Ivan Jay Music Promoter and Management Uganda

Nigerian journalist, talent manager, and artist PR Okanlawon Taiwo Alabi popularly known as Taiwo Alabi Nigerian journalist, talent manager, and artist PR Okanlawon Taiwo Alabi popularly known as Taiwo Alabi has advised creatives on how to protect their rights that they have over their literary, musical, or artistic works and create generational wealth with their talent. Intellectual property has been treated with kid gloves in Nigeria and many artistes and their fans appeared to be unaware of its implication. Speaking on the issue, Taiwo Alabi said many Nigerian artistes are perpetually known for infringing on intellectual property, which is not good for the name of the industry. “Even before the blossoming of the Afrobeat movement, many of our homegrown artistes were known for tweaking foreign songs for the local audience, they did their own version, but it does not that absolve them of copyright infringement. “Almost all the top Nigerian acts have been accused of copying people’s so...

African Renaissance and Diaspora Network set to mark the 2022 African day celebration with activities centered around equal right Red card campaign, calling all on parties to unite and end all forms of discriminations and violence against women and girls. African Renaissance and Diaspora Network (ARDN) set to mark the 2022 African day celebration with activities centered around equal right Red card campaign, calling all on parties to unite and end all forms of discriminations and violence against women and girls. The highly anticipated event is slated to hold on Wednesday, 25 May 2022, 3:00pm at the United Nations Headquarters, New York, USA. The show will be headlined by five heavyweight African female music stars; Nomcebo Nothule Zikode of South Africa, Wendy Shay of Ghana, Perola from Angola, Cape Verdean Soraia Ramos and Spice Diana from Uganda respectively. Other expected performers include Mukosi and Larissa Martin. An all-female-stars red card campaign theme song produced by Ace...

Musician Edrisa Musuuza, alias Eddy Kenzo, performes at a function in Entebbe on May 7. Analysts say a ban on live and public performance due to Covid-19 restrictions severely affected revenues for artistes. In its latest annual global collections report, the International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers (CISAC) warns that—more than two years after it first struck—the Covid-19 crisis is by no means over for the creative sector. It is now clear that the impact of Covid-19 will be felt long into 2022, possibly even until 2023. “The anti-Covid social distancing restrictions put in place in most countries have had long-term impacts on the live sector,” the CISAC’s Global Collections Report 2021 reads in part, adding: “They have also encouraged new practices in the digital space, which have spread widely and will outlast the pandemic.” The report studies the main income sources of creators, how they continued being impacted in 2021 and when they are expected to recover f...

The MTN Pulse Cypher allows new and undiscovered talent to showcase their abilities in an online Hip-Hop rap battle and this year, it has been elevated to another level. With the winner taking home UGX2million, the second and third walk away with UGX1.5million and UGX1million respectively.Organized by UG Hip-Hop Awards with support from MTN and co-sponsors including Mountain Dew, Pulsers are required to download the MTN Pulse Cypher beat from the MTN Pulse microsite, record a one-minute video of themselves rapping to the beat and then upload the video on Instagram or Twitter and tag MTN with the hashtag #MTNPulseCypher. It is based on these submissions that judges will select the top 10 contenders who will face-off in the MTN Pulse studio to later inform the choice of the top 5 finalists whose videos will be shared online for voting by the public. In last year’s newest category, the Cypher Challenge, Charles Ameto’s rap video had the highest engagements thus making him the first-ever w...

Agip Motel was Mbarara’s ultimate party place on Saturday night as the Walker’s Tour made a pitstop in the land of milk and honey. Draped in yellow and gold, the motel was host to the first up-country edition of the tour. Navio on Stage Kicking off the night with a showcase of some of Mbarara’s finest talents who included Mat Henry, Vamous 256 and Truth 256 performing their new releases with MC Kacheche and media personality Deedan as his co-host working the crowd and warming it up for what was next. Among the Mbarara stars, it was the son of the land Ray G who was welcomed with a roar of applause that took the roof off Agip Motel. He began by performing a crowd favourite, ‘Iteeka’ and you could clearly tell that he was truly part of the town and the people. The highlight of his performance though was “Omushehe”, the smash hit he did with Spice Diana. As the night progressed, DJ Slick Stuart stepped on stage and onto the discs. The celebrated DJ left no genre untouched playing RnB, Reg...

Uganda Musicians’ Associations (UMA) Presidential candidate, Cindy Sanyu has declined any plans from her team to cheat the forthcoming elections as its beng rumored. Since her nomination for the ‘steamy’ Presidential seat last month, reports from different sources have claimed that Cindy, UMA General Secretary Phina Mugerwa and the UMA electoral commission chairman Mr. Jeff Geoffrey Ekongo have established malpractice plans in the elections. However, during her interview with a local radio station the “Boom Party” singer has distanced herself from the allegations of malpractice. Cindy brands these false rumors which require proof before even reported to Police. “Its very easy to talk. I want someone to talk with proof but not rumors. If they say we are stealing votes now, its also likely that they are also doing the same at the moment if we are to go by the rumors.  Someone should have proof before talking. And if you see me, Phina and Jeff cheating votes, you should report we to P...

