Astar performs “Answer My Call” at #MLL - Mwapi Lounge Live

Letting It Go/ They Say at #MLL - Mwapi Lounge Live

#MLL - Mwapi Lounge Live - Astar feat. Rigga [Dec 2011 Edition]

MWAPI Entertainment and C.T.A. - Cleaning The Airwaves present,

MWAPI LOUNGE LIVE
“An Intimate Hip Hop Live Band Experience”
Astar “The inspirational story teller” feat. Rigga

Date - 3rd Dec 2011 (Every 1st Sat. of the month)
Venue - Kilele Restaurant - Luther Plaza
Charges - KSH 500
RSVP - 0728-595-022
Time - 7pm to Midnight

NB - Live show begins at 9pm but come hang out with friends, enjoy the great DJ MWAPI Music, food, board games, Nintendo Wii, and so much more
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STRICTLY 60 PEOPLE
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Unashamed Kenya - Lecrae and Friends

Posted by mwapi on October 13th, 2011

Twelve Agency, Spinrej, Madlove Lounge, CTA, Mavuno Teenz Konnekt and Reach Booking Presents: LECRAE AND FRIENDS LIVE IN KENYA (UNASHAMED CONCERT) - The Movement with 116 clique

Date - 18th Nov. 2011
Venue - Mavuno Dome (South C, Belle-Vue)
Time - 6.30pm - 6am
Charges - Ksh 500, Ksh 1,500 (VIP)
BUY TICKETS - http://bit.ly/mTtbWk (Ticketsasa.com)

Artists - This November, Reach Records recording artists Lecrae, Trip Lee, KB,PRO and Tedashii, along with DJ Official and special guest C-lite, will join forces for a Kenyan tour. “UNASHAMED KENYA”.

This year’s concert is themed “The Movement” in light of the growing body of believers from different backgrounds who are now united in Christ, living unashamed and dedicated to seeing the Lord made famous in every arena. Those who consider themselves a part of the movement–116 Clique members–are driven by Romans 1:16, “I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation…”

Concertgoers can expect to be encouraged and challenged by the latest music from the Reach camp–with new albums between

116 clique have become staples in Christian Rap–having performed across the world and continually inspiring a generation of believers around the world. “This tour will give 116 Clique members throughout Kenya an opportunity to experience and be a part of the worldwide movement,” says Cedrick Todwell, CEO of Twelve Agency.

Thanks to sponsors: West Breeze Hotel, Roma Media, Ghetto radio, Mwafrika.com, Rangers Restaurant, Square Gold PR, Kenya Airways, Verge Media, Standard Group, Hope Fm and CTA (MWAPI Entertainment).
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Reach Records (Website)
http://reachrecords.com/
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Running Through The Storm - Kanjii

Posted by mwapi on October 10th, 2011

Running - Kanjii - http://bit.ly/oolpSj
Download - (Download)
Written By Kanjii Mbugua & Russel Crain
Produced By Russel Crain
Mixed & Mastered By Russel Crain
Album - CTA Presents Kanjii - http://www.kenyandownloads.com/kanjii/
Kijiji Records 2011
All Rights Reserved

Lyrics

Lately I’ve been thinking, how did I find myself alone/
Lately I’ve been thinking, will the sun shine when the rain is gone/
How can I be the sun after the rain/
How can I be the one to ease your pain/
Lately I’ve been thinking that there’s gonna be so much more than this/

Oh the pain is killing me,  clouding my destiny/
Rise above coz I believe there’s much more inside of me so i’m…

Running/ Running through the storm/
Running/ Running through the storm/

I am the sun that’s shining/
I am the battle that’s fighting/
I am the eagle rising if I close my eyes/
I can be the warmth after the rain/
I can be the one to ease your pain/
Lately I’ve been thinking it doesn’t have to be a dream no…

Oh the pain is killing me,  clouding my destiny/
Rise above coz I believe there’s much more inside of me so i’m…

Running/ Running through the storm/
Running/ Running through the storm/
Running/ Running through the storm/
Running/ Running through the storm/

And when the fight is over/
When the clouds have passed away/
My head high with my hands up/
Ready for another day/
I can… I can… I can…

Oh the pain is killing me,  clouding my destiny/
Rise above coz I believe there’s much more inside of me so i’m…

Running/ Running through the storm/
Running/ Running through the storm/
Running/ Running through the storm/
Running/ Running through the storm/

Big Boys Don’t Cry - Astar feat. Javen

Posted by mwapi on October 10th, 2011

“Saying bye to the pain inside i’m letting tears fall even though big boys don’t cry…”

