Kenya’s entertainment scene is vibrant and if you were one of the Nairobi fans who flocked to Blankets and Wine at the Laureate Garden on Sunday or are experiencing serious FOMO, Spotify has just what you need.
They have curated four iconic Kenyan playlists to help you relive the fantastic moments.
Blankets and Wine on Sunday, July 2, brought together a vibrant crowd seeking music, food, and a great atmosphere. The experience was a true celebration of Kenya, featuring delicious food, arts, crafts, fashion vendors, and incredible music.
As part of their partnership with the event and their dedication to supporting Kenyan artistes, Spotify has created a special Made-in-Kenya destination.
This destination hosts four playlists that are directly connected to the Blankets and Wine event and lineup. Additionally, the playlist covers have been updated to showcase artists from the festival lineup.
If you were one of those who danced and sang along when Maya Amolo opened the event, this playlist is perfect for you.
It combines the best of Kenya’s smooth R&B, featuring artists like Xenia Manasseh, Nikita Kering’, and Brandy Maina, who captivated audiences on that day.
This playlist is a nostalgic trip down memory lane, bringing together the best of Kenya’s old-school jams. It’s for those who came to see Nameless but ended up dancing the night away. You’ll find artists like Flexx, Kantai, Big Pin, and many more.
Bensoul, who set the crowd on fire with their performance at the event, covers this playlist. If you’re regretting missing out, give City Express a listen. It features several Bensoul tracks mixed with other Afro-fusion bangers, including tracks by Coster Ojwang, who was also on the lineup.
If you’re into beats, bars, and rhymes, 245 Flow is the playlist for you. It features Khaligraph Jones, FEMI ONE, BURUKLYN BOYZ, and more. Even if you couldn’t make it to Blankets and Wine, this playlist guarantees a good time.
Monica Kemoli-Savanne, Artist & Label Partnerships Manager at Spotify Africa, commented on the partnership between Spotify and Blankets and Wine, saying, “Spotify is committed to supporting local artists in finding audiences both at home and abroad. This partnership was the perfect opportunity to showcase the best of Kenya, both at the event and on our platform.”
