AfroWay - Soul From The East

By Afroway Entertainment

AfroWay – Soul From The East is a bold, culture-driven audio experience that celebrates the heartbeat of modern Africa. Every episode flows with an unmistakable African spirit—warm, soulful, rhythmic,... more

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The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.

AfroWay - Soul From The East episodes:

February 23, 2026 The Oral Revolution — The Rise of Kenya’s Slam Poets
Deconstructing the rise of the Kenya Poetry Slam and why our poets are the new voice of the revolution. 🛡️✨
Host: James Mabinda
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February 09, 2026 The New Kings of the Nairobi Block
Deconstructing why the 2026 Drill scene is the true successor to the Mau Mau legacy. No gatekeepers, just the hustle. 🎤🇰🇪WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb6ryFu3wtbGgOVawX0s
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February 06, 2026 The Mau Mau Battalion
One voice starts a fire. A Clan changes a country. 🔥 Deconstructing the Ukoo Flani legacy, with our host James Mabinda. 🎙️🇰🇪
Music Credit: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Feathers_of_a_Seraphim_-_Featherstep.wav
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January 28, 2026 The Living Canvas – Why Kenya is the New Global Art Capital
🎨 Is Kenya the world’s next great art frontier? From the sacred beadwork of our ancestors to the neon-lit street murals of 2026 Nairobi, art in Kenya is more than just "decor"—it’s a revolution. In this week’s episode of AfroWay Soul from the East, your host James Mabinda takes you on a 10-minute journey through the soul of the 254.We’re diving into:🇰🇪 The Ancestral Pulse: How traditional art survived the colonial era.🖌️ The Modern Icons: From Michael Soi’s satire to Wangechi Mutu’s global takeover.🚀 The 2026 Shift: Why the Nairobi Arts Biennale is changing the game for local creators.Art is the heartbeat of the East. Are you listening?

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January 25, 2026The Guitar Talk: The Secret of the Strings
Why does a Kenyan guitar sound so unique? In this episode of Afroway: Soul From The East, host James Mabinda breaks down the technical 'Secret Sauce' with a special look at the 'Nairobi Twist' master, John Nzenze.
What you'll learn:
The 'Thumb and Index' technique: Why we don't need plastic picks.
The Legend of John Nzenze: How he turned finger-picking into a national dance.
The 'Interlocking' puzzle: How two guitars finish each other's sentences.
Music Credit: John Nzenze - Angelike
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January 23, 2026 Soul From The East Special | George Mukabi: The Father of Omutibo
In this deep-dive special, James Mabinda honors the legendary George Mukabi. From a self-taught shamba boy to the creator of the Omutibo genre, learn how Mukabi's unique finger-picking style forever changed African acoustic guitar.
What's inside:The story of Mukabi's first handmade guitar.How Malawian 'Nyasa' bands influenced the Kenyan sound.The legacy of hits like 'Sengula' and 'Mtoto si Nguo.'
Music Credit: George Mukabi
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January 20, 2026 The Benga Map: How the Sound Traveled
Benga is more than just a Lakeside rhythm. In this episode of Afroway: Soul From The East, host James Mabinda tracks how Benga traveled to Central and Eastern Kenya to create new sub-genres.What you'll hear:How Joseph Kamaru brought Benga to Central Kenya.The rise of the Kamba Benga kings like Kakai Kilonzo.Why Benga is the musical language that unites Kenya.
Music Credit: DO Misiani - Peres
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January 18, 2026 Benga: The Kings of the Guitar
In this episode of Afroway: Soul From The East, host James Mabinda introduces the legends who made Benga a global sound. Meet the King of Benga, D.O. Misiani, and discover how River Road became the heart of African music.What you'll hear:The story of D.O. Misiani and Shirati Jazz.Why Benga was the 'voice of the people.'How Nairobi became the hit factory of the 70s.Music Credit: DO Misiani - John NyunjaJoin the conversation with #soulfromtheeast and follow us @afrowayonline.

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January 17, 2026 The Birth of Benga
"Welcome to Afroway: Soul From The East! Host James Mabinda takes us back to the 1940s to discover how the traditional Nyatiti harp turned into the electric Benga sound we love.What you'll hear:How the guitar replaced the traditional harp.Why Benga music sounds so fast and energetic.The story of the 'One-Two' beat.Join the conversation with #soulfromtheeast and follow us @afrowayonline."

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January 14, 2026 The AFCON Vibe: Drip, Anthems, and Friendly Vawulence
"It's January 2026, and the continent is officially shaking! 🌍🏆If you think AFCON 2025 is just about 22 men chasing a ball, you're missing the biggest culture shift of the year. In this episode of AfroWay, we step off the pitch and into the streets to see how the 'Beautiful Game' is taking over African entertainment.

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FAQs about AfroWay - Soul From The East:

How many episodes does AfroWay - Soul From The East have?

The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.