Apple Music names Kenyan-Nigerian producer Afamefuna as latest Isgubhu cover star

The announcement coincides with the release of his latest EP i.r.l, which merges four on the floor beats, psychedelic synths and catchy bass melodies.

“I am extremely grateful for this opportunity,” Afamefuna told Apple Music. “Not only on behalf of myself but also on behalf of the four extremely talented women who feature on my debut EP. I think, with this opportunity, the world will be able to catch a glimpse of just how talented the Kenyan dance and R&B scene is.”

To celebrate his feature, Afamefuna has also chosen three diverse tracks to be featured on the exclusive Isgubhu playlist, including ‘Awuoro’ by DJ Mura K.E, Saint Evo & Labdi, ‘Buy Me Love (Aare Remix)’ by STACY KAMATU & Aare, and ‘Wacuka’ by AVAION & Sofiya Nzau.

On why he chose these tracks, Afamefuna said: “They represent what people are listening to in the Nairobi music scene at the moment. There seems to be an undeniable energy behind the African electronic/dance movement and I think it’s beautiful to see the amalgamation of this sound with authentically African vocals and modes of expression.”

Currently based in Brooklyn, New York, his passion for music was ignited over ten years ago, when he stumbled upon Chief Keef and his producer Young Chop, who inspired him to start making trap beats. He figured out how to use FL Studio after watching only a few tutorials and thus began his career in music production.

Listen to the exclusive playlist here.