 Daddy Andre is contesting for the position of Vice President at the Uganda Musician Association (UMA). His opponents are Hanson Baliruno and Kalifa Aganaga. However, unlike other candidates, Daddy Andre has not been spotted campaigning. When contacted on why he has not made any attempts, Daddy Andre told Galaxy FM’s Florah Kabagenyi that he has been privately talking to musicians. Many of his fans think he is incapable of running the office because of his busy schedule.

  King Saha and Bebe Cool might not be friends,  but Bebe Cool likes his (Saha) music.  King Saha will sing at his wedding.  “Saha and I have no personal grudge. My only problem with him is the weed he uses, but if he reforms he is one of the people who will sing at my wedding,” he said in a recent interview. “The song he did with Ziza Bafana is my favorite. He has a great voice,” Bebe Cool added. Bebe Cool told the press sometime back that his wedding will happen this year.  Bebe Cool said  Chameleone is another musician who will also not miss among the performers.

Sama Soja told the reporter that his delayed growth is a result of his negative attitude towards giving tokens to media. Musician Sama Soja has struggled to make a name for himself over the years. He only started getting noticed after joining Swangz Avenue despite his immense talent. Sama Soja told the reporter that his delayed growth is a result of his negative attitude towards giving tokens to media. “I thought my talent was going to speak for itself, but I have since learned that things are different here. No one can make it without paying DJs, producers, and the media people,” he said in an interview  He advised young artists to be generous with their money. “Once you make a song, you should have a budget to give to the media. Otherwise, the song won’t go anywhere,” she added. It should be noted that Jeff Kiwa acts as Sama Sojah's manager but he is still signed to RedZone music.  He is accountable to the record label boss known as Melo, who facilitates all his music activi...

Young rapper Felistar D Superstar Felistar’s mother, Hafsah Nalubega is demanding to be allowed to spend time with Felista, especially during the holidays. Hafsah, who has not been in her daughter's life for a long time says her daughter is at an age where she needs a mother figure.  She adds that the young rapper is bad-mannered.  She wants to guide her to the right path. Nalubega also accuses her baby daddy of using their child to earn a living saying that he has no other job other than managing her.

A contemporary urban and R&B/Soul, songwriter and singer Dre Cali Not long ago, we revealed that Dre Cali had fled the country for Canada to seek greener pastures and to run away from his troubles with WYSE Technologies, a company that previously managed him, allegedly. Despite his departure, Ykee Benda confirmed in an interview that Dre Cali is still under contract with Mpaka and is still considered one of them. Ykee Benda said there is not much he can say about Dre Cali’s plans until April when they will have a clear picture to share with the fans. Dre Cali is said to be doing everything possible to sneak his girlfriend and child out of the country.

Singer Pallaso with the Artist of the Year and Male Artist of the Year at the 9th edition of Zzina Awards. Musician Pius Mayanja alias Pallaso scooped the accolade of the Artist of the Year and Male Artist of the Year at the 9th edition of Zzina Awards. The singer who bagged the same Awards a year ago is currently on a countrywide tour. At an event held at Thobani centre, several artists including Pallaso, Feffe Buusi, B2C, Aroma, and Aziz Azion performed for the guests. Prim Asiimwe and Hellen Lukoma were the hosts of the night. The legendary Award was given to Mc Kats for his contribution to Ugandan music.  Other big winners of the night were Azawi who broke Spice Diana and Sheebah’s 7-year dominance.  Below is a full list of winners.   1. Artist of the year - Pallaso 2. Male artist of the year- Pallaso 3. Female Artist of the year -  4. Azawi 5. Song of the year - Weekend  6. Eddy Kenzo 7. Breakthrough artist - Liam Voice  8. Best Song Writer - Azaw...

Martha Kay Sexy Martha Kay got her breakthrough about five years ago when a video of her being hit by a Range Rover went viral on social media. Martha Kay also trended when her nekkid photos leaked. She has since kept a low profile only dropping a few highlights on social media for her fans. The latest is that Martha Kay will make her radio debut on Nxt Radio. Nxt Radio has been struggling since its start three years ago and they recently did a massive reshuffle to compete with the big boys.  Martha Kay will be co-host the drive show with Ronnie McVex & Peterson, a former employee with KFM. Comedian Richard Tuwangye also recently joined the station.

 According to Jones, A.M (1954), traditional music has remained popular with rural communities and Uganda has a plethora of distinctive instruments, which can also be heard in contemporary popular music. The most notable record labels like Black Market Records and international organisations such as Singing Wells and Selam from the UK have been working to promote regional and traditional music in Uganda. Currently, the above organizations have been specializing in field-recording in rural areas. Their initial projects were aimed at helping the localization of hip-hop, though they have recently been facilitating capacity building work (audio production, copyright knowledge) through the support of Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA). Some UK labels have picked up on obscure but cool local music scenes and some of Uganda’s music could fill this niche and find a route to international markets. These styles could include Larakaraka music from Gulu or Bukusu Music...

