Jack Rooster to Open for Uncle Waffles in Milan

Kenyan DJ and producer Jack Rooster is poised for a major international career moment after being confirmed as the opening act for South African Amapiano star Uncle Waffles at Milan’s iconic JustMe Club this June. The show is set for Thursday, June 25, and represents an important milestone for the Nairobi-born artist, who has spent years strengthening his reputation in Kenya and abroad. The event places two influential African music figures on a European stage known for its high-profile nightlife scene. Jack Rooster will use the platform to present Kenyan Afro-House to an expanding global audience increasingly drawn to African electronic sounds. The booking highlights his rise from Nairobi’s local DJ circuits to respected international venues.
Jack Rooster has been acknowledged as one of the early forces behind Kenya’s Afro-House movement, developing his name through regular performances and music production. He first drew attention in Nairobi’s club scene, where he shaped a distinctive sound that combines deep house influences with African rhythms. His profile grew after he launched the Caffè Mocha radio show on HBR 103.5 FM, helping bring underground house music to a broader Kenyan audience. He also established the Deeper Sounds of Nairobi podcast, strengthening his role as a curator of electronic music culture in East Africa. His 2019 debut album, Nyumba, further enhanced his reputation by blending local identity with global house music trends.
Over the years, Jack Rooster has developed an international presence, particularly since relocating to Italy five years ago. The move created opportunities for performances across European cities, where he has continued to sharpen his sound and expand his audience. He has shared stages with major artists such as Black Coffee, Shimza and Tyler ICU, further boosting his credibility in the electronic music scene. His time in Europe has helped position Kenyan Afro-House in spaces often dominated by South African Amapiano and Western house genres. The upcoming Milan performance is expected to raise his visibility and introduce his music to a new group of listeners.
Ahead of the Milan event, Jack Rooster described the opportunity as a full-circle moment in his career. He looked back on his journey from performing in Nairobi clubs to sharing stages with international artists in major European cities. He stressed that the performance is more than another booking, calling it a chance to represent Kenyan music culture on a respected global platform. His comments underline the personal and professional importance of the moment as he prepares to perform before a diverse European audience. The collaboration with Uncle Waffles adds further significance, given her strong global following and influence in the Amapiano movement.
JustMe Club in Milan is expected to draw an energetic crowd of music fans inspired by the rising popularity of African electronic music in Europe. Uncle Waffles remains one of the most sought-after Amapiano artists worldwide, known for powerful sets and broad international appeal. Jack Rooster opening for her brings a Kenyan perspective to a lineup already carrying considerable cultural weight. The event is also viewed as part of a wider trend in which African DJs and producers are gaining greater recognition across European nightlife circuits. Industry observers see such collaborations as important in widening the global reach of African soundscapes.
Beyond the Milan performance, Jack Rooster’s career continues to grow, with residencies planned in Ibiza and Rome later this year. These opportunities point to a sustained presence in Europe and rising demand for his Afro-House style. His path shows how African DJs are increasingly shaping global electronic music conversations through cross-cultural performances and collaborations. The Milan show stands as a defining moment connecting his Nairobi roots with his European growth. It reinforces his role as one of the Kenyan artists actively pushing Afro-House onto international stages while building a long-term global career.