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International DJ, producer & promoter Fully Focus just released a new single to kick off 2020! Dubbed RUSH (Unani), the all East-African collabo features three music heavyweights; Nyashinski (Kenya), Fik Fameica (Uganda) & Vanessa Mdee (Tanzania).

RUSH is co-produced by Focus alongside Uganda’s hit maker Nessim & brings a new and different sound to the scene. A blend of the artists’ unique musical styles, the catchy banger is an up-tempo jam about the tingly feeling you get when you’re with that special someone.

RUSH (Lyric Video) on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb6nDQMQfEE

Speaking on the release, Focus says, “I spent the last decade curating & breaking African music to the world. Now I’m spending the next decade also making it. I hope Kenya & East Africa can finally get the shine they deserve on the global music scene with the music project I am doing, hence the need to unite the region.” Adding, “It’s a numbers game & we’re far outweighed by West Africa, so we have to play it smart to be able to win; strength by numbers is the only way in my opinion”.

Following this release, Focus is now working on releasing more new singles in 2020. Having moved to Kenya a year ago, he has remained on top of his game having released an Afrobeats mixtape with international group Major Lazer. He also launched his monthly event & annual conference ‘Passport Experience’ which brought Netflix & Roc Nation to Kenya. In 2019, he headlined an African Tour with shows in Ghana, Angola, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania & Burundi.

Listen to “Rush”: https://bit.ly/2sykQyW

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‘The Only Rose’ returns with new single ‘Popping’

By Denzel Shantel , 6 days agoJanuary 23, 20200 25

Nairobi: Fast-rising Kenyan female sensation TheOnlyRosa has dropped her new single “Popping”. The audio was produced by Kaki, while the video was shot in London courtesy of Ballantines and directed by Jordan Gomez.

Popping: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_qVALGXkKI

“Popping” is a tribute to the discovery of her true passion in being a creative and the struggles experienced throughout her journey to becoming the artist she is now.

Since coming to the limelight few years ago, Rosa’s musical career has been on an upward trajectory that has seen her collaborate with local stars – Naiboi, Kidis and Steph Kapela. She has also shared the stage with International acts– Nasty C, Konshens, Burna Boy and a studio session with the award winning Mr. Eazi.

Inside: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctrYkrnDMNY

The Ballantine’s’ True Music winner 2019, took a one year break off music to focus on her studies in the UK, and is back with a bang and promises her fans more music this 2020.

“This year, I am focusing on creating musical experiences for both myself and my fans.” TheOnlyRosa, noted.

The new single is available on ALL DIGITAL PLATFORMS including Boomplay, Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon.

TheOnlyRosa continues to push creative boundaries, expanding her influence and impact beyond music.

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HiPipoMusicAwards: Nominees for the 9th HiPipo Music awards announced

By Denzel Shantel , January 17, 2020 7:42 amJanuary 17, 20200 67

Eddy Kenzo, Sheebah, John Blaq, Spice Diana and Fik Fameica are most nominated Artists this year

HiPipo, the organizers of the prestigious HiPipo Music Awards have revealed the nominees of the 9th HiPipo Music Awards. The release of the 2020 nominees followed a two months’ nominations submission, and clean-up process. Thousands of music stakeholders mainly from Uganda, East Africa and the rest of Africa took part in this exercise.

The 2020 edition is so strong on Africa with nominees coming from over 20 sub-Saharan and North Africa countries.

Burna Boy and Davido (both from Nigeria), Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania), Eddy Kenzo (Uganda), FallyIpupa and Maître Gims (both from DRC), Mohamed Ramadan and Sherine (both from Egypt) and Soolking(Algeria) are competing for Africa’s Number One Artist.

Africa Song of The Year nominees are Bigtril – ParteAfter Parte (Uganda), Burna Boy x Zlatan – Killin Dem (Nigeria), Davido, Chris Brown – Blow My Mind (Nigeria), Diamond Platnumz Ft Fally Ipupa – Inama(Tanzania/DRC), Joeboy – Baby (Nigeria), Mohamed Ramadan – Mafia (Egypt), Nasty C – SMA Ft. Rowlene(South Africa), Soolking feat. Ouled El Bahdja – Liberté (Algeria) and WizKid – Joro (Nigeria).

