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Benga

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Benga

Benga emerged in 1950s Western Kenya among the Luo people, adapting traditional nyatiti and orutu instruments to Spanish guitar. The genre features intricate bouncy finger-picking and fast-paced rhythms, becoming Kenya's defining sound from the 1960s-80s. Early Benga carried politically charged lyrics supporting freedom movements, later evolving to address love and social themes.

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Benga 101

Benga 101

This playlist features some of the best Benga music from the 1980s and 1990s. These songs are sure to get you up and dancing, and they will give you a taste of Kenya's rich musical heritage.

Heritage

Heritage

A mid-tempo old school collection featuring artists from different parts of Africa.

Udulele

Udulele

John Oriwo

The King of Sudanese Jazz

The King of Sudanese Jazz

Mukyala Kandida

Mukyala Kandida

Etaala Y'obufumbo

Etaala Y'obufumbo

Pirisira

Pirisira

Ekassa Talk Of The Town, Vol. 2

Ekassa Talk Of The Town, Vol. 2

Abankuseele

Abankuseele

Osadebe 77

Osadebe 77

Eddembe Lya Uganda

Eddembe Lya Uganda

Greatest Hits

Greatest Hits

Compilation2007

Chimurenga

Chimurenga

Sungura

Sungura

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