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Emigrant musicians who made Kenya their home

Orchestra Super Mazembe sparked a sharp competition with local bands and saw the release of major hits. PHOTO | FILE | NATION MEDIA GROUP

By  Elvis Ondieki

What you need to know:

  • They met an adulating fan base miles away from their countries, exotic entertainment spots eager to have them perform, and good tidings generally.
  • Because the artistes visited Kenya in their youth, they found the environment conducive and in no time they had families, hence tying them down.

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