Jb Maina Biography, Songs downloads and social life

JB rose from humble beginnings to become one of the Gikuyu language's most influential musicians. JB has remained current over the years and continues to appeal to fans of all generations through affiliate acts such as Salim Junior and Wyre. We look back at his life and musical journey.

John Boniface (JB) Maina was born in the Nyeri district of Othaya. His family went to Nakuru and eventually Nyahururu when he was a child, where he spent the majority of his childhood. Although he had an early interest in music, he did not pursue it professionally until he was 15 years old.