City top funny man Alex Muhangi and legendary Afrigo Band have teamed up for the biggest pre independence party dubbed ‘Independence Gala’ at Brisk Lounge Kololo.
The gala is set to take place on 8th October 2018 at the Wampewo Avenue Kololo based hangout.
On top of Alex Muhangi and Afrigo Band, the gala will also feature Mariachi, Snake & Zolo, DJs Stuart and Roja in a fun filled night.
A Table of 4 people will go for 500k and it comes with a bottle of Black Label or Jameson or a Four cousins (1.5L) as well as a meat buffet. Reserve by calling 0393372331/ 0755936644/ 0779186704.
Uganda’s oldest music band is set to rock music lovers on Copenhagen, Denmark this coming weekend. Info reaching our desk has it that on Saturday 14th October, Afrigo will perform live at Shiny Star Gammel Koge, Copenhagen Denmark.
“Denmark and all Scandinavians it’s all happening in COPENHAGEN next Saturday 14th October with Afrigo Band live on stage. The Biggest Band in Central and East Africa Courtesy of Dee sounds miss not!! TOSUBWA #Endongo #Semadongo,” Ivaan Pro posted.
“The Lead Papa himself Moses Matovu and colleagues of the Legendary Afrigo Band representing all the regions, it’s all happening Next Weekend 14th October. Happy People see you there at a live. This is part of 55th Independence celebrations for Ugandans in Denmark,” Dee said.
On Sunday, 30th April 2017, renowned music group, Afrigo Band, will step onto the stage as the headline act of the 17th edition of the Tusker Malt Lager powered and House of Deejays organized Blankets and Wine Kampala, at the Lugogo Cricket Oval.
Notable for their ability to produce music that captures the heart, the band has been playing music for more than 40 years and will look to take their fans on a music experience that can only be associated with Blankets and Wine.
Being Uganda’s oldest music outfit, Afrigo Band boasts of more than 200 songs and has recorded over 20 albums along their musical journey. Some of its most noteworthy songs such as; Maria, Jim, Mundeke, Nantongo, Enneyisa, Sikulimba, Afrigo Batuuse, Nfunda n’Omubi, Ekitobero and Abaana ba Afrigo will leave many of their fans across different generations swaying.
For the 17th edition, Tusker Malt Lager will bring a festival feel to Blankets and Wine Kampala with an array of artists from across East Africa. Afrigo Band will be accompanied by other big name artists which will include; Cindy Sanyu, Kenya’s Muthoni the Drummer Queen, Daniel Lemma & Hot This Year, Fena Gitu, Kager Mungai, Pelindah, Byg Ben, Apio Moro, Joash, Mayonde, Essie, DJ Beekay & RPM and DJ Rachel among others.
“Afrigo Band has been playing music for as long as we can remember. Their ageless music has ruled Uganda’s airwaves for decades. It is only befitting of a band of their caliber to once again grace Blankets and Wine Kampala with another memorable performance.” Said Maureen Rutabingwa, the Brand Manager Tusker Malt Lager.
“If you have not seen the band perform, this is your best time to come and watch them at your own comfort. So prepare your mats, picnic baskets complete with some ice cold Tusker Malt Lager and we shall be heading to the Lugogo Cricket Oval to enjoy the sun and good music.” Rutabingwa remarked.”
Entrance fee is 100,000 UGX at the Lugogo Cricket Oval and gates open at 12:00pm on Sunday April 30, 2017.
In line with its support for responsible drinking, Tusker Malt Lager will be maintaining a strict ‘OVER 18 only’ policy for sale of alcohol.
Uganda Waragi has today announced a show called “Tugende mu Kikadde” which will take place on May 6th, 2017 at the Kampala Serena Hotel. The show will feature performances by Ugandan music icons; Afrigo Band, Halima Namakula, Mariam Ndagire and Kabuye Semboga in a 3 hour music extravaganza.
Uganda Waragi Brand Manager, Roy Tumwizere and Kabuye Sembogga, one of the artists slated to perform at the show
The event was announced at a press launch that was held at Uganda Breweries Limited offices in Luzira.
