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DJ Pinye Mourns Loss Of Father After Long Illness

Posted on January 10, 2024 by Dennis Elnino

Veteran DJ and mix master Peter Chuani, known as DJ Pinye, shared the heartbreaking news of his father’s passing on Tuesday, January 9th, 2023.

In a heartfelt message, DJ Pinye expressed his profound grief and the deep void left by his father’s departure. “Despite the hope I held for 2024, finding solace in the end of his pain is bittersweet,” he wrote on social media.

The DJ had been a dedicated caregiver to his father, who had been battling Alzheimer’s disease. Just days before his passing, DJ Pinye spoke openly about his commitment to learning more about the illness and ensuring his father’s comfort.

“As you all know by now I have become a caregiver after we discovered my dad has Alzheimer’s. Sasa I was gifted this book by one of my summer bunnies friend from the states.. Now the thing is if you all don know I have ADHD so am quiet a slow reader but I have challenged myself in 2024 to read this book cause it has very powerful information that would let my father live the rest of his life comfortably.

DJ Pinye’s close bond with his father was evident, and he often brought him along to his gigs. This loss is undoubtedly a significant one for the entertainer, and his message resonates with the deep pain of losing a parent

Back With A Bang! DJ Pinye Announces His Return After Years Of Retirement

Posted on August 27, 2021 by Dennis Elnino

If you were born in the 90’s or earlier, you probably heard one of the pioneers of producing Kenya’s best mixes back in the day; DJ Pinye, real name Peter Chuani.

The celebrated disc jockey is back in action after her announced he was retiring from active showbiz during his 45^th birthday back in 2016.

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Why Pinye Is Back

The deejay who is credited for introducing Kenyan new generation showbiz music on TV back in the 90s says is back in the entertainment scene and happy about it.

In July, he joined DJ Adrian and DJ Nijo during a limited invites gig held at Club Clique on Ngong’ road and come Saturday this week; he will be back at the venue for another showdown that will also feature the other two old school deejays.

Asked why he had changed his mind and made a comeback, the deejay said this was a special gig that is close to his heart. He termed it as a ‘special contract’ affair.

“This is the only gig I am spinning. This is special to me. Adrian, Nijo and I are quite a pair. Am excited,” Pinye is quoted to have said.

“It is always good working with somebody like Pinye who understands what music is always about. This is the kind of experience that money can’t buy,” said DJ Nijo.

The Saturday event is a ‘reservations only’ event that will feature the media and other guests being booked in advance – due to Covid-19 restrictions.

Khaligraph Jones calls out hypocrites in new jam dubbed ‘Me Siogopi’ featuring Lamaz Span (Video)

Posted on October 15, 2019May 5, 2020 by David Kingsley

Rapper Brian Ouko Omollo, better known as Khaligraph Jones, is back with a new jam featuring his equally-talented brother Lamaz Span K.O.B and they are not mincing their words.

Also read: Khaligraph Jones has no competitor in Kenya

In the song dubbed Me Siogopi, which loosely translates to ‘I don’t fear’, the two rappers blast hypocrites in the local entertainment industry while making a boastful statement that they are the real OGs.

Among the casualties are the legendary DJ Pinye. According to Khaligraph, he killed the music industry and told him not to rap in English because he was not brought up in Karen.

Khaligraph also took a swipe at Homeboyz Radio over their disputed list of the top 50 rappers in Kenya. He says that the station doesn’t respect him because he was not ranked at number 1.

Khaligraph Jones and Lamaz Span

He says, “HBR nangoja mnipigie simu mniambie pole, hio top 50 mlitoa inaonyesha vizuri hamkufika hata college, ju ka si Khali ndio number 1 Inaonyesha vile mmedharau jina, freestyle zangu ndo Most viewed on your channel na bado mnakosa heshima.”

Apart from all the shade that he threw, you have to admit that Khaligraph had some dope bars in this jam. The way I see it, Me Siogopi is a masterpiece that is worth

Lamaz Span also came through in this jam. I was really impressed by his delivery. If you ask me, I’ll tell you that it is just a matter of time before he becomes a household name.

The beat on this jam, which was produced by Motif, was also awesome. I was particularly impressed by how it blends well with the flow of Papa Jones.

The video concept was also on point. It has some heavily built men flexxing around and sending a clear message that they do not fear anyone. To add to that, the editing was also awesome. Props to Nezzoh Monts!

Watch Me Siogopi below and tell us what you think.

Rapper Khaligraph Jones pins down DJ Pinye for his pride

Posted on May 15, 2019 by Gloria Katunge

Kenyan rapper, Khaligraph Jones did not start off with fame and money surrounding his every move and slams popular DJ Pinye for disregarding him when he struggled to make ends meet.

