Avril

Life and career

Early life and music career Avril was born and raised in Nakuru, the former capital of the Rift Valley Province of Kenya. She was very active in drama and music festivals while in high school. Avril later relocated to Nairobi to pursue an undergraduate education.

Avril started gaining prominence after being featured on the remix of A.Y's 2010 single "Leo". Her collaborative single with Sudanese singer Lam, titled "Changes", was released in Sudan. In February 2013, Avril released the single "Hakuna Yule". In January 2014, she debunked rumors regarding her exit from Ogopa Deejays and said the relationship she has with the label's executives was built on understanding. In March 2014, Avril was featured on the chorus of Boomba Boyz's 2014 single "Piga Kengele". In July 2014, she performed at the Tusker Meru 7 After Party.

Acting career

2011–12: Shuga: Love, Sex, Money Avril made her acting debut in the second season of the television series Shuga. She played the character Miss B'Have, a celebrity singer who is a firm believer in monogamous relationships.

2013–2023: Noose of Gold (season 5) In February 2013, Avril joined the cast of M-Net's Noose of Gold as Corrine. Avril has starred in several Kenyan television shows, including Skandals Kibao, Sumu la Penzi, Pepeta (2022) and Faithless (2023).

Musical influences and humanitarian work Avril has cited Amani, Blu 3, Tiwa Savage, Liquideep, Alicia Keys and Beyoncé as musicians who inspired her. She also cited Michael Jackson, Kenny Rogers, Alicia Keys and Beyoncé as her favourite artists. Her inspiration to write and record music stems from her life experiences. Avril has been involved in several humanitarian campaigns, including the Chagua Amani Peace Campaign and Kenya Land Alliance. In February 2015, she became one of East Africa's ambassadors for Oriflame Sweden and AMREF's Save an African Mother Campaign.

Discography Studio albums Spirit (2022) Be Kind (EP) (2022)

Singles

Filmography

Films

Television

Awards and nominations