What Is This

This interview was recorded on location at the 2020 ONGEA! The Eastern African Music Summit held at Sarit Centre on February 23rd.  Pepper and Victor spoke to Mike Strano Founding Director of PHAT! Music and Entertainment Limited about the success of ONGEA Summit and the challenges he has faced in the five years of the event's existence. They also discussed his early career in agriculture and how that played out in his entertainment career. They finally discussed Rihanna's rumored African tour and much more.  Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

This week, Pepper and Victor discuss all the things going on around the world starting with the Nigerian protests concerning police brutality to the outcries from the DRC to our own Kenyan situation.  They also speak on the state of the industry concerning sexual violence after reports and accusations implicating some of Kenya's biggest industry players surfaced in the past week. They finally talk about music that has been released in the year and who has had the biggest year in music plus much more. Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

This week, the podcast was recorded on International Podcast Day. Pepper and Victor discuss the state of the podcast industry in Kenya and what the future holds.  They also discuss the most important factors in becoming a successful musical act, does talent matter? If so, then how much of it is necessary? Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

Pepper and Victor are back with weekly episodes. This week, they get a bit serious discussing their life in quarantine and lessons drawn from it. They also discuss all the music released this year. Follow What is This  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod  All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA  Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

Pepper is joined by Kenyan rapper and entertainer Clay OG Stoner as they discuss the recent COVID19 pandemic and how it has impeded on 2020 plans. Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

This is a pre recorded episode. Pre COVID-19 lockdown. During this time, we'd like to urge you to stay safe and extend our thanksgiving to the medical fraternity for their service during this pandemic. Let us all play our part in reducing the spread of this disease. This week Pepper and Victor are joined bu Pesh, Kare and Adoveli from Ado Veli Podcast. They discuss their journey doing the podcast and the challenges faced in the industry. They also discuss the current happenings of the Kenyan music industry with their outlook for the coming months of the year 2020. Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

This week Pepper and Victor are joined by Baraka AKA Swahili Papi who is part of the group Bahati Bookings. They talk about his experiences growing up abroad and the effect it has on his music. They also discuss harassment in the music industry and its effects on relationships in the industry plus much more. Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

This week, Pepper and Victor are joined by Kenyan musician and radio personality Darya Kish as they discuss her radio and music career. They talk about the evolution of Radio in media and what part it plays in her music career among other things. Songs Played: Intro: Rush- Darya Kish Outro: Vibes-Darya Kish Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

This week, Pepper and Victor are joined by fellow podcasters Hafare and DJ IV from Surviving Nairobi. They address issues surrounding podcasting in the country, the hustles of city life and music. They also talk about relationships and the state of the music industry plus much more. Songs Played: Intro: Vipingo - $b Outro: Cold Weather- Guga Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

This week Pepper and Victor host Kenyan rapper, producer and engineer Croco as they discuss his debut album 'Ganji Monopoly' and discuss his upcoming album launch. They also talk about his record label, Croco Media and the challenges of running a label and what it takes to be signed by a major among other things. Songs Played: Intro: Ganji Monopoly- Croco feat Oksyde Outro: Toa Form: Croco na Guga Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR LISTENERS.  Welcome to 2020 from us here at What Is This Podcast. To set the year off, Pepper and Victor discuss their whereabouts in this new year. Being that it is February, they had a lot to get to beginning with their crossover plans from 2019 to 2020. They discuss the recent Coronavirus and its effect on business, World War Three controversy and the death of a legend in Kobe Bryant. Locally, they discuss the recent drama involving Mwalimu Rachael and Sailors lead singer Miracle Baby and Sauti Sol's signing to Universal Music Group South Africa. Finally, they give their outlook of 2020 and what is expected in the New Year plus much more. Songs Played: Intro: Atenshan- Blinky Bill Outro: Omoka- Boutross ft Wakidinali & Mastar VK Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod Anchor: https://anchor.fm/whatsthis All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

After a long break, we are back. This week Pepper is joined by Nene K as they discuss the current climate for music, issues concerning artist knowledge and royalties and much more. Follow What is This  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod  All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA  Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

This week, Pepper was Joined by Ethic’s manager- John, where they talked about his journey as a talent manager, life on the road, shady deals and the prospects of gengetone as a genre. Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod Anchor: https://anchor.fm/whatsthis All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2

This week, Pepper and Victor are joined by BV Accurate to discuss his hit 'Enjoyment', challenges in the industry, his next steps and so much more. Plus he gives a sneak peek of his upcoming music. Follow What is This Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisthispod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/whatisthispod Anchor: https://anchor.fm/whatsthis All previous episodes here: https://lnk.bio/97zA Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ke/podcast/what-is-this/id1378080206?mt=2