Oldies and Soul celebrates massive growth on its second year anniversary

From a humble gathering of just 20 people in December 2023, Oldies and Soul has grown into one of Nakuru’s most iconic throwback experiences, hosting over 1,500 revelers at its Saturday event on November 6, where they also celebrated their 2nd anniversary at Nakuru Golf Club, a night many residents are still talking about.

Built around the timeless sounds of the 80s and 90s, the event has evolved from a small gathering into a cultural movement that now defines Nakuru’s mature party scene.

In a phone interview with Mtaa Wangu, Strarehe Entertainment CEO Steve Muturi described the night as the biggest edition yet.

The celebration was powered by six DJs, with DJ Redbone serving as the lead DJ, and performances by MC Mike Mondo, Gilad and Mr Lenny.

“This was the largest one we have ever done. It was really nice, and I was very happy. We introduced live artists and a VIP section for the first time,” Muturi says.

Beyond the music, he says, the culture around the event has changed significantly.

“People have not always been adhering to the dress code in the past, but now things have changed. We are at about 90 per cent adherence. At this event, our theme was denim and Afro Chic. We have created a very good culture, and the new people joining also respect this culture,” he notes.

My observation at the event is that the ladies understood the assignment. They went all out on the outfits and looked all glammed up and the men did not disappoint equally. “Tuseme most revelers in the house meant business.

Muturi further says safety and organisation were a major focus for this edition. And for the first time, an ambulance was stationed on-site as a precaution, and an incident involving an unwell guest was handled swiftly.

To prevent the chaos seen in previous events at other venues, Muturi assembled a multidisciplinary security team.

One of the biggest highlights for Muturi was how smoothly the event ran.

“I wasn’t stressed. Things were just flowing. After two years of doing this, we now understand the Nakuru landscape and have capitalised on our strengths and worked on our weaknesses,” he says.

Looking ahead, the frequency of the event has shifted from monthly to quarterly due to its growing scale.

“The event became bigger, so we had to move to quarterly editions. Going into 2026, we want to explore more genres and bring international artists to Nakuru. We want blanket-and-wine vibes and more mature, upmarket experiences,” he says.

Muturi also revealed that Nakuru Golf Club will now serve as the permanent home of the event, following positive feedback and a signed understanding with the club’s management.

“We love Nakuru Golf Club, and that will be our home. After this event and the feedback, we have come into an understanding. You will be seeing us there more often,” he confirms.

Despite challenges from the management of some Milimani Residents worried about noise, Muturi insists the team fully complied with regulations.