Richie Gathu is a 24-year-old music artist and self-taught producer born in Nairobi, Kenya before immigrating and being raised in the town of Bristol, UK in his early life. Richie’s African roots deeply define his sound and the influence of his proud culture and heritage have been evident throughout his previous releases, most notably; the Black Boy Lane EP and 7:27.
An artist with an ever-developing sound immersed in catchy melodies and storytelling verses, Richie Gathu brings an indistinguishable sound to the table. As far as diverse penmanship skills go, Richie’s ability to curate different moods with every release is unmatched. His previous single, ‘Championships’ highlights his growth as both an artist and producer, as well as Richie’s ability to craft hard-hitting punchlines and memorable hooks.