Moseh Drumist - Wanichanganya

Hailing from the beautiful country of Kenya, Nairobi based drummer Moseh Drumist continues to bring love, peace, happiness, and inspiration through his music. The multi-talented musician believes that "edutainment" is a key factor in bringing harmony among all people from different walks of life. His latest musical offering, "Wanichanganya" urges us to 'appreciate love and life' with the fire of the Equatorial House sound. The blending of traditional instruments with modern electronic sounds makes for a motivational groove that will give the irresistible urge to move.

For my producers reading this post, I was alerted to sound packs created by Moseh for Ableton Live consisting of Ohangla drums of the Luo culture in western Kenya. On the drum's hypnotic power:

"These drums were used in sacred celebration ceremonies – their sounds are therapeutic and possess the audience. When I play these drums people usually go into a trance... It takes their souls on a journey."

You can access sound packs from Moseh and the Santuri Safari by clicking HERE. Subscribe to his YouTube Channel to stay updated on new videos, interviews, and where to purchase his music and merchandise.

Celsius Degree Ent.: Top Selections of 2014 Mix by DJ Kool Emdee

Recently I connected with Celsius Degree Entertainment based in Nairobi, Kenya. I am honored to get the thumbs up from the CEO, Saint Evo 'The Myth', who also is a DJ/producer, to present this mix of their Top Selections of 2014. It's available as a stream and free download. As a bonus, the label is offering all the original tracks in their entirety from this mix as free downloads. Enjoy!

Inami: Constant Craving (Saint Evo's Lounge Remix)

Happy Monday! For our early morning riser, we present you with the sounds of Kenyan artist Inami, a stable member of the Celsius Degree Entertainment label also based in Kenya. From my understanding, Inami is a well celebrated artist in her native land. Overcoming being partially deaf and honing her musical talents through her father, her start was with an eclectic band called The Musketeers. After the eventual breakup of the band, she called House music her home because it was the only genre that combined her different musical elements.

"Constant Craving" has been remixed by DJ/producer Saint Evo, a sound described by me as lounge meets afro-house meets late 1980s dance. This track is featured on a special remix project called Re-Incarnation of her Debut EP, Little Lost. The music is what the label defines as Equatorial House, and the plan is to spearhead a new movement to stretch the limits of House music and to put Kenya as a place on the map for the genre. In celebrating Inami's debut, CDE is letting fans download the Re-Incarnation EP for free. Visit their website for more info of upcoming releases by artists in their impressive catalog.

Turntable Tuesdays: Saint Evo's Talking Dums Ep.7

For my House lovers, we're taking a ride with Saint Evo as he takes us on a musical journey through Afro-House. Press play to get your body and soul grooving.