Musician Pallaso has been on top of his game for two consecutive years.  And he is currently one of the most booked musicians at the moment.  His elder brother and Leone island boss, Jose Chameleone narrated that he is happy the "malamu" singer has worked tirelessly to prove his doubters wrong.  Many used to believe he is not talented and couldn't have a good life in the music industry.  "You thought he can't make it but now he is filling stadiums, he worked hard to prove how talented he is," Chameleone talked about his brother's achievements in the industry.  Pallaso's hard work has already paid off. He opened up a music studio and is in the final stages of launching a promotions company.

  Whether you want to write a song to pitch to music publishers, TV shows and commercials, or record them yourself as an artist, here’s a songwriting method that will help you get your message across and make sure your listeners stay involved from beginning to end. Of course, this is just one approach to songwriting but it’s used by many songwriting pros and it works Create the raw material for your lyric Go to work on your melody & chords Develop your song in sections Work on the lyric in your first verse. Focus on the question you chose in Step 4. Make your first line something that will get listeners interested: an intriguing statement, a question, or a description of the situation. In your second line, consider restating the first line in a different way or adding more information. Don’t move on too quickly; your listeners need time to understand what’s happening in the song. I Record a rough idea of your song 1. Start with the title. Starting with a title will help you sta...

An-known - Omega (Lyrics) Love love love Oh oh oh In my life Gw’olinga amasannyalaze Era mu bwongo ne mu musaayi Nkozesa by’oyagala Yadde bangi Abakugamba ebigambo eyo gy’oyita Nga bali na mu love yaffe bageya Bagambe nze ewuwo nze Alpha era Omega, hmmm Ondi munda mu heart Era ne ku ngulu ku face Orollinga inside emirundi gye nkuyita love Ssibala na kubala Munda mu heart Era ne ku ngulu ku face Orollinga inside emirundi gye nkuyita love (Love, love, love) Ddembe ddembe ddembe (give me love, aah) Hmmm, gw’oli international (mutima gukuba tegukuba) Love, ddembe ddembe ddembe (give me love, aah) Hmmm, gw’oli international (mutima gukuba tegukuba) Spot Music Hmmm, gwe manya ndi mujaasi wo malayika Ndi wa kukugoberera ppaka ku Bayita Ebigaanye nsaba yenze gw’oba oyita Nsula kumpi awo ne w’oyita Ondi munda mu heart Era ne ku ngulu ku face Orollinga inside emirundi gye nkuyita love Ssibala na kubala Munda mu heart Era ne ku ngulu ku face Orollinga inside emirundi gye nkuyita love, eh Ddembe ...

Wafula John alias Jon Wyze ''sharpbwoy' is a Ugandan musician, producer and songwriter (born on 27 February 2001) in Mpatta village in  Mukono  district. In 2004 he started school life from nursery  and primary up to  2013 and he continued for  ordinary level at Winners SSS up to 2017. During  his ordinary level John Wyze started being passionate to music and started learning what music was. He started carrying out research, learning production and following local and, international artists. Jon Wyze continued to learn more and more and eventually released  his first single and debut in 2020  entitled "Ma Lova Lova" and followed it with "My Music" which made him popular.

Johnyjohny Tm in the photo above Okwir John alias Johnyjohny Tm is a Ugandan musician and song writer (born on 1st May 1994) at Nsambya hospital Kampala Uganda, Johnyjohny Tm is a resident of Dokollo District from North Eastern Uganda. Johnyjohny Tm is well known for Afro music, R&B, Pop and reggae ragga, He joined music industry to expose his talent, teach the world and entertain, this is because music his passion from childhood. To Johnyjohny Tm, fans he will struggle hard to make sure that he creates a sweet unique tune that can satisfy his music fans. Tap here for more info from this article

Singer Nina Roz (in the middle) became really emotional and tears started rolling down her eyes as a few journalists who had been tipped about the surprise (Mark X) captured the moment. Nina Roz could not hold her tears back as her manager, Derrick Katamba, gifted her with a brand new car on Thursday evening. The past few years have been bittersweet for Nina Kankunda as she has had to go through relationships and breakups, coupled with a few shortcomings in her music career. Somehow, the Black Market Afrika singer has withered the storm and she is holding her chin up, awaiting for her moment to rise again. Nina has also been spending sleepless nights in studio working on new music and her hard work seems to have impressed her manager. To appreciate her efforts, Derrick bought a brand new Mark X and set up a surprise handover party hosted by Douglas Lwanga. Upon seeing her new ride, Nina Roz appeared really surprised. For a moment, she could not believe what she was seeing. She became r...