04:27An upcoming local DJ is making waves in Nairobi with his unique sound, as seen in footage captured on Sunday (July 28).
Video shows Paul Mwangi, aka 'DJ Boboss', performing in the streets with a one-of-a-kind turntable and mixer, which he built himself from repurposed cardboard and old radio switches.
"I started when I was in high school in Meru. Since then, I have loved music so much, and I wanted to make a sound system where I could reach people and they could hear my music," the DJ explained.
"I had no ability to buy more equipment to reach more people, so I made myself a sound system and started advertising myself in high school," he continued.
Mwangi has garnered a cult following since his high school days. His fans say his performances in the streets of Nairobi are 'inspirational' and lift their spirits.
"I am happy to see him. If he were not in Africa, if maybe he was overseas where they recognise talent, he would be successful," a local man said.
"I am relieved of everything that has been stressing me ever since he brought us music," added a second. "When he plays the songs, I find myself dancing and jumping for joy."
Mwangi says he is influenced by the energy of the 'Global South', inspired by the youth who he feels are 'fighting for their rights'.
The innovative artist has reached 154,000 followers on Instagram and hopes that people around the world will enjoy the unique energy created by his makeshift instruments.
Turning up the volume! Nairobi DJ makes waves with home-made turntable
An upcoming local DJ is making waves in Nairobi with his unique sound, as seen in footage captured on Sunday (July 28).
Video shows Paul Mwangi, aka 'DJ Boboss', performing in the streets with a one-of-a-kind turntable and mixer, which he built himself from repurposed cardboard and old radio switches.
"I started when I was in high school in Meru. Since then, I have loved music so much, and I wanted to make a sound system where I could reach people and they could hear my music," the DJ explained.
"I had no ability to buy more equipment to reach more people, so I made myself a sound system and started advertising myself in high school," he continued.
Mwangi has garnered a cult following since his high school days. His fans say his performances in the streets of Nairobi are 'inspirational' and lift their spirits.
"I am happy to see him. If he were not in Africa, if maybe he was overseas where they recognise talent, he would be successful," a local man said.
"I am relieved of everything that has been stressing me ever since he brought us music," added a second. "When he plays the songs, I find myself dancing and jumping for joy."
Mwangi says he is influenced by the energy of the 'Global South', inspired by the youth who he feels are 'fighting for their rights'.
The innovative artist has reached 154,000 followers on Instagram and hopes that people around the world will enjoy the unique energy created by his makeshift instruments.
An upcoming local DJ is making waves in Nairobi with his unique sound, as seen in footage captured on Sunday (July 28).
Video shows Paul Mwangi, aka 'DJ Boboss', performing in the streets with a one-of-a-kind turntable and mixer, which he built himself from repurposed cardboard and old radio switches.
"I started when I was in high school in Meru. Since then, I have loved music so much, and I wanted to make a sound system where I could reach people and they could hear my music," the DJ explained.
"I had no ability to buy more equipment to reach more people, so I made myself a sound system and started advertising myself in high school," he continued.
Mwangi has garnered a cult following since his high school days. His fans say his performances in the streets of Nairobi are 'inspirational' and lift their spirits.
"I am happy to see him. If he were not in Africa, if maybe he was overseas where they recognise talent, he would be successful," a local man said.
"I am relieved of everything that has been stressing me ever since he brought us music," added a second. "When he plays the songs, I find myself dancing and jumping for joy."
Mwangi says he is influenced by the energy of the 'Global South', inspired by the youth who he feels are 'fighting for their rights'.
The innovative artist has reached 154,000 followers on Instagram and hopes that people around the world will enjoy the unique energy created by his makeshift instruments.