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We begin with an update on the upcoming live show with Spotify Greasy Tunes (15:18), then an update on the ongoing CMO drama with KAMP and the Recording Industry of Kenya (RIKE) clapping back at KECOBO after their accusations (18:30). After that, another update on AI, as a new labeling system is proposed for songs made with it (29:20), then a review of music that came out this week (42:12).
Intro: Big Nyagz, Mura, Ayrosh - "Balenciaga"
Pick of the Week: Ally Fresh, Chris Barr - "Laiti"
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin the episode with a recap of Savinnah's listening party at the Purple Onion, leading to a conversation about alternative music and how to make it successful (17:27), Next The CMOs are fighting again. KECOBO strips KAMP of their right to collect royalties after they were accused of misusing artist royalties and Afam has a theory that may explain why (37:38). We then wrap up the episode with a review of the music that came out this previous week (48:50).
Intro: King Kaka - "Shang" produced by DTX
Pick of the Week: Garvin Mungai - "Doba Noma" produced by Tyrelm
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin the episode with a recap of the Celebrity Fight Night we attended (3:33), leading to a conversation about artists pivoting to other businesses to make money (16:05). Next, SUNO is paying grants to artists, but should artists give up their rights for the opportunity? (34:19). After that, we go through the week's music releases (50:31).
Intro: Teekvy - "WHOAMI" produced by BentelyKush
Pick of the Week: Itha - "Steady" produced by Nicholas Bernyk
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin this episode with a conversation ignited by Mbarathi, a sound engineer in the Kenyan Music Scene, who talked on artists skipping the process, putting optics over development (13:19), then, you can now check if your music is being used to train AI using AI Watchdog (37:32), and finally we wrap up the episode with new music reviews (46:25) and a special announcement! (1:03:48).
Intro: GTB Emzee - "Talking Stage" produced by August IV
Pick of the Week: Liboi - "Nairobi" produced by Sharon Ong'ayo
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin today's episode with a recap of We Are Nubia & Cruel Santino at the Jameson Hangout Nairobi Event that Afam was out for (11:20) which leads into a conversation about artists managing other artists (21:37). Next, we talk about the artists not caring about their music releases (36:28), and then wrap up the episode with new music reviews (46:53).
Intro: Keemlyf - "In Love" produced by MP Jazbeatz
Pick of the Week: Joh Mistari - "Rekebisha" produced by Kiriama InTheHaus
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin the episode talking about our experiences at Blankets and Wine over the weekend breaking down some of the things that went well, as well as what we feel could improve (6:11). Next following Nikita Kering's appearance on Mic Cheque, we talk about the pitfalls of child stars and being in the public light early (32:29), then we talk about new music that was released this week (49:51).
Intro: Ally Fresh, Braines, DJ IV - "Kadenge"
Pick of the Week: Jua, ISAT IRAT, MR. LU*, Silayio - "Mass High"
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin this episode with some shows Afam attended, leading to a conversation about artist development, and when it should stop (4:18), Next, Fathermoh is suing his label Black Market records for 87 Million (14:02). Following that, we talk about Spotify teaming up with UMG to allow Users to create AI covers and remixes on their platform (33:14), and then we discuss the KULTURE show that took place over the weekend at Carnivore (40:58). We then wrap up the episode with new music reviews (46:02)
Intro: King Kaka, Iyanii - "Braggadocios" produced by WakaWaka
Pick of the Week: Fena Gitu, Ariel Wayz - "Call Me" produced by Wuod Omollo
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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To commence our shift into video episodes, we sit down with Muthoni Drummer Queen, the artist and visionary behind the cultural staple festival, Blankets & Wine. Bringing 17 years of experience in curating the culture, Muthoni breaks down exactly who Blankets & Wine was originally built for and how Kenyan tastes have matured over nearly two decades. We look ahead at what’s next for the region's live event scene, tackle the role of artists using their platforms for political activism, and get an inside look at the making of her collaborative new album with Blinky Bill, “Now It’s Experience Talking.” Finally, we wrap up with a preview of what to expect at Blankets & Wine’s upcoming June edition.
Intro: Muthoni Drummer Queen - "Suzie Noma" produced by Hook, GR!
Pick of the Week: Muthoni Drummer Queen - "Niko Hype" produced by Blinky Bill
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin today's episode by talking about We are Nubia and Xenia's new snippet (7:01), next, an announcement about the podcast (15:53). After that, Bien came under fire for his appearance at the African Forward Concert during President Macron’s visit to Kenya (23:37), then we talk about new music releases (55:47).
Intro: Jovie Jovv - "Gwangi Freestyle" produced by Lemario
Pick of the Week: Sabbiti - "Intro H.O.M.S" produced by WOLVE
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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Today's episode begins with a conversation on longevity in music, and what it takes to remain at the top (6:46), then, is music discovery on social media today better than the older discovery channels? (19:28). Next, Spotify has begun rolling out verification for artists on their platform (41:00), and Finally, we wrap the episode up with a review of some music that was released recently (43:43).
