April kicks off with a sonic boom as Kenya’s biggest music stars light up the scene with fresh tracks and anthems. On Friday, April 4th, 2025, artists like Willy Paul, Khaligraph Jones, Nyashinski, Arrow Bwoy, and Bensoul delivered hard-hitting music that’s already dominating airwaves and playlists.
Willy Paul returns with a high-energy, romantic single titled “Your Body.” The track fuses dancehall and Afropop influences, and it’s already trending for its catchy lyrics and vibrant video. This release continues Willy Paul’s run of genre-bending hits, keeping him at the forefront of Kenyan pop music.
The OG himself, Khaligraph Jones, delivers his highly anticipated album, “The Book of Jones.” The project highlights his lyrical dominance, with “Risk” featuring Nyashinski as one of the standout tracks. The album is a bold statement in Kenya’s hip-hop evolution, fusing raw bars with world-class production.
In a powerful Kenya-Jamaica link-up, Arrow Bwoy teams up with reggae star Christopher Martin for “Hapo.” The song blends dancehall romance with East African rhythm, expanding Arrow Bwoy’s global reach and showcasing his versatility.
Soulful hitmaker Bensoul partners with V-BE for “Kautamu Flani” – a smooth, feel-good jam that’s quickly rising up the charts. The song captures the soulful urban Nairobi vibe, ideal for both chilled weekends and sing-alongs
King Kaka and Scar Mkadinali deliver hard truths in their gritty track “Judge Koome.” With sharp bars and a powerful beat, the duo critiques justice and life in Kenya with poetic storytelling that resonates deeply
This wave of music releases shows a bold new chapter for Kenyan music. With high production value, genre diversity, and international collaborations, artists are pushing the envelope and taking Kenyan music to global stages.
