Sauti Sol is an exceptional and influential Afro-pop group that is based and originated from Kenya. The band was formed in Nairobi by vocalists Bien-Aimé Baraza, Willis Chimano, and Savara Mudigi in 2005. The Sauti Sol band was initially an Acappella group, till guitarist Polycarp Otieno joined after which they named themselves Sauti.
Members of Sauti Sol Band
The band consists of four members with versatile talents and roles to complement each other. Below are their names;
- Bien-Aimé Baraza – Songwriter, Guitar, Piano
- Willis Chimano – Baritone, Performer, Keytar
- Savara Mudigi – Vocalist, Producer, Drums, Bass Guitar
- Polycarp Otieno – Guitarist, Producer, Composer, Arranger.
Sauti Sol Albums Released
The popular afro-pop band released their debut studio album “Mwanzo” on 1 November 2008. Their second studio album, “Sol Filosofia” was released on February 25, 2011, earning the group a number of accolades and nominations in the process. On June 18, 2012, the band released a self-titled extended play in collaboration with South African rapper and record producer Spoek Mathambo. Their third studio album, “Live and Die in Afrika” was released online on 21 November 2015 as a free download, available for 48 hours as an early Christmas present.
Sauti Sol Awards Won
Sauti Sol band has received both local and international nominations like; Kisima Music Awards, Channel O Music Video Awards, MTV Europe Music Award for Best African Act, and BET Awards 2015.
Sauti Sol Net Worth
Sauti Sol has an estimated net worth of $10 million. The group charges a minimum of $13,000.00 per show.