Michael Rumbi, known professionally as M. Rumbi, is a multi-talented artist hailing from Nairobi, Kenya and currently based in Bloemfontein, South Africa. He is a songwriter, producer, curator, and multi-instrumentalist who has garnered recognition in the music and entertainment industry.
M. Rumbi's deep-rooted love for music began during his childhood, nurtured by the encouragement of his father. Initially pursuing music as a hobby, he wrote and produced songs, sharing demos with friends and colleagues. Over time, he discovered fulfillment in songwriting and music production and refined his skills through his involvement as an accompanist in the music collective Rozzi@Work. In 2017, M. Rumbi made the decision to fully dedicate himself to his music career, departing from the collective to focus on his solo work as a producer and songwriter.
Prior to his musical pursuits, M. Rumbi was recognized as a photographer, particularly known for his black and white portraits and street photogr