Author: Wamala

Daxx Kartel has weighed in on the ongoing debate over streaming revenue and performance fees, arguing that live performances remain a more reliable way for musicians to generate money and sustain their careers. Speaking in an interview with Galaxy TV, Daxx acknowledged that streaming platforms such as Spotify contribute to an artist’s income but said the money cannot be considered separately from the costs involved in maintaining a music career. According to the musician, artists have to continually invest in promoting their music, maintaining their visibility and rebranding themselves in order to remain competitive on streaming platforms. “Streams are good…

A Pass has given music producer Nessim Pan Production his flowers, describing him as the best producer he has ever worked with and crediting their partnership for playing a major role in his musical journey. The singer made the remarks during a TikTok Live session, where he reflected on the relationship he developed with Nessim during the early stages of his career. According to A Pass, their musical journey began together, with the two creatives learning from each other and building what he described as something beautiful. “With Nessim, we literally started this together so I don’t have much to…

Fresh music is here to kickstart the week, with some of Uganda’s familiar names delivering new sounds and visuals for fans to enjoy. From Pawaboy AB and Ava Peace’s trending love song to Levixone’s faith-driven release, Maurice Kirya’s stylish visuals and Ecko Star’s latest dancehall offering, there is something for different tastes. Here are five new projects worth checking out. ‘Whine’ – Ceaserous Could Ceaserous be making his return? ‘Whine’ certainly points in that direction. The new release puts his versatility, vocal ability and songwriting talents back in the spotlight, giving fans a fresh reminder of what he brings to…

Patricia Rose Turindwamukama, popularly known as Gold Rose, has been remanded to Luzira Prison in connection with the death of waitress and content creator Jovia Namuwulya, better known online as Jovia 1235. Gold Rose, 21, appeared before the City Hall Court in Kampala, where she was charged with murder and aggravated robbery. She was subsequently remanded to Luzira Prison until September 22, 2026, as investigations into the case continue. According to the prosecution, Gold Rose allegedly committed the offences together with another suspect who remains at large. Prosecutors allege that Namuwulya was murdered and that her belongings, including an iPhone…

The next King of Tooro Kingdom will not be chosen through a public vote, Musuuga Charles Kamurasi has said, putting to rest suggestions that members of the public could have a say in determining the late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV’s successor. Kamurasi, who chairs the 21-member Royal Succession Committee, said the next Omukama will be selected according to the kingdom’s established customs, traditions, values and cultural norms. “We will get a King. Tooro will get a new King in accordance with the Kingdom’s established norms, values and traditions, not through vote. We will not vote for a…

Dokta Brain has revealed the deeply personal story behind his trending song “Bikyaganye,” saying every experience described in the track comes directly from his own life. The singer and songwriter explained that the song is not a fictional story created for entertainment. Instead, its lyrics reflect things he has encountered in his everyday life. While writing and composing “Bikyaganye” was relatively straightforward, Dokta Brain said the recording process became an entirely different challenge. Some of the verses affected him so deeply that he repeatedly broke down in the studio and had to stop recording to compose himself. “Everything that I…

Ritah Danchall is opening up about the financial reality of trying to establish herself as a musician after making the switch from dancing to music. The dancer-turned-musician says the transition has not been easy, particularly because she feels she has yet to receive full acceptance as an artist in the music industry. Speaking to Galaxy TV, Ritah revealed that she has been forced to spend heavily on promoting her music and building her career, with much of the financial responsibility falling directly on her. “Money is going a lot and I have to save first because I don’t have a…

Sherry Matovu has opened up about the unusual level of openness in her marriage to Abdul Salam Ssendegeya, revealing that the couple even share their phone passwords. The city beautician married Ssendegeya in a colourful Islamic wedding ceremony at Kibuli Mosque in May, and the couple has largely kept their relationship away from the public spotlight since then. In a recent interview, however, Sherry offered a glimpse into their marriage, saying she sometimes checks her husband’s phone despite feeling secure in their relationship. “I do check my husband’s phone. However, there is nothing much as to why I check it,…

Tracy Melon is calling out people creating AI versions of artists’ songs and uploading them to music streaming platforms, arguing that the practice unfairly undermines musicians who invest heavily in their original work. The “Ogenda Kukilaba” singer says artists put their hearts, time, money and energy into recording music, only to discover that AI-generated versions of their songs are circulating online. For Tracy, the frustration becomes even greater when those AI versions attract more views than the original releases. She explained that recording music involves far more than simply writing lyrics. Artists spend long hours in the studio, use their…

Rahmah Pinky has once again made her position on her tattoos clear, asking that the markings on her body remain intact after her death because of the deep personal meaning she attaches to them. The singer has 12 tattoos and says they are intentional rather than random additions to her body. Her comments come amid beliefs surrounding tattoos and Islamic burial practices. The supplied material notes that permanent tattoos are considered haram in Islam because they permanently alter the body, while some Ugandans believe tattooed flesh is removed from a Muslim’s body after death. Pinky, however, does not want anyone…