SAMIDOH PAYS TRIBUTE TO JOHN DEMATHEW 6 YEARS AFTER HIS PASSING

Mugithi musician Samidoh dedicated a full hour of his recent concert to honouring the life of the late singer, John DeMathew, six years after his untimely passing.

The tribute took place during Samidoh’s highly anticipated show, where he paused the setlist to lead the audience in a celebration of DeMathew’s contribution to Kenyan music and culture. “6 years since we lost you, but your voice and spirit still live on in our hearts,” Samidoh shared. “Last night during our show, we took an hour to honour your memory and celebrate the legacy you left behind for Mugithi and our culture. Continue resting in peace legend, John DeMathew your music will never fade.”

DeMathew tragically passed away in August 2019, following a fatal car accident in Nairobi. His sudden death sent shockwaves through the Kenyan music industry and left a void in the hearts of millions of fans. Over his illustrious career, he released numerous albums and became renowned for his lyrical storytelling, which often explored themes of love and social life.