Eddy Kenzo leads the nomination list with 10 nods, closely followed by Sheebah, John Blaq, Spice Diana and Fik Fameica. Bigtril’s sell-out hit Parte after Parteis in contention to win Uganda Song of the Year, East Africa Super Hit and Africa Song of the Year.

While announcing the nominees, Innocent Kawooya – the CEO of HiPipo noted that following the completion of a laborious nomination process, it is now time for music fans from wherever they are to cast their votes for their favourite acts and artists via social media and the awards website until 14th March 2020.

“The music assembly has done its part. The acts and artists befitting of a nomination are those that are shortlisted. In our case, befitting means those that meet the HiPipo Music Awards nomination criteria which is available for everyone via the project website. All nominees are already winners. Even so, we now urge the artists to rally their fans because the ultimate winners will be those with the highest number of votes.” Innocent Kawooya explained.

HiPipo and its partners will present the prestigious 9thHiPipo Music Awards on Saturday 14th March 2020 live from Victoria Hall of Kampala Serena Hotel. The gala night will be preceded by a special red-carpet event.

Just like the previous years, the 2020 edition of HiPipo Music Awards is proudly sponsored by GOD.

The 9th HiPipo Music Awards Program.

• 28th October to 13th December 2019: Nominations Collection – DONE.

• 13th December 2019 to 3rd January 2020: Nominations Clean Up process – DONE.

• 6th January 2020: Announcement of nominees – DONE.

• 6th January to 14th March 2020 – VOTING UNDERWAY.

• 14th March 2020 – AWARDS GALA EVENT.

Full Nomination List Below

Africa

1. Africa Number 1

i. Burna Boy (Nigeria)

ii. Davido (Nigeria)

iii. Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania)

iv. Eddy Kenzo (Uganda)

v. Fally Ipupa (DRC)

vi. Maître Gims (DRC)

vii. Mohamed Ramadan (Egypt)

viii. Sherine (Egypt)

ix. Soolking (Algeria)

2. Africa Song of The Year

i. Bigtril – Parte After Parte (Uganda)

ii. Burna Boy x Zlatan – Killin Dem (Nigeria)

iii. Davido, Chris Brown – Blow My Mind (Nigeria)

iv. Diamond Platnumz Ft Fally Ipupa – Inama (Tanzania/DRC)

v. Joeboy – Baby (Nigeria)

vi. Mohamed Ramadan – Mafia (Egypt)

vii. Nasty C – SMA Ft. Rowlene (South Africa)

viii. Soolking feat. Ouled El Bahdja – Liberté (Algeria)

ix. WizKid – Joro (Nigeria)

3. Africa Fans Favorite Fresh Talent

i. Innoss’B (DRC)

ii. Joeboy (Nigeria)

iii. Mbosso (Tanzania)

iv. Natacha (Burundi)

v. Nviiri The Storyteller (Kenya)

vi. Rosa Ree (Tanzania)

vii. Sho Madjozi (South Africa)

viii. Simmy (South Africa)

ix. Teni (Nigeria)

x. Vinka (Uganda)

4. Best Song from Francophone Africa

i. Fally Ipupa – Maria Pm (DRC)

ii. Innoss’B – Yope (DRC)

iii. Maître Gims – Miami Vice (DRC)

iv. Salatiel – Anita (Cameroon)

v. Shan’l – C’est Pas Les Gbés Gbés Gbés (Gabon)

vi. Soolking Feat. Ouled El Bahdja – Liberté (Algeria)

vii. Toofan ft. Jacob Desvarieux & Kassav – OU LÉ (Togo)

viii. Ya Levis – #Katchua (DRC)

5. Best Song from Western Africa

i. Davido – Risky ft. Popcaan (Nigeria)

ii. Joeboy – Baby (Nigeria)

iii. Rudeboy – Audio Money (Nigeria)

iv. Sarkodie – Lucky ft. Rudeboy (Ghana)

v. Stonebwoy – Ololo ft. Teni (Ghana)

vi. Tiwa Savage – “49-99” (Nigeria)

vii. WizKid – Joro (Nigeria)

viii. Zlatan X Burna Boy – Killin Dem (Nigeria)

