Aipate (pronounced ‘eye-pah-teh’) is an online music publication that was created to serve those seeking to discover fresh sounds and emerging talent. Founded on an appreciation for diverse musical expressions, the blog celebrates the global tapestry of music genres, from indie, electronic and Afro pop to hip-hop, R&B and alternative.

Our mission at Aipate is to discover, showcase and promote those artists — emerging or established — who are pushing boundaries. We believe music can be an agent to bridge the cultural gaps that could, otherwise, keep us apart. Aipate reflects this belief by featuring a diverse array of talent from around the world.

Our writers who are based in Kenya and beyond are, above everything else, music fans. Their in-depth reviews, artist interviews and inspired playlist curation have made Aipate the go-to destination for music exploration.

But our work doesn’t stop at music discovery. Through industry data analyses & insights and op-ed style pieces, we offer our readers behind-the-scenes glimpses of the music industry as well as forecasts of what the future holds for creatives and other practitioners.

Welcome to Aipate.