Mugithi sensation Samidoh is currently on tour in Ireland, where he’s been spotted spreading Kenyan musical vibes in the heart of Dublin. Accompanied by fellow Mugithi artist Joyce Wa Mamaa, the two have brought their signature style of one-man guitar performances to the streets of the Irish capital.
A recent video making rounds on social media captured Samidoh performing joyfully on a busy Dublin street. With his guitar case laid open, passersby—mostly white foreigners, or wazungu—dropped money as he played, some even joining in to dance to the infectious Mugithi rhythm. A drummer stood beside him, matching his energy, while Joyce danced in support, drawing even more attention to the performance.
One particularly heartwarming moment was when a little white girl began dancing enthusiastically next to him. Her love for the music was so evident that fans jokingly gave her a Kenyan name—Njeri—saying her vibe was just too Kenyan not to be acknowledged.
While many fans applauded the impromptu show, praising the joy and pride he brought to Kenyan culture abroad, not everyone was pleased. Some questioned why he doesn’t do similar performances on the streets of Kenya, saying that his local fans also deserve such raw, accessible entertainment. A few even urged him to quit his day job in the police force and pursue music full-time, pointing out his clear passion and talent.
Interestingly, this international tour comes shortly after Samidoh faced some disciplinary scrutiny back home. A viral video previously showed him leading a chant that referenced a controversial political slogan. That incident reportedly led to action from his superiors in the police force, who moved him from his Central Region Police Headquarters post to the Anti-Stock Theft Unit in Gilgil, Nakuru County. He is now reportedly under formal disciplinary review, with possible outcomes including a warning, fine, demotion, or even dismissal, depending on the findings of the ongoing inquiry.
Despite this cloud hanging over his professional career in law enforcement, Samidoh seems to be fully immersed in his music while abroad. Just days before his Dublin performance, he posted from Bristol in the United Kingdom, smiling next to a British police car and dressed casually in sweatpants and sneakers. He captioned the photo with a powerful quote from Thomas Jefferson, hinting at themes of justice and resistance—perhaps a subtle nod to the controversies he’s currently navigating.
Whether this marks a turning point in his career or just a break from official duties, one thing is clear: Samidoh’s music continues to resonate not only with Kenyans but also with audiences across borders.
