KMRU
KMRU

KMRU

KENElectronic, Dance
25,581 monthly listeners
  • 13.4K followers
  • 17.1K followers
  • 4.9K followers
  • 305 fans

KMRU's Top Spotify Songs

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Space of Uncertainty
3.7K streams
2
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Differ
1.9K streams
3
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Well
1.8K streams
4
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in pieces
924 streams
5
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Drawing Water
912 streams
3.7K
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924
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912
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800
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697
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KMRU's Top Spotify Playlists in the past 3 Months

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Lava Lamp
by Spotify
2
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Exospheres
by Spotify
3
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A Long Now
by Spotify
4
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The Sound of Everything
by Spotify
5
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songs i've been listening to. playlist by courtney barnett
by Spotify
366.4K
Followers
192.9K
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49.5K
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33.9K
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KMRU's Chart Ranks

Past 12 Months

Events31 Events

May
03
KMRU at Casa Montjuïc
Spain
ESP
, BarcelonaN/A Public / Outdoor
May
17
KMRU at The White Hotel
United Kingdom
GBR
, Salford0 - 500 Hall
May
18
KMRU at Flying Duck
United Kingdom
GBR
, Glasgow0 - 500 Bar
May-Jun
30-02
Up To Date Festival
Poland
POL
, BialystokN/A N/A
Apr
05
KMRU at Immanuel Presbyterian Church
United States
USA
, Los Angeles500 - 1200 Other
Past
Mar
30
KMRU at The Lab
United States
USA
, San Francisco0 - 500 Hall
Past
Mar
21-24
Big Ears Festival
United States
USA
, KnoxvilleN/A N/A
Past
Mar
20
KMRU at Public Records
United States
USA
, New York0 - 500 Bar
Past
Feb
10
Alessandro Cortini at Barbican Centre
United Kingdom
GBR
, London1200 - 2500 Hall
Past

KMRU's Upcoming Events4 Events

  • KMRU at Casa Montjuïc

    KMRU
    Casa Montjuïc
    ESP, Barcelona
    Public / Outdoor
  • KMRU at The White Hotel

    KMRU, Dylan Henner
    The White Hotel
    GBR, Salford
    Hall0 - 500
  • KMRU at Flying Duck

    KMRU
    Flying Duck
    GBR, Glasgow
    Bar0 - 500
  • Up To Date Festival festival

    Colin Benders, Madam X, Loefah, Pinch, KMRU, Rezzett, Arthur Robert, Lake Haze, Konduku, TAFKAMP, Puce Mary, VC-118A, Flora Yin-Wong, Kid Drama, Sepehr, Lea Bertucci, pink concrete, Alegria, HVL, Marta De Pascalis, The Untouchables, Katatonic Silentio, Antonina Car, MPU101, Alberta Balsam, shjva, marie pravda, Adela Mede, Rethe, re:ni, Severja, Grażyna Biedroń, Mod21, Fleika, Michał Macewicz, blank
    POL, Bialystok
    Medium

KMRU's Past Events27 Events

  • KMRU at Immanuel Presbyterian Church

    KMRU
    Immanuel Presbyterian Church
    USA, Los Angeles
    Other500 - 1.2K
  • KMRU at The Lab

    KMRU
    The Lab
    USA, San Francisco
    Hall0 - 500
  • Big Ears Festival festival