Intro: Thirtyfourbrick, Mauru Gwash, OnlyMoh, Unclean, Jaylo - "Kigonyi"
Pick of the Week: Mau from nowhere - "moccasins"
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin the 180th episode with with a recap of Afams experience at the Rituals show at Covo Nairobi, as well as Hildah Watiri's listening party (4:00). We then talk about Ongeza Volume's The Set List event that we attended (24:16). Then onto some news, Grammy president Panos Panay will be visiting Kenya to talk with the government about Kenya's potential hosting of the African Grammy's (31:19), also, The president was at the Kalasha Awards ceremony promising the creative economy many things (40:30). We then wrap up the episode with new music reviews (43:36).
Intro: Sean MMG, Fathermoh - "Kakizoza"
Pick of the Week: Ila Nia, Ywaya Tajiri - "Weche Hera" produced by Run
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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The episode begins with a discussion on rollouts, do we need to bring back the old school way of marketing music? (9:28) One RPM recently started distribution of plaques, beginning with to Vijana Barubaru, what will that do for the industry? (15:46). Next, Spotify is testing a feature that indicates AI involvement in music (34:20). We then talk about what it takes to be successful in music (42:46), wrapping up the episode with new music reviews (46:17).
Intro: NIGGA SHAWN, 4Mr Frank White - ""BIDHAA" produced by Fyat Beats
Pick of the Week: GTB EMZEE, 30 - "Last Night"
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin today's episode with a discussion about whether artists releasing old music is good for their career or not (9:45). Next, is it profitable to make music that does not appeal to the local music scene and contain parts of its culture? Does it matter at all for an artists success? (15:48) Then an update on the Ongeza Volume setlist show, and the Blankets and Wine artist line up was released (46:44). We then wrap up the episode with a review of new music (48:47).
Intro: Jovie Jovv - "Trap Harakati" produced by Afamefuna
Pick of the Week: Bensoul - "Last Night" produced by Hendrick Sam, Trevor Magak
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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Black Market Records were in the news recently a with talks about the label and its artist being sued for $1M, leading us to talk about music labels and the ways they take advantage of artists plus the importance of contracts (14:44). Comedian Eddie Butita met with the president to discuss matters of copyright and Octopizzo had something to say about it (27:03), finally, We review new music including an EP from Andia Sande and more (42:17).
Intro: Rispek Ngoma, NDOVU KUU - "Tuma Pin"
Pick of the Week: Andia Sande - "J'adore" produced by Lilsirr
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin todays episode talking about Nyashinski's Showman residency at Canivore, and what goes into making a residency successful (15:36). Next, the Base to billboardz initiative announced its six finalists (28:23), we then wrap up the episode with a review of Bridget Blue's lates album "RNB" and more releases of the week (40:42).
Intro: 4Mr Frank White - "Tranquillo" produced by Fyatt
Pick of the Week: IKeN - "Favourite" produced by IKeN
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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A week of being outside leads us to talk about Odunsi the Engines visual screening, his performance and what makes Kenya a good hub for artists debuting music (5:42), Then a recap of the Industry Social Event (24:03). Finally, a suggestion was made to label Kenyan music across genres as "Genge" music (33:12). We then wrap up the episode with new music review (48:45).
Intro: Caleb Awiti - "I Can't Change Time" produced by Caleb Awiti
Pick of the Week: Bien, Alikiba - "Finale" produced by Hendrick Sam, Abbah
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin todays episode breaking down the most recent IFPI music report. Is the African music industry doomed to play catchup to the rest of the world? We discuss this and more (10:39), Then get into a review of Ochiko's recent project Indie Deep, as well as more music (45:16).
Intro: JIVU, Khaligraph Jones - "Anitah" produced by Dillie
Pick of the Week: The Babaz - "Salaale" produced by Ras Amor, Hendrick Sam
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin todays episode attempting to answer - Are we too harsh on KE artists or are we not critical enough? (12:03), Then, a US ruling on a copyright case against AI art could have implications on creatives Intellectual Property (39:44). Next, CEO of Universal Lucian Grainge tells us where the music industry is headed (47:14). Finally, we review some new music that was released this week (51:07).
Intro: 4MR Frank White - "Dancehall Pele" produced by Ee Lai
Pick of the Week: Mejja, Jay Melody - "Ntampata Wapi" produced by Krome
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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We begin with a brief recap from one of the Kilele Summit sessions, and talk about what success looks like for an artist in 2026 (10:42). Next, a recent X post about a few hard to believe things about the KE music industry does rounds and we go over some of the responses (31:17). A brief Kunye review (48:20), and then wrap up with new music (50:11).
Intro: Watendawili - "Naogelea" produced by Run
Pick of the Week: Kayrop, Chemutai Sage - "Mei Muche"
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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Toxic Lyrikali and Buruklyn Boys beef escalated with more tracks dropped aimed at each other. Who do we think is winning (9:00). Next, Spotify released their 5 year anniversary list, why aren't any Kenyan artists on there? (29:00) Then we talk about EVEN, a direct to consumer platform partnering with music giant UMG, leading to a discussion about how artists can benefit from selling directly to fans (45:33), wrapping up the episode with new music, album artwork reviews, and is Tesla and Black Market records doing it wrong? (55:52)
Intro: Ochungulo Family - "Daniel"
Pick of the Week: Wendy Kay, Sanaipei Tande - "Sina Raha" produced by Dillie
To bring more awareness to the different genres of music within the industry we hope to see the artists & songs discussed in the podcast receive the recognition they deserve.
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