Big Boys Don’t Cry - Astar feat. Javen
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
Album - Letting It Go - http://www.Kenyandownloads.com/Astar
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
All Rights Reserved

Big Boys Don’t Cry (Radio Single) - Download
Big Boys Don’t Cry (Instrumental) - Download
Big Boys Don’t Cry (Vocals) - Download

Dudes (Men) for some reason have this external hardcore-ness about them. A guy’s world may be crushing, his inside broken, broke to the bone, his heart hurting like crazy… but for one

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Lyrics
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Intro
Saying bye to the pain inside I’m letting tears fall even though big boys don’t cry/ Let the tears fall cry, cry, cry…

Verse One
According to the light/ A star was born about 3 years later/ My mom was gone/ Now I didn’t understand exactly what I did wrong so 28 years on/ I’m writing a song/ Yo I gotta be real/ I need to open up the closet so you can see a glimpse of the real me/ Stand tall, my head high, I need to be strong/ Let it go, bye bye, so I can move on/ Mummy packed, left her baby alone/ I was staring out the window, “when’s mom coming home?”/ Days turned to weeks/ Months to years/ Pillow case stains/ Eyes without tears/ So insecure I felt so rejected/ I’d get a girlfriend but I’d expect her to exist/ Smile on my face but inside it’s upside down dear Lord please wipe away the frown/

Chorus
Even though you see a big smile - Deep inside I wanna die, die, die…
Doesn’t mean all the pain has been erased - Dear Lord I’m asking why, why, why…
Dear Lord would you please take this pain away - Wipe the tears away bye, bye, bye…
Crying out to You with my heart I sing - Someone tell me why the big boys Don’t Cry?

Verse Two
She said she loves me/ then she said she loves me a lot/ she said she loves me just a little now she loves me not/ she said whatever/ through the ups and down together/ forever then she went and changed like the weather/ Astar “The Light” the fans can’t see the tears fall/ dude I’m a superstar I ain’t gonna call/ I got the swagga the bounce can’t let the pain show/ you win some you lose some guess shorty had to go…

Chorus

Verse Three
They say that big boys don’t cry/ that’s a lie/ at 33yrs old the big boy cried/ nailed on the cross the big boy died we got issues I’m letting mine out pass the tissue/ shackles on my feet hold me back from the high peaks/ So I release to make peace tell the pain peace/ no “but’s” big boys are never scared to move/ no beef wet cheeks to prove/ expose like polaroid see my tears/ I’ve paused for too long it’s time to face my fears/ I’m filling up the void a new era bye Moi/ sweeping under the mat soldier boy got his swagger back/ I’m saying bye to the pain inside I’m letting tears fall even though big boys don’t cry/ let the tears fall cry, cry, cry/ no more I’m saying bye, bye, bye…

Chorus

CTA - Cleaning The Airwaves

MWAPI Entertainment
Music With A Positive Influence
http://www.Kenyangospel.com/mwapi

Letting It Go - Astar

Posted by mwapi on August 5th, 2011

CTA (Cleaning The Airwaves) using CSI (Culture Shaping Icons) to create, distribute and promote MWAPI (Music With A Positive Influence).

“Letting It Go” is my personal “Astar  biography” of Genesis 22. The story of Abraham letting go of his son Isaac. This 2 and a half year journey that I’m still walking has seen me let go of different hurts, pains, struggles, successes, etc… I’m 18 steps (18 songs) closer to becoming “A Man Of Great Faith”. Download for FREE or BUY the album. Let me know your thoughts Richardnjau@yahoo.com - Share this link with others, post it on your Twitter and FB wall and status. Help me attain the vision intended for this album. CTA - Cleaning The Airwaves

LETTING IT GO (CD/DVD) - Available at CD Shop Ground Floor 20th Century (Ksh600)

(1) Intro
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
All Rights Reserved

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(2) Letting It Go feat. Jaya
Written By Patricia “Jaya” Awinja & Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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Instrumental - Download
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(3) Radio feat. Kanjii & Juliani
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau, Kanjii Mbugua, Michelle Kwambo & Julius “Juliani” Owino
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Kijiji Records
Kijiji Records/ MWAPI Entertainment 2011
All Rights Reserved

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(4) His Name feat. Dee
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
Additional Vocals by Diana “Dee” Nduba
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
All Rights Reserved

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Instrumental - Download
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(5) Don’t Cry (Interlude I) - dedicated to Angie Gachui and Mwendwa “Mwendie” Mbugua
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
Additional Vocals by Patricia “Jaya” Awinja
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
All Rights Reserved

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(6) Leave It Alone feat. Dee & Rigga
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau, Charles “Rigga” Righa, Kanjii Mbugua & Diana “Dee” Nduba
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
All Rights Reserved

