#42: Ythera on building Self-confidence, Harmony and Wanavokali’s journey to Timeless music

In this episode the BBB duo sit with the vivacious vocalist Ythera for an engaging chat on her journey finding purpose and direction through music and more. From the young and quirky to the mature and driven, the episode cuts across her experiences growing up, school days at Quabbz, campus life, Sauti Academy, her dive into the music industry, family, concerts, covers, bands and beyond. Ythera and the host duo highlight gems from her Coke Studio experiences, choir days, making money touring the country singing, the formation of Wanavokali, on and on to winning big in South Africa.  Lessons and themes around relationship with fear, relationship with money, teamwork, leadership and finding belonging - are also looked at, with occasional break into song moments. A great episode to peep into the Business of Music, the Value Chain in the industry and more, all sprinkled with stories from Ythera’s journey from solo to the power of six! An episode that celebrates preparation, trusting the process and patience.

 

Episode brought to you by Prevail Presents.

 

About the Guest

Ythera is a member of the popular Award winning Kenyan music group Wanavokali. The singer songwriter with an impressive background as a background vocalist has a degree in Journalism from USIU, experience and ambition in PR and training in Music. Driven to standing shoulder high among the women who succeed at all fronts, Ythera moves with dedication and purpose to play her part meeting Wanavokali’s intention of becoming Kenya’s leading export.

 

Show notes

• Wanavokali on Boomplay
• Wanavokali win #AmazingVoicesAfrica in SA, Performance
• Wanavokali's Youtube Channel
• BBC’s Desert Island Discs