6. Best Song from Southern Africa

i. AKA, YoungstaCPT – Main Ou’s (South Africa)

ii. Cassper Nyovest feat Boskasie – Move For Me (South Africa)

iii. Jah Prayzah – Sadza NeMuriwo (Starring IYASA) (Zimbabwe)

iv. King Monada- Chuwana (South Africa)

v. Nasty C – SMA Ft. Rowlene (South Africa)

vi. Roberto -Beautiful (Zambia)

vii. Sho Madjozi – John Cena (South Africa)

7. Best Song from Northern/Arabic Africa

i. Mohamed Ramadan – Mafia

ii. Mostafa Hagag – Khatwa

iii. Naseny Leh – Tamer Hosny

iv. Salma Rachid Ft Mok Saib – Ma Gazelle

v. Sherine – Ya Betfaker Ya Bet7es

8. East Africa Super Hit

i. Big Tril – Parte After Parte (Uganda)

ii. Deejay Pius – HOMBA HOMBOKA (High Heels) (Rwanda)

iii. Diamond Platnumz – The One (Tanzania)

iv. Harmonize ‘Uno’ (Tanzania)

v. Rayvanny Ft Diamond Platnumz – Tetema (Tanzania)

vi. Sailors – Wamlambez (Kenya)

vii. Sauti Sol ‘Extravaganza’ Feat. Bensoul, Nviiri, Crystal Asige & Kaskazini (Kenya)

viii. The Ben – Vazi (Rwanda)

ix. Vanessa Mdee – That’s For Me Ft. Distruction Boyz, Dj Tira, Prince Bulo (Tanzania)

x. Willy Paul Ft Rayvanny – Mmmh (Kenya)

9. Burundi Best Act

i. Bantubwoy – Sugua

ii. Big Fizzo – Sibeza

iii. Double Jay – Numva Nshaka

iv. Dr Claude – Utuntu

v. Esther Nish X Kidum – Umbamwo

vi. Kirikou Akili – Washa

vii. Lolilo – Guitar

viii. Natacha -Ufise Gute

ix. Sat-B – Don’t Cry Ft Aslay

10. Kenya Best Act

i. Bensoul – Lucy

ii. Chris Kaiga – Zimenice Ft. Tezzla

iii. Masauti – Kiboko

iv. Miracle Baby – Wamlambez

v. Nadia Mukami – Radio Love

vi. Otile Brown X Khaligraph Jones – Japo Kidogo

vii. Redsan – Rio

viii. Sauti Sol ‘Extravaganza’ Feat. Bensoul, Nviiri The Storyteller, Crystal Asige & Kaskazini

ix. Willy Paul Ft Rayvanny – Mmmh (Kenya)

x. Zikki-Welcome To Kenya

11. Rwanda Best Act

i. Amalon – Byakubaho

ii. Andy Bumuntu – On Fire

iii. Bruce Melodie – Katerina

iv. Butera Knowless – Day To Day

v. Deejay Pius – Homba Homboka (High Heels)

vi. King James – Igitekerezo

vii. Meddy – All Night

viii. Nari High – The Mane All Stars

ix. The Ben – Naremeye

12. Tanzania Best Act

i. Diamond Platnumz – The One

ii. Harmonize ‘Uno’

iii. Mbosso – Tamu

iv. Nandy Featuring Sauti Sol – Kiza Kinene

v. Rayvanny Ft Diamond Platnumz – Tetema

vi. Vanessa Mdee ‘That’s For Me’ feat. Distruction Boyz, DJ Tira & Prince Bulo

Uganda

1. Artist of The Year

i. Spice Diana

ii. Sheebah

iii. John Blaq

iv. Fik Fameica

v. Eddy Kenzo

vi. David Lutalo

2. Best Female Artist

i. Winnie Nwagi

ii. Vinka

iii. Spice Diana

iv. Sheebah

3. Best Male Artist

i. John Blaq

ii. Fik Fameica

iii. Eddy Kenzo

iv. David Lutalo

4. Song of the Year

i. B2C & Rema – Gutujja

ii. Bigtril – Parte After Parte

iii. Eddy Kenzo – Semyekozo

iv. John Blaq – Do Dat

v. Rickman X Dt Timo – Bango

vi. Sheebah X Carol Nantongo – Sirwana

5. Written Record of The Year

i. Ronnie and Alexander Muge writer for Enyanda (Sheebah)

ii. David Lutalo writer for Tugende

iii. John Blaq writer for Makanika

iv. Kapa Cat writer for Sikyo

v. Spice Diana & Ray G writer for Omusheshe

vi. Shena Skies writer for Sunday (Slick Stuart, DJ Roja)

