This episode kicks off with a discussion on Stoopid Boy’s recent interview and the broader topic of mental health in the artist community (7:34). We then explore whether hiding monthly listener and follower counts on Spotify could actually benefit artists’ mental well-being (20:46). Billboard is finally launching a dedicated platform for African music, why did it take so long? (35:25). Next up, ByteDance unveils a TikTok for artists (41:51). We wrap things up with new music reviews (46:56).

Intro: Maandy - "Kamini"

Pick of the Week: Asum Garvey, djprodluigi - "Sikutext Leo" produced by djprodluigi, Scott Scov

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 start with a conversation about women in the music production space (3:16), then get into the recent drama in the Oontz community (10:38). Next, Njerae was named Spotify’s EQUAL Ambassador for Africa this June (27:31). We also discuss the recent Kenya–US Creative Economy Summit (34:56), and wrap up with some new music reviews (45:32).

Intro: Khaligraph Jones - "Goshoree".

Pick of the Week: Treesha - "Run It " produced by Eclectic Prodz

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.

This episode kicks off with a recap of the recent Three Truths One Lie podcast episode that got some reaction on social media, what’s better for artists: big social media and spotify numbers or fans who actually pay for shows? (6:33) We then touch on Bien’s appearance on The Breakfast Club (23:36), get into the current state of Shrap and why it’s tough for those artists to break into the mainstream (33:38), and wrap up with some thoughts on Sasha Keable coming to Kenya and what kind of collab could we see from her?

Intro: Nameless, Ywaya Tajiri - "Out Again" produced by GL

Pick of the Week: Jovie Jovv, Swahili Papi - "247 " produced by Kellythagreat

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.

This weeks episode begins with a little of what we have been paying attention to (4:50). Kaytranada hilariously found out he will be performing in Kenya at the same time we did, was the announcement a little early? (18:54). After that, Blankets and Wine's upcoming show line up was revealed, we go through the names and what we hope to see from it (36:28), finally we wrap up with new music releases (46:54).

Intro: Suzanna Owiyo, Prince Indah - "Giri Giri" produced by Fredrick Wang'ombe

Pick of the Week: Joefes - "Jiji la Makata " produced by produced by Unspoken

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.

This week's episode kicks off with an update on the William Getumbe vs. Kenya Film Classification Board case, where his song remains banned (7:48). Then, we dive into a conversation sparked by rapper Wangeci’s recent tweet hinting at a "Diddy of Kenya" in the industry (15:24). Next up, Blankets & Wine goes international with a show in the UK. We explore what this means in the context of ongoing conversations around Kenya’s event scene (27:00). We also touch on a few other topics, including a past RIKE workshop, an upcoming journalism writing one (36:12), and wrap it up with some new music reviews (42:37).

Intro: Nes Mburu, Bjorn Bonde - Uwongo" produced by Bjorn Bonde

Pick of the Week: We are Nubia, Zaituni Wambui - "Dnd" 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.

This week we have a talk about the algorithms. What exactly are they? (15:00), how do they work? 27:35), and how do they affect the music industry? (40:57). We then round up the episode with new music releases (57:22).

Intro: M. Rumbi, Muthoni Njoroge - "Goodbye Goldfish" produced by theNairobiNomad

Pick of the Week: Jason Sibi-Okumu - "This is My Life" produced by Jason Sibi-Okumu

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 kick off today’s episode with a review of DJ Grauchi’s playlist curated for Apple Music’s Sounds of Africa campaign, Nairobi’s status as one of Africa’s top music cities, and what it will take for us to evolve beyond being a consumer destination (7:49). Then, we discuss Dan Aceda’s recent appointment to the KECOBO board and the positive impact of veteran artists stepping into leadership roles within the industry (54:56). Finally, we wrap up with a review of the latest music releases from the past week (57:12)

Intro: 8th Street Gang - "Unatak Nini" produced by PDP MuziQ254

Pick of the Week: ED'N'Ray, Idd Aziz - "Sillibo"

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 by arguing for and against a Gorilla (2:37), after that, a conversation stems from Idd Aziz performing at Coachella, as we try to figure out if Spotify numbers matter in the KE music scene (8:45). Next, we dive into the state of Kenyan Hip Hop and ask, is it dead? (32:23), the Next Super Star talent search show was announced (46:37), and end with our weekly spotlight on new music releases (50:24).

Intro: Bien, Suldaan Seeraar - "Safari" produced by Jamal Abbas

Pick of the Week: Breeder LW - "Rampage"

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 with a review of the Every Picture Needs a Frame screening leading to a conversation about the value that is placed on African creativity (7:25). Bien teased his first single off the coming album leading us to speculate on what he is trying to achieve with the direction he is going in (26:28) after that there is a look at the top ten videos in Kenya (36:03) and then we try to figure out which two Kenyan artists have the best chemistry (40:18), Finally, we go over some new music (45:57).

Intro: Ally Fresh, Dj Mura K.E, Tina Ardor - "Sumbua"

Pick of the Week: Lil Maina - "Like That"

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.

This episode kicks off with Kenyan music OG Boneye breaking down why record labels in Kenya keep failing (10:00). Next, we talk about rapper Maandy and the few issues she has had with her latest release Aloo featuring AJAY (33:48), After that, KAMP (Kenya Association of Music Producers) strikes a deal with the South African Music Performance Rights Organization, giving its members access to royalties from South Africa (40:58), We end the episode by reviewing new music (45:09).

Intro: Mr Ree, Toxic Lyrikali - "Confirmation" produced by Beat Kidd

Pick of the Week: Muthoka, Naiboi, AUGUST IV - "Selekta" produced by AUGUST IV

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.