Host: Simon Okelo Guest: Khaligraph Jones
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"Khaligraph Jones a.k.a Papa Jones is an influential Kenyan rapper touted to have a rap flow as quick as Twista’s (American) or M.I (Nigerian). With a style so unique and a flow so flexible, Khaligraph cuts across the complexity of genres and eras with his music.Quickly rising to become Africa’s most sought after rap king, Khaligraph is prolific and has worked with the likes of Coke Studio Africa 2017 artist Rayvanny and AY from Tanzania, Abbas Kubaff, Muthoni The Drummer Queen, Victoria Kimani, and Wyre The Love Child from Kenya, and not forgetting Ice Prince and M.I. from Nigeria.
Khaligraph’s journey as an artist began at a young age and was inspired by listening to a wide variety of music. He was more drawn to the Hip Hop genre and when an opportunity presented itself in the form of the 2009 Channel O MC Africa Challenge, the then 19-year old took it up and went all the way to the finals. It was from that competition that the rise of Khaligraph Jones started to become evident. He has since coined a popular phrase “Respect the OGs”; the newest slogan in Kenya’s Hip Hop scene. The intention of the movement is to promote talented youth from all over the country, no matter their age, and give them a platform to grow and be heard." - Coke Studio Africa
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One Vibe Africa is a grassroots, Seattle-based nonprofit that creates cultural and innovative programs and events to promote social welfare and economic empowerment for youth in the Manyatta slum of Kisumu, Kenya. One Vibe uses music, visual art, dance, culture, poetry & film to bring hope to youth who suffer from extreme poverty. Through our efforts, we inspire youth toward a deeper appreciation of their culture and traditions, inspiring them to reach their highest creative potential. Students are educated on current events and are provided access to career networks that would have otherwise remained out of reach to them. One Vibe Africa is the lead organizer of the annual Madaraka Festival in Seattle, Washington, which raises funds for our efforts in Seattle and Kenya. To learn more about One Vibe Africa, visit www.OneVibeAfrica.org
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