Veteran comedian Walter Mong'are, popularly known as Nyambane, is doing a new sound for the Kenyan national anthem.
Speaking to Word Is at the launch of 'Uplifted Records' in Kisii county, he said the anthem needs a new sound.
"Being in public service, I noticed that most people stand when the national anthem is sung not because they feel the allegiance and passion for the anthem, but because it is an obligation," he said.
"We do not know the history of our national anthem, who wrote it, what inspired it and why it is written on a minor key. A minor key, for those who understand music, is sweet and melodious, but it doesn't grab the soul.
"Once we rework the national anthem, I would like to launch the song to like two million people in two weeks."
The producers who will be working on the remix include award-winning producer Cedo, Motif, Irakoze and Teddy B.
"Guys, we look up to you to write a new sound for the country, put a heart to it and the rest of us will be here to cheer you on," Walter told the producers.
"This is a sound Kenyans will take ownership of and they will buy into it because of the pride it will give them of being Kenyan."
'Uplifted Records' studio offers concierge services to all artistes.
"Build something that becomes of great benefit for all of us. From spaces to be creative, record, edit, sell and market the content," he said.
"The studio is located in a serene environment, where artistes can make a road trip out of the recording session, and away from the hustle and bustle of the busy life of the city."
The 47-year-old officially resigned as the Youth Affairs director in the Office of the President early this month. He was appointed in 2017.
"As a leader, you have to know when to hand over, even when you are at the peak of anything you are doing," he said.
"Supporting young people has never been a choice but an obligation, particularly when it's their time, their turn and their future."
