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In this episode, Chimano dives into a candid conversation, addressing rumors about stolen money and reflecting on financial lessons learned as an artist. From navigating the challenges of a breakup with Sauti Sol to finding contentment with a trusted Range Rover, Chimano offers a unique perspective on life and finances. They discuss Kenya's socio-political climate, including protesting against the finance bill and advocating for government accountability. The episode explores Chimano’s early money experiences, their journey from journalism to music, and the financial struggles faced while establishing Sauti Sol as African music icons. Insights include financial learnings from touring Europe, adopting Loop's financial features, and managing band salaries and expenses by living together. Chimano also shares milestones like buying their first car, moving out, and the transformative impact of the Live and Die in Africa tour.
This episode was shot on 16th July 2024
Chapters ⏳
0:00 Intro
1:35 Sponsor s/o
2:08 Guest Intro
4:58 Protesting
9:30 What was your perspective on making money
16:00 Then vs Now
19:06 Did you consider your earning potential when choosing your career?
22:50 How did y'all manage your finances as a group ?
30:10 Did signing with a label change anything?
40:49 Moving in with one another
57:22 Sauti Sol changing point
1:00:13 The cost of setting up a big production
1:05:10 Was their a feeling of disconnect between you & your audience
1:10:35 How do you justify a salary increment
1:16:20 What are you doing with your money?
1:23:36 The allure of private gigs
1:30:21 The Break up
1:38:38 Did you panic?
1:40:10 Wrap up
In this episode, Chimano dives into a candid conversation, addressing rumors about stolen money and reflecting on financial lessons learned as an artist. From navigating the challenges of a breakup with Sauti Sol to finding contentment with a trusted Range Rover, Chimano offers a unique perspective on life and finances. They discuss Kenya's socio-political climate, including protesting against the finance bill and advocating for government accountability. The episode explores Chimano’s early money experiences, their journey from journalism to music, and the financial struggles faced while establishing Sauti Sol as African music icons. Insights include financial learnings from touring Europe, adopting Loop's financial features, and managing band salaries and expenses by living together. Chimano also shares milestones like buying their first car, moving out, and the transformative impact of the Live and Die in Africa tour.
This episode was shot on 16th July 2024
Chapters ⏳
0:00 Intro
1:35 Sponsor s/o
2:08 Guest Intro
4:58 Protesting
9:30 What was your perspective on making money
16:00 Then vs Now
19:06 Did you consider your earning potential when choosing your career?
22:50 How did y'all manage your finances as a group ?
30:10 Did signing with a label change anything?
40:49 Moving in with one another
57:22 Sauti Sol changing point
1:00:13 The cost of setting up a big production
1:05:10 Was their a feeling of disconnect between you & your audience
1:10:35 How do you justify a salary increment
1:16:20 What are you doing with your money?
1:23:36 The allure of private gigs
1:30:21 The Break up
1:38:38 Did you panic?
1:40:10 Wrap up
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