Wangechi

Wangechi, born Wangechi Waweru, is a female rapper based in Nairobi, Kenya. Born in 1994, her passion for music began at the tender age of 12. Listening to the likes of Necessary Noize, E-sir, Kalamashaka, Jay Z, Digable Planets, 2pac Shakur, Notorious B.I.G and many more, her love for hip-hop grew and set her on the path to write her own music.

Working under Hype-masters Entertainment she released the songs 'Homemade' and 'Lega Mega Sega' that received positive feedback. With 'Consume Chakula ya Soul' the mix-tape's reception both online and on mainstream radio,Wangechi is currently working on her first self entitled album.

Wangechi is also a pianist and bass guitarist. She has performed alongside continental acts like Just A Band, Mafikizolo, Micasa, The Villagers and Muthoni the Drama Queen on a Kenyan platform 'Blankets and wine' in January 2014. She has also performed in London's Excel Global Summit ESVC 2014 hosted by Angelina Jolie.