CYNTHIA KUTO GEARED FOR IDOLS REUNION

September is a big month for Kenya music. Apart from hosting MTV MAMA and My Video grand finale, the 2008 MTV idols finalists are also set to converge in Nairobi to launch a compilation album.

The 2008 Africa Idols contestants’ assault set for September 20, into the African music market will be lead by Kenya’s representative Cynthia Kuto who is yet to decide which of her 13 songs – of different genres ranging from rock beats, zouk to a Reggae ballad- will feature in her maiden album. The fete will be staged at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, basketball gymnasium.

“I have been in touch with Eric Moyo (Zimbabwe), Faycal (Rwanda) and Samantha Rufaro of Malawi who have confirmed their participation,” said an upbeat Kuto. Also expected are Adiona Maboreke and Mkhululi Bhebhe from Zimbabwe, Zambia’s Trina Chisanga as well as Uganda’s Nicollete Kiiga and Kuto’s compatriot Christine Apondi.
Take 2 Communications, the event organisers, say plans for the concert which is set to curtain rise this year’s “MTV MAMA” grand finale are in high gear.