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2 Chainz for Jameson Live

The highly controversial 2 Chainz concert courtesy of premium whisky Jameson hits the entertainment calendar yet again. This is the second attempt to host the event after the Grammy nominated rapper failed to show up. He will perform for the first time in Kenya alongside local acts DJ Stylez, Hassan, Khaligraph Jones and Kristoff. The event goes down at Ng’ong Racecourse tonight.

Fahrenheit hosts Empire Sound Anniversary

Club Fahrenheit in Embakasi will host the sixth anniversary of Kenya’s most renowned entertainment outfit Empire Sound tomorrow night. The anniversary features live performances from ZJ Heno, DJ Ocrima, MC Advice, Teargas, Selector Reno, DJ Partoh, DJ Hanif and special guests: GMoney, DJs Andy, Bash, Burn, Hassan, DJ Kang Kang of Daddy Family, Musical Sherif of Firehouse, Mixmaster’s DJ Katta and Ronnie Bwoy of Supreme Ent. Charges are Sh500.

The Sanaa Theatre Awards

Tone Communications hosts the second edition of its trademark Sanaa Theatre Gala Awards at Alliance Française this coming Tuesday. Through this year’s one of a kind theme: Innovation Towards True Kenyan Theatre, the ceremony, seeks to appreciate excellence in the theatre field. It promises to be a red carpet affair as the crème de la crème of the theatre world are expected to grace the gala. The Standard Group, University of Nairobi, Zetech University, Kenya Cultural Centre, the Kenya Performing Arts Group and National Organization of Peer Educators (NOPE) are the event sponsors.

Xclusive at Natives

Decksman DJ Xclusive headlines the ‘I Love Saturdays’ party at the popular Natives Sports Bar and Grill tomorrow night. Catch him as he spins and thrills fans all night.

Heineken Green Party at Tribeka

Premium beer Heineken hosts its trademark Green Party at Tribeka tomorrow night. The theme for the party is New York and it seeks to celebrate nightlife in the Big Apple.

Jamhuri White Party with Avril

Songbird Avril headlines the Jamhuri White Party at the popular Ladida Lounge in Rongai tonight. The Dome Ents hosted event will see the Hakuna Yule hitmaker performing live alongside DJ Emvy and MC Wakesho. Charges are two beers for Sh500 and the dress code is white.

BBQ Live at Naivasha

The social, outdoor food and entertainment event that is Barbecue Live goes down this weekend. It will be a first of its kind being a two-day barbecue festival that will go down at Lake Naivasha Resort, featuring an array of Kenya’s finest barbecue from various hotel and restaurants, interactive activities from barbeque competitions, water sports, go cart racing and horse riding among others. DJs Big Bear, Mikhail Kuzi, Joe Mfalme, Hypnotic, Andre, Saint and emcee Point Blank will headline the festival. Early bird tickets are Sh1,200, Sh1,500 for advance and Sh2,000 at the gate.

Groove Garden Party at Purdy

Purdy Arms in Karen presents the Groove Garden Afternoon Party today. It’s all about enjoying an afternoon and evening of good vibes and dance music courtesy of DJs Mikhail Kuzi, Barney Barrow and Digital Soul. Entry is free.

Mfalme at Hush

Catch spinmaster DJ Joe Mfalme as he spins and thrills fans at Club Hush in Kakamega tonight.

Nazizi at Winkers

Wheels Entertainment presents the Kenyan Nite Party at Club Winkers on the Malaba border tomorrow night. Veteran reggae songbird, the First Lady Nazizi headlines the show alongside Wilko and DJ Asprilla. Charges are Sh200.

Jua Cali for Go Down Super Gig

The GoDown continues its trademark platform of promoting and celebrating local acts today. This edition dubbed the Super Gig sees live performances from genge veteran Jua Cali, Nazizi, Zippy Okoth, Sarabi band, H_art the band, DJ Slakerz and emcee Lulu Saidi. Fun lovers also get to enjoy plenty of refreshments and drinks all day. There is no cover charge

Sauti Sol for Top Fry Food Festival

MTV EMA award winners Sauti Sol alongside Fena and celebrity chef Raphael are the headline acts at this year’s Top Fry 2014 Food Festival. The event guarantees foodies, restaurant lovers and chef groupies an exceptional time as it is the perfect ambiance for lip-smacking food, family fun and great music. The festival goes down at Uhuru Gardens in Lang’ata tomorrow afternoon. Adult charges are Sh1,000, Sh500 for kids and Sh2,000 for VIP.

Kalamashaka Album Launch Party

Dandora’s finest music group Kalamashaka host their much anticipated album launch dubbed The End of the Beginning at Tree House on Museum Hill tonight. The hip-hop heads perform live alongside the versatile and eclectic Yellow Light Machine. Advance charges are Sh1,000, Sh1,500 at the gate and Sh2,000 for VIP.

The Alchemy at Tree House

BPM Kenya hosts The Alchemy, a one of a kind exploration party that celebrates all things electronic music, at Tree House on Museum Hill tomorrow night. LA Dave, Suraj, Raj El Rey, Professor X, Mosh and Labman are on the decks. Charges are Sh1,000.

Gospel Acapella Concert at the Elephant

Live at The Elephant, a monthly musical series that celebrates diverse musical genres, goes down at the Elephant in Lavington this Sunday. It is the Zaburi edition this time round and features three hours of heavenly gospel music with performances from Tanzania based acapella group Sonda Ya Dhilu, Kenya’s Final Appeal, The Humbled, Moulded For Him, FIL and Shofar. Advance charges are Sh1,000 and Sh1,500 at the gate.