Suzanna Owiyo

Bio

Suzanna Owiyo’s Music is a fusion of traditional western Kenyan Music with traditional African instruments, and contemporary rhythms. She has thrilled audiences the world over with her unique and magical voice. Born in Kasaye village, Kisumu, Suzanna Owiyo was introduced to music at a tender age by her grandfather, who was a prolific Nyatiti player.

Initially she performed as a background vocalist before starting her solo career. Suzanna has produced a number of songs since ‘Kisumu 100’. The hit song propelled her to immediate success, and led to numerous concerts in Kenya and abroad. Out of these she received nomination in the Kora Music Awards 2002 in the 'Most Promising Female Artist' category.

She won Kisima Award for the same category in 2003. She received the prestigious Order of the Grand Warrior of Kenya Award (OGW) from the President. In 2004 Suzanna was given an honor of performing at the Nobel Peace Prize Concert in Oslo. She has participated in various advocacy campaigns for creating awareness on various social concerns in Kenya. Suzanna once again shared the stage with world renowned celebrities at the 46664 Concert celebrating Nelson Mandela’s 90th and 91st Birthday at Hyde Park in London (2008) and Radio City Hall in New York (2009).

Suzanna received recognition as the 46664 Ambassador, Nelson Mandela’s Global Campaign that promotes human rights and HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention. March 2011 she performed with Youssou N'Dour in collaboration European Tour dubbed 'New African Voices'.

Music

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Sandore
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Deezer
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WAMIEL~Suzanna Owiyo
03:38
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08 Lek Ne Wounda
04:43
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01 Wachna
04:43
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11 Kisumu 100(benga Mix)
06:32
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Videos

Dancing is Therapeutic ��� #Mood #SuzannaOwiyo #Africa #music
Au revoir..., �� �#drc #suzannaowiyo #music #africa
Practice like you hve never won. Confidence originates from here. Ng'ato gi mare � #suzannaowiyo
Some soothing sound of Nyatiti from the lakeside city by yours truly ��� � #SuzannaOwiyo
Suzanna Owiyo ~ Tich en Tich (Official Video) For Skiza Tune SMS 8088245 to 811
Suzanna Owiyo ~ Ralep (Official Video) For Skiza Tune SMS 8088243 to 811
Suzanna Owiyo ~ Kisumu 100 (Official Video) For Skiza Tune SMS 8088233 to 811
Suzanna Owiyo ~ Mama Africa (Official Video) For Skiza SMS 8088235 to 811
Suzanna Owiyo ~ Usife Moyo (Official Music Video) For Skiza SMS 8088247 to 811
Suzanna Owiyo ~ Minwa Mary (Official Music Video) For Skiza SMS 8088238 to 811
Suzanna Owiyo ~ Nga'to Gi Mare (Official Music Video) For Skiza Tune SMS 8088239 to 811
Suzanna Owiyo ~ Abiro (Official video) For Skiza Tune SMS 8088226 to 811
NASA DANCE by SUZANNA OWIYO
Suzanna Owiyo & Kenyan Boys Choir ~ UNCTAD 14 Theme Song (Official Music Video)
Suzanna Owiyo ~ Sio Kosa Langu (Official Audio)
Suzanna Owiyo - Wamiel "Let's Dance " {Official}
Suzanna Owiyo ~ Kisumu 100 (Music Video) For Skiza Tune SMS 8088232 to 811
Suzanna Owiyo ~ Matatu (Official Music Video)

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KENairobi, Kenya
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Contact

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Profile added by Stanley Gazemba on 29 May 2014
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