In case you have been living under a rock, we would like to inform you that Kenya has a Best New Rapper named Toxic Lyrikali. Last year, we as Radio 254 awarded Breeder LW with the award of Best Rapper during our inaugural Radio TV 254 Awards 2024. Though the year 2025 is not yet over, we are certain that the best rapper in Kenya 2025 is none other than […]
Making music is not an easy task, I mean making a hit is very hard but making back-to-back hits is the most challenging thing artists face. Not every artist can cope with the heat that comes with making a trending hit. Wadagliz are just the latest victims of this, after trending last year and making a 'Anguka Nayo' hit, Wadagliz are now struggling to make a second hit and […]
We have been thinking a lot lately about the Kenyan music industry and what is needed to grow it. Many people will say that the Kenyan music industry needs money, which we agree with, but what if you don't have money as an artist or producer? What are you supposed to do then? A couple of years ago, we met with Alan Mwangi, who had devised a way for creatives […]
I was reading an article in the newspaper this week that said MSCK’s revenue collection bank account and pay bill had been frozen due to an ongoing legal matter that is in court. The truth is that as far as artist rights are concerned, MSCK has failed Kenyan artists and the entire Kenyan music industry, and it is high time we got rid of it altogether. Why? Because MSCK no […]
Podcasting has been around since the early 2000s. Still, it was not until the COVID-19 pandemic that the art form reached its global peak with everyone now knowing what a podcast is, having the ability to start one, and being aware of the different places you can listen or watch. When podcasting began, the art form was primarily in audio format. Today, however, most podcasts are audio-visual, with visual podcasts […]
The highly anticipated Ado Veli 1st Service: Set It Edition is set to be an unforgettable experience for Kenyan music lovers on 10th October 2024, taking place at the vibrant venue Safe Space 254 (along Kiambu Road). Kicking off at 11 AM and running through to 9 PM, this full-day event promises a unique blend of top-tier music, electrifying performances, and vibrant Kenyan culture. The main act of the day […]
We are absolutely ecstatic to announce the highly anticipated fourth edition of Open Mic! This special event is your chance to shine and showcase your talent by performing original songs, creating an electrifying celebration of Kenyan music like never before. Since its inception, Open Mic has been a thrilling journey of discovery and entertainment, and we are committed to making this edition the best one yet. We can't wait to […]
After four years of operation, we have gained a considerable amount of insight into what value we offer as an organization and what value we would like to offer in the future. As Radio 254, we were the first ever radio station in the world to play 100% Kenyan music. This on its own was a moment in history as finally, Kenyan music had a home and a place where […]
Imagine a world where music is a language and we all live in harmony celebrating and dancing, no matter the genre. Embracing the rhythm and moving in collaboration with it. In that world, how happy it would be. People filled with delight in their eyes, laughter and a heart full of soul food. On the first day of July, Radio 254 & 254 Beer District are collaborating to create one […]
