Kanja Muchoki
KANJA Muchoki is poised to be one of the most sought-after artists in the music industry. Born in London to a Kenyan family and raised in the DMV (DC/Maryland/Virginia) area, where he developed his sound, KANJA has been touring the world since the age of 15 sharing his unique sound. Known for blending hip-hop, R & B, reggae and African polyrhythmic music, KANJA infuses his native languages of Kikuyu and Swahili into his lyrics. This signature sound has garnered fans from as far as the continent of Africa, Europe, Asia, and throughout in United States. Both an entertainer and scholar, KANJA has thoroughly entertained audiences during appearance on BET’s Blaze the Stage and at the prestigious Hampton University, where he was featured on a separate occasions, alongside neo-soul recording artists, Raheem Devaughn, J. Holiday, Slim (from Legendary R & B group 112), Jeremiah, Latoya Luckett, Fabolous, & 2 city show in Virginia/Maryland opening up for Reggae/dancehall legend Beenie Man. KANJA founded Red Touch
Entertainment, alongside Emukule Ekirapa, former MTV base Africa VJ in Kenya, Africa. The proceeds of earnings go to aid the HIV/AIDS campaign in East Africa. In October 2009, his infectious music and versatile performances led to his coveted win on BET’s 106 & Park Wild Out Wednesdays. In June 2010, he was invited back to BET for an encore performance in the all-star segment of 106 & Park.