Sauti Sol held their final performance as a group on November 4, 2023, before they each went their separate ways as the band disintegrated.
The four members underwent therapy sessions for an extended period before the group split and each of them went their separate ways.
Speaking during an interview on the IMO podcast, Sauti Sol lead singer Bien said they underwent therapy for two years to prepare them for their solo careers after 18 years together.
“Yeah, we actually went for therapy for a long time, like two years, talking us through the moments of separation. People don’t expect boys to do that, but we did,” Bien said.
Bien assured fans that the break is temporary, emphasizing that it’s just a season to explore different creative paths.
He added that the decision to temporarily separate after 18 years was a collective one driven by the members’ need for fresh experiences.
“Being in a band is an incredible journey, but sometimes it’s also essential to recognize when it’s time to explore new horizons. We didn’t part ways because we overstayed, but rather, we sought a new job, new experiences, and new challenges. We reached a point where we wanted to venture into something different,” shared Bien.
The award-winning group, consisting of vocalists Willis Chimano, Savara Mudigi, and guitarist Polycarp Otieno, has been a dominant force in the music scene since their formation in 2005.
Hits like “Sura Yako,” “Unconditionally Bae,” and “Midnight Train” have solidified their status as an iconic African music ensemble.
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