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Maya Amolo
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Maya Amolo, is a notable Kenyan alternative R&B artist based in New York, is recognized for her uniquely raspy voice and introspective songwriting. Coming from a musically inclined background, her musical journey started in high school, with her rapping over YouTube beats and gaining attention on Soundcloud. In 2022, she headlined the first Fresh Find Africa playlist on Spotify, which was backed by the release of her debut EP, "Leave Me At The Pregame," in the same year. The EP achieved an impressive feat by clinching the top spot on Kenya's Apple Music R&B charts.
Discography
Albums3
Asali (Sweeter)
Asali (Sweeter)2023 • AlbumTracks: 18
Asali
Asali2022 • AlbumTracks: 10
Leave Me At The Pregame
Leave Me At The Pregame2020 • AlbumTracks: 7
Singles5
Cotton Candy
Cotton Candy2023 • SingleTracks: 1
Foundry
Foundry2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Can't Get Enough
Can't Get Enough2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Jokes
Jokes2020 • SingleTracks: 1
I Know
I Know2020 • SingleTracks: 1
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