By Wycliff G;
Yesterday 21st May 2019, was a historical day as Ugandan artists gathered at DNA Lounge, Kololo to introduce their new joint body dubbed “Ugandan Musicians Association” to the media.
In a press conference that was commenced at 3:30 PM, artists proved more united than never before under the re-born registered umbrella which will see the Ugandan music industry concerns among the government’s prioritized sectors every year.
This involved revealing the association’s committee headed by legendary female singer ‘Sophie Gombya’ and assisted by Wycliffe Tugume (Ykee Benda), Phina Mugerwa the new Secretary, Big Eye & Rena Nalumansi the Treasurers, Bushingtone the PR, Sylva Kyagulanyi as the head of legal team, Vicent Ssegawa the Kadongo Kamu representative, Swahaba Kasumba the religious representative, Victor Kamenyo the Hip Hop representative, Ssekamate Grace the Band representative, King Michael the Reggae Dancehall Rep, Justin Buss Kilaka as Media representative, Barlon & Kiyingi as the Mobilisers and Jamie Culture as the chief whip.
Unlike the recent developed artists’ bodies, Ugandan legendary artists like; Bebe Cool, Jose Chameleone, Bobi Wine, Mesach Ssemakula, Dr. Tee, Juliana Kanyomozi, among others all are positive with the new association’s re-birth and eager to work as main advisers to the newly elected committee.
The association committee also emphasized on cooperating with other joint bodies in the entertainment industry like; the performing arts and drama for the smooth running of its duties.
The association further introduced its constitution and announced the date for launching its offices located at National Theatre which is Wednesday29th May 2019.
The Uganda Musicians Association was first launched in 2017, headed by Swangz Avenue’s CEO Julius Kyazze with high expectations and determination of maintaining peace and financial growth in the music industry.
Unfortunately, this fell apart just a year in operation after internal misunderstandings and disrespect peaking forcing Julius to resign in September 2018.
We wish the re-born association a fruitful delivery this time around.
We will keep you posted
