KMRU

Joseph Kamaru (KMRU), is a sound artist, and producer based in Nairobi. He is notable for making intelligent atmospheric and emotionally experimental electronic music, giving a personal touch using everything from gritty indigenous sounds to field recordings and Synthesis to create intricate sonic soundscapes.

Already earmarked by Resident Advisor as one of '15 East African Artists You Need To Hear', KMRU is truly pioneering in the East African experimental music scene and breaking borders with his ambient sounds. He is a regular of the legendary Nyegenyege Festival since 2017 to date and has also presented his live performances at CTM festival and Gamma Festival.

KMRU made quite an impression in 2019, selected to participate at the Music Makers Hacklab, CTM Festival, released his latest Erased Ep on London label, Byrd Out, participated in GAMMA AI Lab Russia and participated at Mutek Montreal AI Lab in 2020.

Aside from his music production, KMRU has also been presenting a monthly show on Bloop, guesting on NTS Radio and Rinse FM and runs the Nairobi Ableton User Group and developing sound installations.