    Jon Batiste, AdriAnne Lenker, André 3000, Herbie Hancock, Hermanos Gutiérrez, Fatoumata Diawara, Kurt Vile, MAVI, Rhiannon Giddens, Digable Planets, Hurray For The Riff Raff, Kokoroko, Julian Lage, Molly Tuttle, Roc Marciano, Laurie Anderson, Aoife O'Donovan, Pink Siifu, Brad Mehldau, Roger Eno, bar italia, Carl Craig, Christian McBride, Fly Anakin, Beth Orton, Colin Stetson, Shabaka Hutchings, Armand Hammer, Billy Woods, Bonnie 'Prince' Billy, Charles Lloyd, Son Rompe Pera, Leyla McCalla, Amythyst Kiah, Resavoir, Kristin Hersh, John Paul Jones, Laraaji, Marc Ribot, Jlin, Kassa Overall, Unwound, Cedric Burnside, Edgar Meyer, Colleen, Joan Shelley, Sleepytime Gorilla Museum, aja monet, Jakob Bro, King Britt, Sam Amidon, Joanna Sternberg, Brandon Coleman, Claire Rousay, Dibia$E, Slauson Malone, Jason Moran, Yasmin Williams, Finom, Caroline Shaw, Third Coast Percussion, The Messthetics, James Brandon Lewis, SHABAKA, Zsela, Golden Highway, Mighty Poplar, Jake Blount, John Medeski, KMRU, Mary Halvorson, Horse Lords, Secret Chiefs 3, Hatis Noit, Low Leaf, Tord Gustavsen, Samora Pinderhughes, Suzi Analogue, Nik Bärtsch, Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe, Bitchin Bajas, Trio Mediaeval, Dave Holland Quartet, Jana Horn, Fred Frith, Nadah el Shazly, Sofia Rei, DJ Heather, Jorge Roeder, Chocolate Genius Inc., Cyro Baptista, Myriam Gendron, Tyondai Braxton, Trevor Dunn, Darcy James Argue's Secret Society, Ka Baird, JG Thirlwell, Joe Russo, Ches Smith, Charlie Dark, Francesco Turrisi, David Virelles, Davóne Tines, Henry Threadgill, Tomeka Reid, Anssi Karttunen, Elliott Sharp, Computer Jay, JJJJJerome Ellis, Wayne Horvitz, Myra Melford, Titan To Tachyons, Faun Fables, Sex Mob, River Guerguerian, Ahleuchatistas, Kirk Knuffke, Eyvind Kang, Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, Suphala, Robin Holcomb, SIMON HANES, Molly Lewis, Matt Mitchell, Jessika Kenney, Mr. Sun, Anna Webber, Danni Lee, Sunken Cages, Joshua Abrams, Eric Mingus, Tomas Fujiwara, Helen Gillet, Yvette Janine Jackson, Brandon Ross, Elsa M'bala, Void Patrol, Ash Fure, Marc Ribot's Ceramic Dog, Colloboh
    USA, Knoxville
    Small
  • KMRU at Public Records

    KMRU
    Public Records
    USA, New York
    Bar0 - 500
  • Alessandro Cortini at Barbican Centre

    Alessandro Cortini, KMRU
    Barbican Centre
    GBR, London
    Hall1.2K - 2.5K

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KMRU's Beatport Songs

1
Artist Name
In A Distance (Original Mix)
Released on Jan 10, 2022
2
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Room with a View (Kmru Remix)
Released on Jul 24, 2020
3
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six (Original Mix)
Released on Dec 19, 2023
4
Artist Name
Eternal Summer (Extended in The Sun Mix)
Released on Sep 06, 2019
5
Artist Name
Eternal Summer (In the Sun Mix)
Released on May 08, 2020

In A Distance (Original Mix)

KMRU

Eternal Summer (Extended in The Sun Mix)

Jon Thomas, KMRU

DIALOGUE#1 (Original Mix)

Speedy J, Luke Slater, KMRU

neutral points (Original Mix)

KMRU

Librium (Original Mix)

KMRU

More about KMRU

Overview of Dance musician KMRU

Electronic music performer KMRU is a native of Kenya's thriving capital city of Nairobi. With their distinctive approach to electronic music and focus on the dance subgenre, KMRU has been making waves in the music business. Their music combines ancient African rhythms with modern electronic beats to produce an expressive and emotionally charged tone that is difficult to ignore.

Each song by KMRU tells a tale that is both unique and relatable, reflecting the diverse culture of Kenya. Their music has a depth that takes listeners to the heart of Africa thanks to the utilization of natural sounds like birds tweeting and rivers flowing. Their tunes' passionate lyricism and complex sound blending combine to produce an engrossing experience that is difficult to forget.

The music of KMRU is proof of the ability of electronic music to bridge cultural divides and unite people. KMRU is an emerging talent in the electronic music scene to watch in the next years thanks to their distinctive sound and expressive tone.

What are the most popular songs for Dance musician KMRU?

With some of his top tracks including "Jinja Encounters," "Well," "Space of Uncertainty," "Argon," and "Overlay - KMRU Remix," Nairobi, Kenyan musician KMRU has become well-known in the Electronic and Dance music scenes. A rising number of people are becoming fans of his distinctive approach, which combines ambient sounds with field recordings and live instrumentation.

The song "Jinja Encounters" is a perfect illustration of KMRU's distinctive sound. The song has a mesmerizing groove and varied background sounds, like birds chirping and water running. It is a popular among listeners since it instills a feeling of serenity and relaxation.

