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Wyre
First Name: Kevin
Last Name: Waire
Stage Name: Wyre
Country: Kenya
Born: 1981
Primary Language: Swahili
Other Languages: English

Participations

30
Songwriter
1
Producer
Bio
Wyre, also known as Kevin Waire, is an award-winning Kenyan R&B and reggae artist who launched his music career in 1996. Besides his musical talents, he possesses a background in mass communication from the Institute of Communication Studies and Development and is a trained journalist. Wyre is the co-founder and CEO of BLOOW, a platform that empowers emerging artists to monetize their creative content. He's celebrated for his roles in renowned groups like Necessary Noize and the East African Bashment Crew, along with a successful solo career. He's ventured into music production and established Love Child Records, his own label. Additionally, he's been a brand ambassador for prominent companies, including Samsung, Sportpesa, Mziiki, and Safaricom.
Discography
Albums4
Lion
Lion2015 • AlbumTracks: 18
Re-Wyred
Re-Wyred2010 • AlbumTracks: 4
10 Years Wiser
10 Years Wiser2009 • AlbumTracks: 20
Definition of Love
Definition of Love2006 • AlbumTracks: 15
Label
Record Label associated with Wyre - past and current.
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