the category of Producer of the Year.

Coke Studio Africa 2017 original composition: “Said” by two of Africa’s biggest stars South African rapper Nasty C and Nigerian artist Runtown bagged two major nominations for Song of the Year and Collabo of the Year.

Nasty C has been nominated for Artist of the Year alongside other Coke Studio Africa 2017 South African music group: Mafikizolo, and Best Male Artist Southern Africa, the latter alongside Tresor (Congolese/South Africa) and Jah Prayzah—the Zimbabwean music general who were also part of Coke Studio Africa 2017.

Coke Studio Africa 2017 Big Break Artist from Uganda Ykee Benda also commendably bagged a nomination for Best Newcomer. He was making his debut on Coke Studio Africa last year collaborating with Jah Prayzah from Zimbabwe and Mozambican artiste Mr. Bow as one of the show’s Big Break acts.