KMRU's "Space of Uncertainty" is another excellent song. The song opens with a soft melody that eventually intensifies into an explosion of electronic beats and background noise. It demonstrates KMRU's talent at bringing tension and release to his music.

The songs "Degree of Change," "Und," "Time of Day," "Why Are You Here," and "OT" are also noteworthy from KMRU. Each song demonstrates KMRU's capacity to experiment with many sounds and genres and has its own distinct style.

As he earns notoriety for his creative approach to music creation, KMRU's following in the Electronic and Dance music scene keeps expanding. Some of the most fascinating compositions in recent years have been produced by his talent for fusing ambient sounds with electronic beats.

What are the latest songs and music albums for Dance musician KMRU?

The Nairobi, Kenyan electronic and dance music artist KMRU has been churning out singles and albums on a regular basis lately. His most recent album, "Limen," which was published in 2022, features ambient and experimental soundscapes in his own style. The CD includes songs like "Oloolua Forest," "Ntina," and "Limen" that transport listeners to various aural settings.

Along with his most recent album, KMRU also released a number of singles in 2022 and 2023. His most recent tracks, including "Windbags / Lune," "Or Even Forever," and "Imperceptible Perceptible," continue to highlight his distinctive electronic music style. Another standout record that exhibits KMRU's aptitude at remixing and reinterpreting the work of other artists is "Blind Emperor (KMRU Rework)".

The music of KMRU is notable for its capacity to elicit a feeling of place and transport listeners to various settings. His works are frequently distinguished by their nuanced and intricate arrangements, and his use of field recordings and other noises gives his music a sense of texture and depth.

Overall, KMRU's most recent output shows that he can continue to push the envelope in dance and electronic music. KMRU is a rising talent in the electronic music field and one to watch in the next years because to his distinctive approach to sound design and composition.

Which are the most important music performances and festival appearances for Dance musician KMRU?

The Kenyan electronic and dance music artist KMRU has performed at a number of prestigious festivals and locations. Some of his most prominent appearances are his performances at the Dekmantel Festival and Primavera Sound Barcelona. He performed his experimental ambient music live on stage at Primavera Sound Barcelona, exhibiting his talent for constructing captivating aural environments. Similar to this, he captivated the audience at Dekmantel Festival with his distinct fusion of African and European sounds, leaving a lasting effect on everyone who had the good fortune to see him perform.

In order to further demonstrate his talent and push the frontiers of electronic and dance music, KMRU has also performed at other prestigious festivals, including By:Larm, Le Guess Who?, and Gamma Festival. His status as one of the most intriguing up-and-coming talents in the field has been cemented by these performances.

The top venues in the world, including TivoliVredenburg, Silent Green Kulturquartier, and Purcell Room at Southbank Centre, have hosted performances by KMRU. He is a sought-after musician in the electronic and dance music scene thanks to his versatility in adapting his sound to various environments and audiences.

Overall, KMRU has established himself as a rising star in the electronic and dance music scenes with his appearances at prestigious festivals and venues. His concerts are not to be missed because of his ability to produce distinctive and alluring sounds, which has distinguished him from his contemporaries.

Which are the most important collaborations with other musicians for Dance musician KMRU?

Many performers in the electronic and dance music genres have collaborated with KMRU from Nairobi, Kenya, however certain of those projects stand out. For instance, Koki Nakano and I worked together on the remix of "Overlay." The song features a mesmerizing tune that flawlessly combines Nakano's piano prowess with the electronic soundscapes of KMRU. It's the ideal illustration of how two artists from various backgrounds can collaborate to produce something distinctive and lovely.

In addition, Aho Ssan and I worked together on tunes like "Resurgence" and "Rebirth." These songs feature a more experimental sound by KMRU, with an emphasis on building engrossing soundscapes that carry listeners away. The tunes' general rhythm and strong percussion usage are both clearly influenced by Aho Ssan. These partnerships highlight KMRU's versatility as an artist and his capacity to cooperate with others to produce truly unique works of art.

Although KMRU's collaborations are all outstanding, "Constructs of Still" with Lyra Pramuk stands out. The song has a fascinating quality that captivates listeners and keeps them there. A really sublime experience is produced by the union of Pramuk's ethereal vocals and KMRU's meticulous production. It is evidence of the value of teamwork and how two artists can work together to produce something neither could have done independently.

KMRU has collaborated with various amazing musicians, but his projects with Koki Nakano, Aho Ssan, and Lyra Pramuk stand out. These songs are proof of the value of teamwork and of artists' capacity to work together to produce something genuinely unique.