“We are delighted to partner with Lupita Nyong’o, KQED’s Snap Studios, and Lemonada on the launch of Mind Your Own. This platform not only brings our artists’ voices into meaningful global conversations but also highlights the richness and diversity of African music in an innovative format. It is an exciting opportunity for our artists to reach new audiences and be part of discussions that resonate deeply within the African diaspora,” shares Temi Adeniji, Managing Director of Warner Music Africa.

Warner Music Africa is collaborating with Lupita Nyong’o to release a new podcast titled Mind Your Own. In this series, Warner Music Africa artists engage in insightful conversations exploring various personal narratives of African identity from the perspectives of Africans in the diaspora.

The podcast consists of a 10-part series designed to inspire and provoke thought among its listeners. Through a rich tapestry of diverse stories, it offers unique perspectives that reflect the complex and multi-faceted nature of African identity. Topics explored include family, creating authentic stories, culture shock, and the challenges of navigating life as an African around the globe. Warner Music Africa hopes this podcast will serve as a platform for artists and other creatives to share their stories more authentically.

Each episode features original music or instrumentals curated from Warner Music Africa’s roster, enhancing the immersive listening experience and showcasing the continent’s wealth of musical talent. This initiative underscores Warner Music Africa’s dedication to promoting African music and culture on a global stage.

Industry insiders share that listeners can expect a range of music, from soulful R&B to modern Afrobeats, tailored to each episode and its theme. This dynamic integration of storytelling and music positions African music firmly on the global stage, reflecting Warner Music’s commitment to elevating African culture and identity. Through music and storytelling, Warner Music supports the growing visibility of African voices in mainstream media.

Now available on all streaming platforms, the podcast invites audiences to reflect on questions of belonging, identity, and community. Warner Music Africa ensures that the continent’s rich musical heritage plays an integral role in shaping the dialogue around the challenges Africans face.

Mind Your Own is a production of KQED’s Snap Studios, with Lemonada Media overseeing ad sales, marketing, and distribution. KQED’s Snap Studios is home to the Snap Judgment radio show and podcast, as well as the Spooked podcast. Both shows are available on all podcast platforms, and Snap Studios has been creating immersive and emotive audio stories for over 14 years.

The full track list can be accessed below:

·  Eps 1: The Sound Of Home - Show My Side - CKay ft. Amaarae;

·  Eps 2: The Shadow Side - O.T.T - Rouge;

·  Eps 3: Guilt Trips - Rolling Loud - Somadina;

·  Eps 4: For You, Anything - Put It On Me - Layzee Ella ft. Majeek;

·  Eps 5: Freedom Fathers -  I Saw An Angel On The Roof & Wept (Instrumental) - Somadina.

·  Eps 6: Chains Of Possession - Small Paradise (feat. The Cavemen) - Somadina;

·  Eps 7: Potential Energy - Haibo - Kiddo CSA; and I Saw An Angel On The Roof & Wept  (Instrumental )- Somadina;

·  Eps 8: Safe Passage - Color - Preyé;

·  Eps 9: School Daze - Blessed - Kiddo CSA feat. Blaqbonez and Put It On Me (feat. The Majeek) - Layzee Ella (Instrumental);

·  Eps 10: I Lied To Me O - I Saw An Angel On The Roof & Wept - Somadina.