Ugandan gospel singer Levixone turned Kampala Serena Hotel into a celebration of music, worship and African gospel talent on Saturday, November 7, as he marked 17 years in music and ministry with his I&M Bank-powered A One Tym Experience concert.
The event transformed the hotel’s Victoria Hall Ballroom into a lively gathering of church leaders, business personalities, musicians, socialites and gospel music lovers, bringing together guests from different backgrounds for an evening centred on music and faith.
Even before the performances began, the event had a distinctive visual attraction at the Serena entrance.
Guests were welcomed by a brand-new Mitsubishi Outlander Sport bearing Tukikube ne I&M Bank branding. The vehicle formed part of the bank’s asset-financing campaign, now in its second season.
A long blue carpet stretching from the main entrance towards the concert venue provided an additional photo opportunity for arriving guests.
Annette Nakiyaga, I&M Bank’s Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications, said the partnership reflected the bank’s commitment to supporting experiences that bring people together.
She explained that the bank’s On Your Side brand promise extends beyond financial services, adding that more engagements were planned before the end of the year.
Inside Victoria Hall, The House of Love Choir opened the evening with uplifting gospel performances, setting the mood before the headline act took over.
Levixone stepped onto the stage shortly before 10 PM, dressed in white with an outfit that gave him a regal appearance. He immediately launched into his catalogue, opening with some of his well-known songs, including Turn the Replay.
The energy continued with Jungle, whose reggae-inspired sound came alive through the backing of the live band.
One of Levixone’s defining musical strengths is his ability to combine gospel messages with contemporary sounds, drawing from reggae, dancehall and Afro-inspired rhythms. That blend was evident throughout the performance, as the audience responded to songs that appeal beyond traditional gospel music circles.
Guno Omwaka was another standout moment. Its gospel dancehall influence got guests singing and dancing along, adding to the celebratory atmosphere.
The second part of the show maintained the momentum, with Levixone returning to more familiar songs from his catalogue.
One of the night’s memorable collaborations came when Western Uganda’s Ray G joined him on stage for Yoya. The performance brought the two artists together before another special appearance from Levixone’s wife, singer Desire Luzinda, who joined her husband and received cheers from the audience.
The concert also carried a strong continental identity through its international gospel line-up.
Congolese singers Grace Lokwa, known for Kumama Papa, and Fiston Mbuyi were part of the performances, alongside Malawian gospel artiste Wendy Harawa and Zambian singer Abel Chungu.
Ugandan entertainment personalities also turned up to support Levixone, including Mikie Wine, Winnie Nwagi, Elijah Kitaka and Vinka.
As the performances continued into the night, the concert delivered on its promise of bringing together music, faith and entertainment while celebrating Levixone’s 17-year journey.
For the singer, A One Tym Experience was more than a concert. It was a gathering that reflected the reach of his music, the support of his audience and the connections he has built across Uganda’s gospel and wider entertainment industry.