Announcing the show, Roy Tumwizere, Brand Manager, Uganda Waragi said the show would be a musical journey reminiscent of the passage Ugandan music has undergone over the past years. “This show will give us the opportunity to enjoy some of the best Ugandan classics performed by musicians who we grew up listening to. These icons set the stage for what we now see as the different Ugandan musical genres. Uganda Waragi is happy to enable this experience that will showcase our great Ugandan talent and heritage,” he said.
Joanita Kawalya
The event will feature a red carpet at arrivals and the dress code will be vintage to suit the event theme. It is being organized in partnership with Sprout Events. Tickets are being sold at UGX100, 000 for VIP and VVIP at UGX5, 000,000 a table. They are available at all Payway outlets.
“Tugende mu Kikadde” means “Back to our roots”. Its purpose is to relive some of our unforgettable memories through music. This is a show that can be enjoyed by both the young people and the older generation. It will be a night of great Ugandan music and we invite you all to attend and celebrate our unique heritage,” said Patrick Kalungi, of Sprout Africa.
A Uganda Waragi bar at a previous Afrigo concert
Addressing the press, Kabuye Ssemboga, one of the artists to perform promised to deliver a great show which will include classics and a showcase of their best work yet.
Rachel Magoola samples a UG cocktail
Uganda Waragi, with a heritage spanning 53 years, has supported and nurtured local talent evidenced by the brand’s long standing relationship with Afrigo band. The band is the longest lasting musical group in Uganda’s history, having existed for the last 41 years. During this time, they have been able to produce 22 albums with over 200 songs.
Afrigo Band’s Joanitah Kawalya performs at the band’s Royal Ball concert last year
Uganda Waragi also promised to host a cocktail before the main concert to give guests the ultimate premium drinking experience. The cocktail will feature master crafted cocktails by UBL trained mixologists.
Artist Profiles
Afrigo Band
Afrigo Band is the longest-lasting musical group in the history of Uganda, having existed for 41 years. During this time, they have been able to produce 22 albums with over 200 songs.
The band was formed by a group of eight musicians led by their band leader, vocalist, and alto saxophonist, Moses Matovu, who continues to lead the band. Present members of the band include; Moses Matovu, Herman Ssewanyana, Joanitah Kawalya, Rachel Magoola, Charles Ssekyanzi Mutagubya and Sammy Kasule.
Mariam Ndagire
Mariam Ndagire is a Ugandan female singer, entertainer, actress, playwright, film director, and film producer. She is known for hits like Mulongo Wange, Nkusibiddawo, Kamuwaane and Abakazi Twalaba among others.
Halima Namakula
Halima Namakula is a vocalist best known for popular hits like Ekimbeewo, Sambagala and Cheza. She has gotten recognition for her craft and was a Kora Awards nominee in 2004 and 2005.
Kabuye Semboga
Kabuye Semboga is a gifted lyricist and vocalist with a career in the music industry spanning 40 years. The veteran singer started out in the late 1970’s with Elly Wamala’s Mascots Band. His work includes songs like Sheila, Kangume, Twebelera Eno, (Ebisanyi) Bimbunyebunye and Fahima, Onyambanga.
Legendary Ugandan music band, Afrigo Band will this Friday feature curvy singer Desire Luzinda at their monthly Guvnor shows. The Uganda’s oldest band with over 40 years of experience plays at the posh nightspot every last Friday of the month.
They also feature a local singer on their shows and this time, it will be ‘Lwakisa’ singer. Desire Luzinda has been in a fine music form in the last two years and featuring her is not a surprise. “This Friday 24th catch me in Guvnor live,” Desire Luzinda posted.
Legendary Ugandan band, Afrigo Band is set to headline performance at the launch of Racers Bar, Lounge and Restaurant in Kisaasi on 10th February 2017.
Lydia Jazmine
Afrigo Band, Uganda’s oldest band with over 40 years of entertainment experience will be joined by singers Grey Naava and Lydia Jazmine as Kirabo Complex Mall on Bukoto-Kisaai based hangout officially launches to the general public.
