Willy Paul narrates similar experience as Kodong Klan cancels show at Gabzy and Asake event
Singer Willy Paul has reacted to Kondong Klan’s recent decision not to perform at the scheduled Tukutane’s Gabzy and Asake show while narrating a similar experience he encountered in 2024.
Taking to his Instagram account on Saturday, December 20, 2025, Willy Paul explained that together with his team, he encountered a challenging moment with major event organisers.
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While shying away from mentioning the event organisers, Willy Paul revealed that the challenge introduced him to major support from netizens, stating that since then, the Kenyan music industry has evolved for the better.
“Last year, around this time, my team and I faced a tough challenge at a major event. Since then, the support from everyone has been incredible, and the Kenyan music industry has evolved for the better,” Willy Paul wrote.
He went on lauding the music group Kodong Klan for pulling out, stating his support for the team.
“Now, we see a stronger, more united scene where nonsense is no longer tolerated. I’m loving the direction the industry is heading and the dedication everyone brings to the table.” @kodongklan We’re Together!” Willy Paul wrote.
Kodong Klan pulls out
Music group Kodong Klan has announced that they will not be performing at the scheduled Tukutane’s Gabzy and Asake show.
The decision comes after what the group described as repeated instances of disrespect and a lack of adherence to agreed-upon standards during event preparations.
In an official statement on Saturday, December 20, 2025, through their Instagram page, Kodong Klan explained that their artist and team experienced unacceptable treatment during soundcheck, including interference from another performer’s team and a lack of intervention from the event organisers.
The group said that key commitments, which were agreed upon before contracts were signed, were repeatedly ignored or changed.
“We will not be performing today. This follows a consistent pattern of disrespect and disregard for agreed-upon standards, culminating in unacceptable treatment of our artist and team during soundcheck this evening,” the group said.
Despite multiple efforts to address these issues in good faith, Kodong Klan stated that their concerns were not taken seriously.
They stressed that respect for the art, the people behind it, and the work required to deliver excellence is non-negotiable. Performing under such conditions, the group said, would signal that this type of treatment is acceptable, and it is not.
“This decision protects the artist, the team, and the craft,” the statement read. “We appreciate the fans who were looking forward to the show. This was not a light decision, but it was the right one. Respect is not optional.”
The performance was scheduled for Nyayo Stadium on Saturday, December 20, 2025, with Nigerian star Asake, known for Lonely At The Top, and the fast-rising artist Gabzy, famous for As Friends, as the main performers.
