Musicians urged to use political songs to preach peace, not hate

Musician John Demathew (now deceased) entertains 'Team Embrace' at a political rally in Murang'a. [Kibata Kihu, Standard]

The emergence of provocative songs with thinly veiled but strong attacks against two leading political formations have raised the alarm.

Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya Alliance, led by Raila Odinga and Kenya Kwanza coalition, led by Deputy President William Ruto, appear to have their cheerleaders among the Gikuyu Benga artistes.