Globally acclaimed Kenyan artist Bien Baraza Alusa has revealed that his inspiration for music contrary to popular belief comes from a different East African country.
The talented singer, songwriter, and guitarist was performing in Kampala, Uganda when he made the revelation.
Bien heaped praises on the landlocked country admitting to having learned a great deal from Ugandan legendary artists which he notes shaped him into the amazing musician that he is today.
“It was mostly Ugandan music that made me the musician that I am today,” Bien said at his concert dubbed 'A Night With Bien' which was held at the Kampala Serena Hotel.
He went on to share his immense love for the country and its people thanking them for their contributions in setting Africa right on the map.
“I am grateful for your existence as a country and as a people, and for what you’ve done for this continent. I love you," added the 'Bald Man Anthem' crooner who has been married to Ugandan dance enthusiast and choreographer Chikwere better known as Chiki Kuruka.
During the concert, as a sincere show of appreciation and in a bid to show his deep connections with Uganda and its people Bien performed a few Ugandan songs. He also thrilled fans with his 2018 hit song 'Mbozi Za’malwa' which he and his fellow Sauti Sol band members did with Bebe Cool.
Bien also went on to perform Ugandan artist Jose Chamelone’s Mama Mia and Jamila, as well as Obsessions’ Jangu.
He also heaped praises on Chamelone describing him as a “legendary artiste” and “Someone who has inspired me all my life, as an artiste”.
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