6. Best Social Message

i. Ziza Bafana – Ebizibu

ii. Tip Swizzy -Tebatusera

iii. Saava Karim – Freedom Anthem

iv. Fik Fameica –Tobiloberamu

v. David Lutalo – Ensi

7. Video of the Year

i. Slick Stuart, DJ Roja & Allan Toniks – Sunday

ii. Kabako – Sabisubira

iii. Irene Namatovu – Tweyanze

iv. Feffe Bussi – Love Yo

v. Eddy Kenzo – Signal

vi. B2C & Rema – Gutujja

8. Best Breakthrough Artist

i. Fresh Kid

ii. Grenade Official

iii. John Blaq

iv. Recho Rey

v. VIP Jemo

9. Must Watch Talent

i. Jowy Landa

ii. Kapa Cat

iii. Lydia Bless

iv. Prince Omar

v. Shena Skies

vi. Vivian Tendo

vii. Zulanda

viii. Karole Kasita

ix. Ring Rapper

10. Best A-Cappella Group

i. Jehovah Shalom

ii. Spring Gents

iii. The Harmonics

11. Best DJ

i. Dj Bryan

ii. Dj Fikie

iii. Dj LL

iv. Dj Shiru

v. Dj Slick Stuart & Dj Roja

vi. DVJ Mercy

vii. Selector Jay

12. Best Audio Producer

i. Artin Pro

ii. Bomba Beat

iii. Daddy Andre

iv. Diggy Baur

v. Nessim

vi. Producer Ronnie

vii. T.O.N

13. Best Video Director

i. Aaronaire

ii. Darlington – Zero One Media

iii. Jahlive Films

iv. Marvin Musoke (Swangz Avenue)

v. Nolton And George (NG Filmz)

