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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.