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Instrumental - Download
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(7) Answer My Call feat. Brian King
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
Additional Vocals by Brian King Mbugua
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
All Rights Reserved

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(8) Public Apology feat. Allan Aaron
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau and Harun “Allan Aaron” Mwangi
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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(9) Songa feat. Kerah
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau & Githiomi “Kerah” Kirangi
Produced By David “BlackMan” Muthami at BlackMan Entertainment
BlackMan Entertainment/ MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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Instrumental - Download
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(10) Don’t Cry (Interlude II)
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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(11) Big Boys Don’t Cry feat. Javen
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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Instrumental - Download
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(12) Broken Pieces
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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(13) Bado Sijafika feat Rigga
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau & Charles “Rigga” Righa
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
Additional Vocals by Charles “Rigga” Righa
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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(14) The Calling
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By Desmond “Big Boss” Bosire”
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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(15) Taxi Driver feat. Kanjii
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By David “BlackMan” Muthami at Kijiji Records
Kijiji Records/ MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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(16) Adios
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau
Produced By Ben “Gitxx” Gitau at Rhyme-X Studio
MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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Instrumental - Download
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(17) Gorgeous feat. Saint P (Bonus I)
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau & Patrick “Saint P”
Produced By Saint P at Homeboyz Studios
Homeboyz/ MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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(18) MWAPI Freestyle feat. Kerah (Bonus II)
Written By Richard “Astar” Njau & Githiomi “Kerah” Kirangi
Produced By David “BlackMan” Muthami at Kijiji Records
Kijiji Records/ MWAPI Entertainment 2011
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Bado Sijafika - Astar & Rigga

Posted by mwapi on July 22nd, 2011



BUY SONG/ALBUM - http://bit.ly/pbbbCc (Via Credit Card, MPESA, ZAP or PAP) OR from here - http://www.kenyandownloads​.com/Astar/

Wherever we are in life, whatever state we are in, all of us must individually come to the sober conclusion that Bado Sijafika (I’m not there yet!). This song is the same tale told from two perspectives, culminating in that one conclusion; Bado Sijafika.

Rigga begins by painting the picture of the storm; the tight-spot between the proverbial rock and the hard place. When circumstances work against him, he chooses to seek solace in the Promise. For many of us, our hope is that though we face many troubles, these too shall pass. This is not the end of our story. Bado Sijafika.

And Astar, quite differently, recalls the many victories that have made up his journey thus far. It’s easy for us to delude ourselves that because of our numerous successes, “we’ve made it!” He, however, reminds us all, that having accomplished a lot, we’re only getting started. As long as we have the breath of life in our lungs, we must all understand that Bado Sijafika.

As for the cool instrumentation and programming done by Gittx (Rhymex Studios), the awesome video done by the team at Sakata Media, our able bodied music video “errand boy” Wesonga and the rest of our all-star extras (yes, they are ALL stars), we are most grateful that in one voice we can all say, Bado Sijafika.

(Phillipians 3:12-14) - Bado Sijafika

BADO SIJAFIKA - ASTAR & RIGGA

Bado Sijafika (Video MP4 File) - FREE DOWNLOAD
Bado Sijafika (Instrumental) - FREE DOWNLOAD
Bado Sijafika (Vocals) - FREE DOWNLOAD
Bado Sijafika (Radio Edit) - BUY SONG (Ksh 30) - HERE
Produced by Ben “Gitxx” Gitau
Video by Sakata Media
Executive Producers - Mariners Church/ Kijiji Records
C.T.A. - Cleaning The Airwaves
Album - Letting It Go - http://bit.ly/pbbbCc (Astar)
Urban Prayer - Rigga (Coming Soon)
Kijiji Record/ Mwapi Entertain/Meant

CTA Unplugged (Week 3) - KWAME

Posted by mwapi on July 14th, 2011

Watch original video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pm42harhenc

THE BREAK-DOWN - In this segment the featured artists peforms as well as talks about the inspiration behind the song. CTA (Cleaning The Airwaves) Unplugged presents Kenyan R&B singer “Kwame” on a piano acoustic performance of his single “Maisha”. Maisha is a true life story of his struggles. His pain, his hurt… but despite what life may through at him, Kwame is still standing, still pushing on, still moving strong, still using his gift to change this world. It features Simiyu on Keys and Jaya on vocals. Live Recording video by Washamba Unlimited.

