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Award-winning Kenyan gospel group BMF makes grand comeback with sizzling jam ‘Mungu Tu’ (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

Be My Faithful (BMF), a Kenyan gospel group that I’ve been a huge fan of since my high school days, is finally back on the local music scene and I’m really excited.

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If you’ve been listening to urban Kenyan gospel since time immemorial, I’m sure you’ve heard tracks like; I Live For You, Mpenzi Wa Suprise, Rudi Nyumbani, Njoo – which were all sang by BMF.

After a long hiatus, the group which comprised of; Freddy, Sammy Dee, Harry Ash, Maich has made a comeback in the local music industry, only that the first two members have since ventured into other things.

Harry Ash poses for a photo with Maich.

Harry Ash and Maich have rediscovered their love for music and they have released a jam which has been ruling the airwaves since it was released about a week ago.

Dubbed Mungu Tu, the song talks about giving thanks to the Lord, even when you are going through a difficult time, because he has promised that he will always be on our side.

Other than the powerful message in this jam, the other reason why I have had it on replay is because it is a beautiful composition.

Maich poses for a photo with Harry Ash.

To add to that, both Harry Ash and Maich brought their A-games on Mungu Tu. Their vocals on are really on point and you just want to keep listening to the song.

The verses are also simple and if you are the kind of person who likes to master songs, you will learn the whole of it after listening to it just twice, or maybe thrice.

The beat and instrumentation are really on point and they also blend well with the tempo of the artists. Honestly, I think Saint P deserves a pat on the back for the good job.

The video for this Mungu Tu is also dope. Although the concept was quite simple, the execution was above par. From the flawless scene transitioning, location, styling, dramatization, I just love everything about it.

Watch Mungu Tu below and tell us what you think.

Ricky Bekko Vs Deska Torres Vs X Antonio: Who is the baddest video director?

Posted on by David Kingsley

If you watch Kenyan music videos and don’t bother to find out who shot them then I’m sure you are wondering who these people are. However, if you give a hoot, like yours truly, then you are definitely familiar with the three names.

The three; Ricky Bekko, Deska Torres and X Antonio are the brains behind the most viral music videos in Kenya today. Chances are your favorite artist has already worked with any of them or is planning to because, let’s be honest, they are the best in the business.

Also read: 10 super talented Kenyan music video directors

The truth is that Kenya has no shortage of talented video directors. If you ask anyone who they want to shoot their music videos, you’ll hear names like; J.Blessing, Sammy Dee, Moses Osidiana, Johnson Kyallo, Kevin Bosco Jr. etc. However, this is changing fast because of the new kids on the block.

Other newcomers whose work really stands out include; Mike Lolly P, Nezzoh Montana, Dambiz, VJ One, Trey Juelz, X Benjoes, Joweezy, Ivan Odie etc. However, today we’ll only focus on Ricky Bekko, Deska Torres and X Antonio because we’ve been seeing more videos by them compared to the others.

All the three videographers are talented, no one is denying that. However, we’d like to know who you would pick if you had to settle on one. If you don’t know them, we’ll mention some of their works so that you can compare and contrast every aspect, from the shooting to the editing.

Ricky Bekko

Ricky Bekko
Ricky Bekko

He is the founder of Big Dreams Studios. Some of the videos he has directed include; Ethic’s Position, The Kansoul’s Accelerator, Rawbeena’s Romantic, Femi One’s Hiyo One, Nadia Mukami’s Radio Love, King Kaka’s Kula Vako, most of Kush Tracey’s songs, among others.

Deska Torres

Deka Torres
Deska Torres

He is the co-founder of Platnumz Pictures and arguably one of the best video directors in East and Central Africa. His works include; Ngeta by Arrow Bwoy, Otile Brown’s Dala Dala, Nadia Mukami’s Lola, Alvindo’s Taka Taka & Boychild, Eddie Butita’s Kidesign, Magix Enga’s Some Love, Dom’s Chupa among others.

X Antonio

X Antonio

He is the lad behind International Textures. Some of the videos he has directed include; The Band BeCa’s 1234, Janet Otieno’s Nifunze, The Kansoul’s No Woman No Party, Papa Dennis’ Olalo, Vivian’s Charm, Bahati’s Mapenzi, Elani’s Sirudi, Size 8’s Ni Yesu, Otile Brown’s Baby Love, Chaguo La Moyo, Mapenzi Hisia, Aje Anione among others.

That said, who among the three is the baddest video director according to you? Leave a comment below.

Size 8’s latest release ‘Kujeni Twende’ is totally worth your time (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

Gospel songstress Linet Munyali, alias Size 8, is back with a new song and I’m are really feeling it. If you ask me, I’ll tell you that it’s totally worth your time.

She has featured upcoming gospel singer Alpha Mwana Mtule in the song dubbed Kujeni Twende which loosely translates to “come, let’s go.”

Alpha Mwana Mtule
Alpha Mwana Mtule

The song asks human beings to turn to Christ for it is in him that they will find happiness and comfort.

The song’s chorus is very simple and easy to remember. It goes like, “Kujeni twende Twende kwa Mola tukae naye Kujeni twende Twende kwa Mola tuseme naye.”

Apart from the good lyrical flow, I was also impressed by the Lingala-infused beat. Chances are, you’ll stand up to dance while listening to this song.

Size 8
Size 8

The song was produced by Bern and directed by the super-talented Sammy Dee of True D. Put simply, the video is also impressive.

Size 8 has been doing exceptionally well since she got saved and crossed over to the gospel industry. Initially, most people thought it was a bluff but she has stood the test of time.

Also read: Kenyan gospel musicians who rarely write their songs and what it means

What I love most about her is her versatility.  She makes music that appeals to different audiences or generations. If you are keen you’ll notice how her songs are different.

Take for instance Tam Tam, which she did with Willy Paul, and Send Forth. The former leans on the the praise side while the latter is more of a worship song.

In the same way, her latest single dubbed Kujeni Twende is different. It’s a praise song with a fire Lingala beat.

Perhaps, she relevant to this very date because of her versatility.

Watch Kujeni Twende below and tell us what you think.