vi. Pest – Grate Make

vii. Zyga Pix

14. Best Song Writer

i. Black Skin

ii. Daddy Andre

iii. Jamie Culture

iv. Nince Henry

v. Shena Skies

vi. Yesse Oman Rafik

vii. Producer Ronnie

15. Best Hip-Hop/Rap Song

i. Bigtril – Parte After Parte

ii. Fik Fameica – Omu Bwati ft Patoranking

iii. Flex D’paper – Level Up

iv. Fresh Kid – Banteeka

v. Kapa Cat – Sikyo

vi. Recho Rey – Cheating

16. Best Rnb Song

i. Allan Toniks & Fille – Falling

ii. Cosign – Kayayana

iii. Jamie Culture – Nkulowooza

iv. Maro – Anjagala

v. Navio Ft King Saha- Nkwagala Omu

vi. Slick Stuart, DJ Roja – Sunday ft. Allan Toniks

17. Best Soul Song

i. Kenneth Mugabi – Oliwa

ii. Naava Grey – Laavu Eno

iii. Nshuti Mbabazi – Alemelako

iv. Sandra Nankoma – Mwisuka

v. Shifah Musisi – Tondekangawo

18. Best Ragga/Dancehall Song

i. Cindy Sanyu – Boom Party

ii. John Blaq- Makanika

iii. Rickman X Dt Timo – Bango

iv. Sheebah x Orezi – Sweet Sensation

v. Spice Diana x Rosa Ree – Jangu Ondabe

vi. Vip Jemo – Sima

vii. Ziza Bafana – Kingdom

19. Best Reggae Song

i. Chris Evans – Bwebinyuma

ii. DJ Shiru – Reggea Music Ft Bruno K & Josesax

iii. Fille & Voltage Music – Squeeze

iv. Kenneth Mugabi – Obadde Wa

v. Trekxone – Mukama Taasa

20. Best Band Song

i. Carol Nantongo – Ompuuba

ii. Chris Evans – Call Me

iii. David Lutalo – Tugende

iv. Henry Mwanje & Namiiro Reachel – Awululu

v. Jovan Luzinda – Mpedde

vi. Sasha Brighton – Gwe Manyi Gange

vii. Vivian Tendo – Hajjati Wa Hajji

21. Best Contemporary Folk Song

i. Afande Miah, Hoe & Yazo – Miluvu

ii. Da Agent & Betinah Fasie – Bamungamba

iii. Irene Kayemba – Yanyiridde

iv. Irene Namatovu – Tweyanze

v. Lily Kadima – Ighe Olinaki

22. Best Kadongo Kamu Song

i. Gerald Kiweewa – Obuwangwa

ii. Jackie Kizito – Obufumbo bwekyavu

iii. Kasule Cereste – Stress Free

iv. Kazibwe Kapo – Ffa Kubikwatako

v. Willy Mukabya – Omwan’aninze

23. Best Zouk Song

i. B2C & Rema – Gutujja

ii. Chosen Becky – Kyosaba

iii. Chozen Blood & Winnie Nwagi – Yitayo

iv. Eddy Kenzo – Signal

v. Geosteady – Ebisembayo Ft Chosen Becky

vi. Lydia Jazmine – Wankolera

24. Best Afrobeat Song

i. Eddy Kenzo- Semyekozo

ii. Feffe Bussi- Love Yoo

iii. Grenade – Nkuloga

iv. John Blaq – Do Dat

v. Kabako – Sabisubira

vi. Sheebah X Carol Nantongo – Silwana

vii. Spice Diana & Ray G – Omusheshe

25. Best Afropop Song

i. Daddy Andre – Sikikukweeka

ii. David Lutalo – Eat zote

iii. Fik Fameica – Am Different

iv. John Blaq – Ebyalagirwa

v. Nina Roz- Munda Dala

vi. Sheebah – Enyanda

vii. Vinka – Sure

26. Best Religious/Gospel Act

i. Baby Gloria – Remote Control

ii. Grace Nakimera – Anviriddeyo

iii. John Marie Ft Dvoice – Mukama Mulungi

iv. Levixone Ft. Timeless Noel – Chikibombe

v. Robinsan – Oxygen

vi. Wilson Bugembe – Nkusabira Nyo Nyo Nyooo

27. Best Collabo

i. B2C & Rema – Gutujja

ii. Eddy Kenzo X Harmonize – Inabana

iii. Fik Fameica { Omu Bwati } ft Patoranking

iv. Fille Ft. Voltage Music – Squeeze

v. Sheebah Karungi Ft Orezi- Sweet Sensation

vi. Slick Stuart, DJ Roja – Sunday ft. Allan Toniks

vii. Spice Diana & Ray G – Omusheshe

28. Best Choreography

a. Galaxy Kids

b. Ghetto Kids Triplets

c. Masaka Kids Afrikana

d. Trojans Dance Crew

e. Wembly Mo Foundation

29. Best School Act

i. Amasomero G’abazira Ba Cbs – Happy Birthday Ssaabasajja.

