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The 30 Percent Podcast

The 30 Percent Podcast
Kenyan Music Industry
Kenyan Music
Streaming Services
Blankets and Wine
Music Production
AI In Music
Spotify
Bien
Music Industry
Diamond Platinumz
Social Media
Tiktok
African Grammys
Boomplay
Algorithms
Creative Economy
Grammys
Kenya
Furaha Fest
Willie Paul

The 30 Percent Podcast is a podcast that focuses on the Kenyan music industry. The name is derived from the astonishing stat that between 30% - 40% of music played on Kenyan radio stations is Kenyan. Our goal is to see this percentage go up significantly. We will also broadly discuss global music industry trends and contextualize them through the lens of two music producers based in Kenya.

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We begin the episode with a recap of our Spotify Greasy Tunes Live show (8:50). After that, we have a conversation guided by entertainment journalist Claris Khalayi about albums and their relevance in todays music scene (15:10) which leads to a conve... more

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, ano... more

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 colle... more

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 ri... more

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 tra... more

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... more

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 a... more

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 Spo... more

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Recent Guests

Agnes Opondo
Head of artists and label partnerships in Spotify East Africa
Spotify
Episode: Episode 190 | Name and Shame
Mbarathi Karoga
Sound engineer/Mix engineer, educator, industry practitioner
Independent/Kenyan music industry
Episode: Episode 187 | Umami
Muthoni the Drummer Queen
Guest artist and co-creator of Blankets & Wine, MDQ
Perform Music Incubator / Blankets & Wine
Episode: Episode 183 | Bums on Seats (with Muthoni Drummer Queen)
DJ Mura KE
A producer, artist, and DJ who has been active in the Kenyan music scene.
Episode: Episode 161 | Locking In (with DJ Mura)
Abigael Diana
Kenyan music enthusiast and creator of Ongeza Volume
Ongeza Volume
Episode: Episode 124 | On the Spot (with Abigael Diana)
Michael Rumbi
Musician, songwriter, producer, and artist manager
Indie music community in Kenya
Episode: Episode 104 | Community Over Competition (with M.Rumbi)

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Sam
Co-hosts of the show who discuss industry topics and host interviews with guests
Afamefuna Afain
Co-host and producer; recurring on-show contributor; often discusses Kenyan music industry dynamics with hosts.
Sam Jedidiah Ari
Co-host featured in multiple episodes; provides industry analysis and guest interactions.

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Episode 161 | Locking In (with DJ Mura)
Q: Why do you prefer to lock in with specific artists before releasing music?
He explained that it allows for focused collaborations, leading to well-structured music releases.
Episode 161 | Locking In (with DJ Mura)
Q: What are your influences in music?
DJ Mura mentioned that Major Lazer and Mejia Liza were major influences in his music production journey.
Episode 161 | Locking In (with DJ Mura)
Q: What was your experience like when you were coming up as a DJ?
DJ Mura shared that it can be scary to play in front of small crowds, and he discussed the importance of how an opener sets the tone for the show.
Episode 133 | Big P
Q: Do you agree that as long as you're supporting an artist financially, it doesn't matter if you don't follow them on social media?
It's a more complex issue; both forms of support are important, with the present financial support being crucial for the artist's immediate benefits. However, having a social media following can also help elevate their career in the long-term.
Episode 153 | Nu Nairobi
Q: Do you think movements like Nu Nairobi are very important for the music scene?
Yes, they show a difference in styles and encourage new artists to emerge, making the music landscape more dynamic.

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What is The 30 Percent Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on the Kenyan music industry, blending sharp industry analysis with candid host banter. Episodes repeatedly dissect artist development, release strategies, live events, rights management, and the financial dynamics of making music in East Africa. Across conversations, AI's impact on creation and monetization, streaming governance, governance, and the globalization of Kenyan sounds are frequent touchpoints, often anchored by practical takeaways for artists, managers, and executives navigating contracts, rollouts, and cross-border collaborations. A notable through-line is paying artists more and ensuring music is both played and valued, with frequent references to industry players, labels, and regional trends. The hosts' dual... more

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2. Mbarathi Karoga
3. Muthoni the Drummer Queen
4. DJ Mura KE
5. Abigael Diana
6. Michael Rumbi

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