The new posh hangout is one of the best in Kisaasi at the moment. “It’s going to be massive, fun and full of entertainment. Don’t miss the official launch of Racers Bar, Lounge and Restaurant Kisaasi on 10th February 2017 featuring Afrigo Band, Naava Grey and Lydia Jazmine starting from 7pm,” Management said.
Uganda Waragi-sponsored concert dubbed The Royal Ball proved Afrigo Band’s musical success story over the weekend. The concert, which took place on Saturday, October 1, 2016, was a testament to how much Afrigo Band has grown over the last 41 years. They proved that they have public appeal, but at the same time, haven’t lost their unique quality as a band through their music.
The concert, which was held at Serena Kampala Hotel’s Victoria Ballroom, was well attended, with the Chief Guest being the Katikiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga. Other notable guests were Kenya’s Former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga; Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs, Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi; Capt. Mike Mukula, Godfrey Kirumira, Mrs. Linda Kahooza Nyakairima among others. Doors opened as early as 6pm.
Uganda Waragi delivered well on its promise to serve 200 free cocktails before the concert. ‘We are hosting this cocktail before the highly anticipated concert kicks off because we want to give guests the ultimate drinking experience. Uganda Waragi shares a rich heritage with the iconic Afrigo Band and we have partnered with them for a good number of years. As we mark 70 years of doing business in Uganda, we have chosen to celebrate with Uganda’s best musical and cultural talent. And we are proud to be here,’ remarked Rhona Namanya, Uganda Waragi Brand Manager.
Immediately after the Katikiro’s arrival at 10:00pm, the concert kicked off with the national and Buganda anthems. Andrew Patrick Luwandaga, a renowned TV show host was the event’s emcee. He raised the crowd’s expectations for the concert saying, ‘We are so excited to have you all here for the Royal Ball. We have a lot prepared for you tonight; we will not let you down.’ The concert was held in honour of the recognition that the Kabaka accorded the band during his 61st birthday celebrations. Mr. Luwandaga remarked, ‘We are honoured to have been recognised by the Kabaka of Buganda and we are grateful that we will be performing in front of the Katikiro tonight, who is our Chief Guest.
Afrigo Band then put on a powerful performance singing songs like Awangale in honour of the Kabaka of Buganda; Abaana b’Afrigo batuuse, Nfunda n’omubi, Tony and Kukusangana.
Moses Matovu, saxophonist and Afrigo Band leader; Eddie Ganja, Herman Sewanyana also sang some of their songs before Joanitah Kawalya moved the crowd with her energetic performance. Rachel Magoola then performed her 1999 hit song, Obangaina, which had everyone standing from their seats and screaming ululations.
While delivering a speech on behalf of the Kabaka, the Katikiro thanked Afrigo Band for delivering 41 years of rich cultural music and said the Kabaka was happy with what Afrigo has achieved so far. ‘Young musicians ought to borrow a leaf from Afrigo Band and learn that in order to be an achiever, you have to persevere and be patient,’ the Katikiro added.
The night’s performances sent the audience into near frenzy. It was clear to hear people singing along to most of the night’s performances, word by word.
Just like Rachel Magoola and Joanitah Kawalya pledged to raise the bar higher at this year’s Afrigo Band concert, they lived up to their word. The show closed after midnight.
Chart topping and Swangz Avenue star singer Winnie Nwagi has teamed with Uganda’s oldest music band and set to perform at Guvnor Uganda this Friday.
Winnie Nwagi will perform live at Guvnor this Friday
Guvnor Uganda presents Friday Night Live Featuring Afrigo Band this Friday, 29th April. The special performing guest will be Uganda’s freshest, chart-topping Songstress Winnie Nwagi.
Afrigo band will be joined by Winnie Nwagi in Friday Night Live at Guvnor
“While enjoying the Live sounds of Afrigo Band and the sultry Winnie Nwagi in Guvnor Main, our DJs will be entertaining you in Guvnor 40+. It’ll be great music and dance all round! Doors open 9pm. Entry fee: 30K,” Guvnor posted.