ii. Buddo S.S – Bansindika

iii. Buddo S.S – We Are The Hope

iv. Kyadondo Secondary School Matuga – Without Green

v. Mumsa High School Mityana – Kirimululu

vi. St. Peters S.S Bombo-Kalule – Ki Kyo Ye

vii. Wakiso Muslim S.S – Mutuyambe

30. Best Song from Eastern Region

i. Afande Miah, Hoe & Yazo – Miluvu

ii. Irene Kayemba – Kankinemu

iii. Jojo Laze – Omoyo

iv. Menton Rass And Roo Ya Simba – Busoga Tuseteyo

v. Peter Rymz- Nabushawo

vi. Usher Roberts – Twatambula

31. Best Song from Northern Region

i. Beepee – Par Pira

ii. General Ice – Boli Free

iii. Okeng Born Town – Anyaka Man

iv. Original Lady Bella – Big Nayaboli

v. Pine Avenue5 – Private Dancer

vi. Prince Yubu Ft. Daxx Kartel And Shim Dropa – Between

vii. Professor Maros – Med Mac

viii. W’ojok Dekoda – Alur Mudhing

ix. Romeo Odong – Pililili Yoo Leng

32. Best Song from Southern/Central Region

i. Juicy Landy – Silinda Leero

ii. Lindah Blessing – Tundula

iii. Chris Johnz – Nkooye Obwomu

iv. St. Maxi Mayne Ft. Gnl Zamba – Koi Koi Freestyle

33. Best Song from Western Region

i. Amani Amaniga & Big Beats – Kyahwire Remix

ii. Emily Kikazi – Mpaka Mpaka

iii. Gen Geeon – Nfumbata

iv. Happi Freeman – Kingambire

v. Kelon G – Byansi byakuleka

vi. Medotex – Maama

vii. Ray G – Weeshe

viii. Spice Diana & Ray G – Omusheshe

Film

34. Best Cinematography/Editing

i. Jaylive Films for Love Yo (Feffe Bussi)

ii. Martin Beta for Ogwo (Eddy Kenzo ft Wembly Mo Foundation)

iii. Marvin Musoke for Sabisubira (Kabako)

Fashion and Style

35. Most Stylish Artist

i. B2C.

ii. Eddy Kenzo.

iii. Fik Fameika.

iv. Grenade.

v. Lydia Jazmine.

vi. Nina Roz.

vii. Pia Pounds.

viii. Spice Diana.

Specials

36.Lifetime Achievement Award (TBC)

37. Producer of the Generation (TBC)

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Lubi Lubi set to topple Diaspora charts

By Denzel Shantel , January 13, 2020 11:29 amJanuary 13, 20200 225

South Africa based Ugandan singer Ali Lubega popularly know by his stage name Lubi Lubi is flying high music wise. The Ugandan recording artist, song writer known is an independent artist best known for his single “Cheater” with Izo Master.

He moved from Uganda to South Africa in 2014 where he managed to become an entrepreneur. He founded Local Point Investments which is a property development company.

His music is established in his home country Uganda and South Africa.

He has recently collaborated with Mikie Wine on a new hit single “Kansasanye”. The song was recorded and mastered in South Africa.

He worked with Master Izo in his first song ” cheater “, the rising star has dropped a second hit with mikie wine titled “kansasanye”

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Nigerian superstar Reekado Banks Releases New Single ‘Put In Pressure

By Denzel Shantel , December 21, 2019 7:39 amDecember 21, 20190 195

Nigerian based Star Reekado Banks has returned with another hit and its the ultimate soundtrack for all things celebration. The act partnered with urban video director Clarence Peters to unleash his new single “PUT IN PRESSURE”

Put in Pressure comes sequel to the massive success of his song “Rora” which is still gaining massive airplays all over the world. The song “PUT IN PRESSURE” is off his new Project slated for the 1st Quarter of 2020.

The new single was produced by certified hit maker, Kel P who gave him an addictive vibe.

Ayoleyi Hanniel Solomon known by the moniker, Reekado Banks is a multiple award-winning Nigerian international singer, songwriter and performer.

Reekado made his big break in 2014 and has since been on an impressive streak. Over the years, he has worked with pop stars, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage and BET Hip-hop award-winner, Sarkodie.

https://youtu.be/OKjc-KIoywk

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UK based Afro Beat sensation MS Banks in the country for the Guvnor’s Snapoff Party

By Denzel Shantel , December 19, 2019 8:15 pmDecember 19, 20190 215

Known for challenging the male dominated rap industry, the incredible Ms Banks real names Thyra Banks is set to grace the Singleton Snapoff this Friday at the Industrial area based night spot, Guvnor.

Despite rapping being her greatest strength, Ms Banks continues to prove her versatility. She sung in her track Back it up showing fans her capability in the music industry.

Ms Banks’s debut album The Coldest Winter Everthat she released in 2018 paved way for her in the music industry opening doors for her to work on collaborations with high profile artists like XXXXX.

While addressing the media earlier today, Ms Banks who revealed that she has Ugandan natives promised all her fans an electrifying performance.

Ms Banks will be performing tomorrow at the Singleton sponsored Snap off party.

