About
Keke Manikii
Keke Manikii, multi-talented singer, rapper and songwriter, brings a comforting and uplifting R&B, jazz fusion to all stages. It’s with their vulnerable and honest hip-hop lyrics that offer a humbling and grounding experience.
Sonically influenced by the profound work of Cleo Sol, John Coltrane, Stormzy and H.E.R, Keke brings a beautifully unique sound to the current scene in Birmingham. their lyrics, bursting with a need to nurture her listeners is a pure reflection of her empathetic and thoughtful mission as an artist.
Not just in their songwriting but their live performance approach too, is one that prioritises the needs and feelings of her audience at all times. Aspiring to create a safe space and offering time for deep thought, Keke Manikii’s music is oftentimes a conduit into a spiritual awakening for many. It urges you into a lighter place, a place where gratitude and inspiration to continue living fully is abundant.
Performances
- Alegria Worldwide - Croatia
- Glastonbury Festival
- Shambala Festival Derby
- Caribbean CarnivalÂ
- Sofar Sounds -Â Birmingham & Nottingham
- Symphony Hall - Birmingham
- Nottingham Global Roots Festival
- Comunitree - Nottingham