Khaligraph shares a TBT photo of himself on a bicycle, back in the days when his pockets weren´t getting in as much money.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BxUazPjh39B/

´Hustler´ would best define the ´Superman´ hitmaker whose music at the time wasn´t as successful and disk jockeys like DJ Pinye stayed away from such music.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BtAeVyBB4qe/

Papa Jones exposes DJ Pinye for having been too proud to air his music on the famous music show ´The Beat´.

The OG tells off the veteran DJ as he captions:

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bxc_-ywBqFh/

Flashback

If anyone is to recall, this is not the first time these two are gracing the battlefield, previously, DJ Pinye had expressed that he wouldn´t play Khaligraph´s and DNA´s music.

However, the DJ has had it rough because we must admit, these two artists´ growth is at another level.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bw8_qqSh6Ry/

In response, Khaligraph expressed:

I used to make mediocre music so he couldn´t play my mediocre music on his TV show.

Buda ukona bahati siku hizi nimekua mpole kiasi na nina ka heshima flani otherwise diss track ingekua ishatembea sai.

Watu wana sing along mbaya sana, mazishi ni ile ile.

DJ Pinye accept humiliation and makes a humble apology to musicians whose careers he derailed

Posted on January 23, 2019 by Martin Oduor

Veteran mix master DJ Pinye ruffled many people’s feathers when he revealed that he deliberately refused to play songs from some artistes.

The 48-year-old said some artistes dropped mediocre songs and as such wouldn’t bother playing the songs. He mentioned Khaligraph Jones and DNA among artistes he had blacklisted.

“There are artists whose music I did not play back in the days, including Khaligraph and DNA, but their careers have grown… I cannot play Lamba Lolo or New Position. DJs shouldn’t play mediocre music,” said DJ Pinye in an interview with NRG radio.

Apology

Khaligraph Jones, DNA were among some of the artistes who were offended by DJ Pinye’s remarks. DNA decided to hit back with a diss track.

Also read: ‘You are a dream breaker and you killed Elani’ DNA disses Pinye in new song after he called him “Mediocre”

DJ Pinye has since eaten the humble pie. The veteran mix master took to social media to wave the white flag and apologize to artistes who felt their careers were derailed by his action.

“On my bdays, I usually reflect on alot of things about my life. Today, am thinking about my impact. My impact on other people’s lives specifically those in the music industry. One thing is clear, I am aware of my influence. I apologise to those who feel I played a part in derailing their music career. But I am not apologetic for the values and standards I uphold for our music industry. #itsmybirthday #foreveryoung #playgoodmusic,” wrote DJ Pinye.

And the drama continues! DJ Pinye responds to DNA’s diss track

Posted on December 13, 2018December 13, 2018 by Martin Oduor

Veteran mix master DJ Pinye ruffled many people’s feathers when he revealed that he deliberately refused to play songs from some artistes.

The 48-year-old said some artistes dropped mediocre songs and as such wouldn’t bother playing the songs. He mentioned Khaligraph Jones and DNA among artistes he had blacklisted.

Diss track

DNA quickly dropped a diss track aimed at the veteran mix master following his remarks. DJ Pinye has since responded to DNA’s diss track.

Pinye however refuses to be embroiled in a beef with DNA, he says that he is too old to be bothered by artistes throwing tantrums.

“Good for him. He released a diss track but he even doesn’t know what I said. Whatever he was told that I said is not true. But all the same I’m good. Am too old to be bothered by such. This is not the first time anyway. As a matter of fact I have seen most of these artiste grow,” said DJ Pinye.

“Buda uko na bahati siku hizi nimekua mpole” Khaligraph Jones puts DJ Pinye on notice

Posted on December 10, 2018 by Martin Oduor

Veteran mix master DJ Pinye ruffled many people’s feathers when he revealed that he deliberately refused to play songs from some artistes.

The 48-year-old said some artistes dropped mediocre songs and as such wouldn’t bother playing the songs. He mentioned Khaligraph Jones and DNA among artistes he had blacklisted.

The veteran mix master further called on other fellow Djs not to play controversial songs such as ‘Lamba Lolo’ and ‘New Position’

Diss track

Khaligraph Jones has since responded to DJ Pinye revelation, he however says there will be no diss track for him. (The Kayole rapper loves to drop diss track for anyone who crosses him).

“According to DJ Pinye, I used to make mediocre music so he couldn’t play my mediocre music on his TV show. Buda uko na bahati siku hizi nimekua mpole kiasi na nina ka heshima fulani, otherwise distrack ingekuwa ishatembea sahi watu wana sing along mbaya sana. Mazishi ni ile ile,” said Khaligraph.