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NAME:Sauti Sol
FOUNDERS:Bien-Aimé Baraza, Willis Austin Chimano, Savara Mudigi, Polycarp Otieno
NATIONALITY:Kenyan
YEAR FORMED:2005
OCCUPATION:Musicians and Guitarist
GENRE: Afro-pop, rock, R&B, and electronica
NOTABLE AWARDS: MTV Africa Music Award for Best Group in 2014 and the BET Award for Best International Act in 2015
NOTABLE WORKS: Mwanzo (2008), Sol Filosofia (2011), Live and Die in Africa (2015), Afrikan Sauce (2017), and Midnight Train (2020)
INFLUNCERS:Fadhili William, Daudi Kabaka, Salif Keita, Lokua Kanza, Fally Ipupa, Coldplay, and Jason Mraz
NET WORTH: $20 million
"Sauti Sol is a Kenyan Afro-pop band founded in 2005, comprising Bien-Aimé Baraza, Willis Chimano, Savara Mudigi, and Polycarp Otieno. With their soulful harmonies and infectious rhythms, they have captivated audiences worldwide. Their music combines traditional Kenyan influences with modern pop and rock elements, creating a unique sound that resonates with fans of all ages. With critically acclaimed albums and numerous awards under their belt, Sauti Sol continues to push the boundaries of African music, inspiring a new generation of artists and fans alike."
The band has won numerous awards, including the MTV Africa Music Award for Best Group in 2014 and the BET Award for Best International Act in 2015. They have also been nominated for Grammy Awards, and their song "Unconditional Love" was used as the soundtrack for the 2016 film "The Good Lie."
