Burning ice

About Burning ice

Malindi Airport has long stood as a symbol of movement, opportunity, and new horizons. It is only fitting, then, that the rapidly growing talent of Burning Ice—artist, producer, and founder of Trace Records and Trace Videos—has become a musical takeoff point for Malindi and the communities within a 100-kilometre radius of this iconic landmark. Malindians.com had the privilege of speaking with him about his journey, inspirations, achievements, and the challenges that shape his path. What emerged is the portrait of a passionate creative who began producing music in 2010, astonishingly just before sitting for his KCPE exams. What started as curiosity soon evolved into a true calling, as his early beat-making sparked an unexpected desire to sing. Encouragement from those who heard his early work solidified his confidence and kept, in his words, “the ice burning.”

Burning Ice’s artistic foundation is built on a powerful blend of personal influence and professional mentorship. He speaks proudly of his late father, his biggest fan, who not only supported his work but offered constructive feedback that helped refine his craft. Close friends like Mosses played crucial roles, exposing him to the world of beat production and giving him the tools to begin. Beyond personal relationships, he draws mentorship from producers and artists across East Africa, including Baindo (Bigfoot Production), Laizer (WCB), Easy J Kalama (Balozi Records), and Shirko. For him, mentorship isn’t limited to direct instruction—sometimes it comes from simply listening to great music and absorbing the skill behind it. These layered influences have shaped his growth both as a producer and a performing artist.

Over the years, Burning Ice has built an impressive catalogue that has resonated widely, earning significant media traction and fan support. His audio releases such as Bajeti, Karatasi, Rudi, Sijazoea, Sitaweza, Ariche, and Nitapona have showcased his lyrical versatility and production strength. On the visual side, songs like Sitapona and Ariche strengthened his presence on YouTube and elevated his brand. One of his proudest achievements is the establishment of Trace Records, which later expanded into Trace Videos, giving him the ability to handle both audio and video production under one roof. This independence reflects his ambition and commitment to offering top-tier artistry. For fans across Malindi and its surrounding regions, he promises a steady stream of new music, with Sitapona leading the lineup of fresh releases. Burning Ice envisions himself reaching the next level within the next six months, driven by relentless creativity, growing fan support, and the belief that—with God—everything is possible.