10 Days in Dance

In this episode of the 10 Days in Dance podcast, host Amy Farina interviews Kenyan artist Sofiya Nzau, who shares her inspiring journey from singing in church to becoming an international sensation. Sofiya discusses the importance of embracing her native Kikuyu language in her music, the impact of TikTok on her success, and the challenges of balancing her family life with her burgeoning career. She reflects on her historic performance at Tomorrowland and her collaborations with other artists, while also highlighting the vibrant dance music scene in Kenya. As she looks forward to new releases and projects in the coming year, Sofiya emphasizes the importance of authenticity and connection in her music.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sophia Nzau

02:33 Sophia's Musical Journey from Kenya

05:23 The Impact of TikTok on Music Success

08:00 Embracing Native Language in Music

10:48 Balancing Family and Music Career

13:22 Performing at Tomorrowland

16:16 Collaborations and New Releases

16:47 The Meaning Behind Houttuynia

19:51 The Vibrant Music Scene in Kenya

22:30 Looking Ahead to Future Projects

EDM House Network article - https://edmhousenetwork.com/from-church-choirs-to-global-charts-a-sofiya-nzau-interview/

Connect with Sofiya Nzau

• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sofiyanzau/?hl=en
• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqCW6WUqLL9sos2ayvhWiKQ
• TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sofiyanzau?lang=en