“This year’s Snapoff episodes have been fuelled with unforgettable moments starting with Eugy, Big Tril, Andre and finally Ms Banks. We are very excited to have Ms Banks here as we celebrate our very last end-of-year edition of Snapoff with fans,” said Annette Nakiyaga, Head of Luxury Portforlio, UBL.

Kampala’s finest DJs like Selector Jay, DJ Bryan, DJDash, DJ simple and DJ Simple will be in the house to keep the revellers on their toes.

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Sexy Ava Peace drops a new song

By Denzel Shantel , December 19, 2019 5:31 pmDecember 19, 20190 294

New diva on the block Ava Peace has released a new song with its video titled ‘True Love’.

This comes after her debut song ‘Nsitula’ featuring Spice Diana & Daddy Andre. ‘Nsitula’ is doing well on both air waves and clubs.

‪She is signed under Black Market Records and it has recorded both of her songs.

‘True Love’ was produced by Daddy Andre. Watch the space!!

Check the song’s video here https://youtu.be/Z3GAUamGnBo

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Gabiro MTU Necessary releases new hit ‘Seche Rach’

By Denzel Shantel , November 14, 2019 10:45 amNovember 14, 20190 179

Kisumu based rapper and performer Gabiro Mtu Necessary has released a new club banger titled ‘Seche Rach’ which is a Luo word that translates to Time Is Bad.

Seche Rach is his sixth (6th) single release this year after the successful release of his street banger Kus Kus that has bore the new slang or greeting ‘Nafeel Kus Kus’

Gabiro Mtu Necessary is among the few artists from the lakeside region of Kisumu, Kenya to have shown consistency, patience and focus in a place where very few creative minds come to make it big in the creative space. He is steadily building a reputation for Kisumu’s best lyricist, and but also shares his personal struggles through his art. From working as a matatu tout to battling drug abuse, Gabiro’s ability to tell stories separates him from rap music ‘status quo’

“Seche Rach is one of those song ideas that you wake up to and they are the first to ring on your mind. However vulgar and crazy it may sound to the ear it is done creatively and as we all know creativity is defined as intelligence having fun, ” says Gabiro.

The MGF Studios produced track has a dancehall oriented vibe with witty rhymes and flow that will surely get your feet carrying you to the dance floor to dance the night away. It is a a club banger!

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AUDIO: Shammy K drops yet another monster Hit titled “Obuntuntu”

By Denzel Shantel , November 13, 2019 11:59 amNovember 13, 20190 218

City Diva, Shammy K has dropped yet another thrilling platnum hit titled ‘Obuntuntu”, Popularly known for songs like ‘Suupu’, the new track was written by fast rising song writer Trix song boss.

The writer is also behind her blockbuster monster hit ‘Ssuppu’ that sent East Africa waves on Fire.

Shammy K reveals that she wanted some thing that can bring her closer to her local audience. (Abantu Ba’wawansi).

As usual, behind the strings and beats was Busoga born and talented producer ‘Sidesoft’ from the famous Zivuga Records based in Makindye.

Shammy K started her music career officially in 2015 and has collaborated with top artistes like Daddy Andrea,Grenade and Heyz, Alongside doing fashion and design.

Listen to the song;

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Sya Zwide embraces love with latest single titled Thembalami

By Denzel Shantel , November 8, 2019 8:24 pmNovember 9, 20190 252

Johannesburg, South Africa: Afro-pop singer and songwriter, Sya Zwide, today releases highly requested single titled Thembalami on leading digital streaming platforms such as Apple Music, Spotify, iTunes, Deezer, and Tidal.

This comes after the single’s debut on the South African musical drama series- Rhythm City which led to numerous requests for the song to be officially released. Currently moving at approximately 1.6k views on YouTube, Thembalami has received a wave of positive responses from supporters from different parts of the country.

The single, produced by Ruff Kay, speaks of love over a melodic beat and blends in perfectly with the wedding season that’s upon us. Thembalami follows the release of his captivating debut single titled Akusiy’wakho which received critical acclaim from supporters.

When not seducing with his sweet voice, Sya Zwide can be recognized from his appearances on famous soap opera Generations: The Legacy.

Thembalami is now available for streaming and purchase on leading digital platforms and on YouTube your listening pleasure.

Link: https://syazwide.fanlink.to/thembalami