BUY MUSIC - http://www.Kenyandownloads.com/Astar

Watch Original Holela Video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1uCCxerxBw

THE THROW-DOWN - In this segment the featured artists acoustically performs his/her original MWAPI (Music With A Positive Influence) composition. CTA (Cleaning The Airwaves) Unplugged presents Kenyan mwapi R&B artist “Kwame” on a piano acoustic performance of “Holela”.

This animated movie addresses issues surrounding the spread of HIV. A challenging subject to approach visually, we decided on a hand drawn style of animation to illustrate a variety of different characters who are either directly affected by HIV or taking precautions to avoid it. Out goal was to promote empowerment for both women and men concerning issues regarding safe sex, and to address directly the awkwardness that is often felt around the subject of using protection during sex-giving a positive message not simply to abstain, but to take control and to take care.

Astar Music
http://www.Kenyandownloads.com/Astar

REAL TALK - In this segment the featured artists talks about what he/she is doing to positively impact society. Astar passionately shares the positive message behind Kwame’s mwapi song “Holela”. The A,B,C of sex.
A - Abstain till marriage
B - Be faithful to one partner
C - wear a Condom

Download Music - http://www.Kenyandownloads.com/Astar

THE THROW-DOWN - In this segment the featured artists acoustically performs his/her original MWAPI (Music With A Positive Influence) composition. CTA (Cleaning The Airwaves) Unplugged presents Kenyan R&B singer “Kwame” on a piano acoustic performance of “Mola”. Check out the original version - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=se1a5GfhahE

Buy Music - http://www.Kenyandownloads.com/Astar

Dedication to all the none-tax paying MP’s out there!!

CTA Unplugged (Week 2) - PLAZ

Posted by mwapi on July 1st, 2011

CTA Unplugged officially kicked off today (20/06/11) on THE BEAT (NTV) with it’s first segment titled “THE TAKE-BACK“. In this segment the featured artists gives his/her MWAPI (Music With A Positive Influence) interpretation of a popular song. Removing any negativity and adding hope and inspiration into the overall message of the song. CTA (Cleaning The Airwaves) Unplugged presents Kenyan gospel rapper “PLAZ” on a piano acoustic Take-Back performance of Criag David’s “Walking Away”. It features Munyali Simiyuon Keys and Jaya on vocals.

THE THROW-DOWN - In this segment the featured artists acoustically performs his/her original MWAPI (Music With A Positive Influence)
composition. CTA (Cleaning The Airwaves) Unplugged presents Kenyan mwapi rapper “PLAZ” on a piano acoustic performance of “Music For The Kids”.

CTA Unplugged (Week 1) - ASTAR

Posted by mwapi on June 21st, 2011

CTA Unplugged officially kicked off today (20/06/11) on
THE BEAT (NTV) with it’s first segment titled “THE TAKE-BACK“. In this
segment the featured artists gives his/her MWAPI (Music With A Positive
Influence) interpretation of a popular song. Removing any negativity and
adding hope and inspiration into the overall message of the song. CTA
(Cleaning The Airwaves) Unplugged presents Kenyan gospel rapper “Astar”
on a piano acoustic Take-Back performance of Dr. Dre & Eminem “I
Need A Doctor”. It features Joe Were on Keys and Jaya on vocals.

THE THROW-DOWN - In this segment the featured artists acoustically
performs his/her original MWAPI (Music With A Positive Influence)
composition. CTA (Cleaning The Airwaves) Unplugged presents
Kenyan mwapi rapper “Astar” on a piano acoustic performance of “Public
Apology”. Public Apology is a true life confession by Astar. The song is
off his sophomore album titled, “Letting It Go”. The original single
features Mukorino artist, Allan Aaron.

REAL TALK - In this segment the featured artists talks about what he/she is doing to positively impact society. Astar talks about CTA, his campaign/ movement to see the airwaves cleaned through :- C - Character building through mentorship T - Training which involves sharpening the artists skills A - Advancement which involves launching the artists into the industry.

THE BREAK-DOWN - In this segment the featured artists peforms as well as talks about the inspiration behind the song. CTA (Cleaning The Airwaves) Unplugged presents Kenyan rapper “Astar” on a piano acoustic performance of his single “Angel”. Angel is a dramatic true life story that showcases the grace of God in one’s life. The single is off his debut album “The Light.” It features Joe Were on Keys and Jaya on vocals. Live Recording video by Washamba Unlimited.

FREE FRIDAY on CTA UNPLUGGED - The artists has the opportunity to jam!! I decided to do another TAKE-BACK. This time around it was B.O.B. “Airplanes”. Enjoy :-)

Astar Music
http://www.Kenyandownloads.com/Astar

CTA - Cleaning The Airwaves

MWAPI Entertain/Meant
Music With A Positive Influence
http://www.Kenyangospel.com/mwapi