Aaron Rimbui – “Not Being Seen Doesn't Mean You're Not Successful”

Kenyan pianist, keyboardist, composer and producer Aaron Rimbui is among the most well-known and respected figures in East African Jazz. However he's not your typical jazz artist but a master at improvisation in a class of his own.

In this interview, the trailblazer who has shaped and elevated the jazz scene in East Africa for the past 20 years with his unique blend of jazz piano and African rhythms, looks back at his illustrious career and major moves that have brought him to this part of his career. Interestingly, he's still thriving on taking risks and isn't afraid to start over in new territories. Rimbui is now based out of New York City and continues to work as a music and artistic director, bandleader, festival curator, radio host, recording artist and most notably a refined live performer who has shared his incredible talent before international audiences.

Aaron has released 5 albums including the acclaimed 'Bald Men Love Better' with Bien-Aime Baraza of Sauti Sol. He is the winner of the 2018 Mzantsi Jazz Award for Best International Collaboration Album for his album, 'Kwetu'. Rimbui has performed across the globe in northern Europe, in over 40 U.S states and throughout the African continent having opened concerts for the legendary Hugh Masekela, Grammy Award winner Richard Bona, and shared the stage with Bobi Wine and Tiwa Savage. He’s also been featured in Kirk Whalum’s global collaboration Humanité and in Spike Lee’s Netflix series She’s Gotta Have It.

Rimbui’s mission to cultivate and grow recognition for African Jazz is seen in his extensive history of bringing together jazz musicians whether it be for his albums 'Deeper' and 'Kwetu' or curating unforgettable live performances at numerous jazz festivals over the years.

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