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A BAND THRIVING ON PASSION

LEILA KAYONDO RELAXING VIDEO Ft JOSE CHAMELEONE

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FOODS THAT WILL GIVE YOU A CELEBRITY SKIN

ABRYANZ FASHION EXCLUSIVE

STUDIO DIARY

NINCE HENRY

NETAGA GWE

WRITTING HIT SONGS

Fashion

Music

Travel

Gossip

Interviews

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8 Parties and events

What happened where, who was there? We bring to you all the action!

56 Ask Rwamiti

Q&A of the most controversial and salaciously juicy questions

58 CHARITY CONCERTS

Are artists out there to con fans and win sympathy for thier concerts

68 CAREER CORNER

We unveil the brain behind the Abryanz collection and style

80 STAR PROFILE

Introducing song writer and singer Nince Henry who talks to Chano8 about music, life and future plan

84 Old-timers

From ‘Digi’ to church; Patrick’s journey from Ngoni to Church

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THE DOGS WERE OUT FOR FUN

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AT THE BEST OF BEBE COOL CONCERT

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RISING STAR

The rise of King Saha of the Mulirwana fame

104 THE HIT LIST

The hottest songs in the region and around the world

106 REVIEWS

Music, Movie and Video reviews

120 GOSSIP

We bring you fresh sizzling gossip

125 HANGOUTS AND PLACES We review hangouts

BLANKETS AND WINE

126 WHAT’S ON?

our

favourite

All the major upcoming events and parties in the entertainment scene

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FORWARD

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elcome to chano8! This is yet another issue from our team filled with lots of good reads.

There is never a dull moment in putting the magazine together and we know the experience of reading it won’t be either.

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We have a fashion segment from Abryanz and his dress for success campaign, rising star King Saha and a review of Leila and Chameleone’s new song ‘relaxing’.

If you missed an event, we were there for you and if you are looking for an event to go to, we got you covered too.

As always, we had so much fun out in the field compiling these stories. Remeber you do not always have to wait for the magazine, Find us on our blog www.chano8.com for more stories and gossip.

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SHERATON Fashion Walk

Showcasing Talent In The Industry

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As part of the social corporate responsibility program, the Rapture Group organized a fashion event at the Serena hotel. The event had many fashion designers and collectors showcasing, including Baraka Fashion House, OG Apparel and Kim Swagga with his collector pieces from the fashion lounge. Many of the pieces show cased were auctioned off to raise money for the cause.

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Designs showcased included trending crop tops, mini skirts, dresses and African print trousers and shorts.

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MISS TEEN - SEETAH

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Fairest Of Them Miss Teen At

All: Seetah High

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MISS TEEN - SEETAH

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Miss Teen Goes To

X-fm’s K.K was one of the judges.

They got game. The best pose from Miss

Mun* G working up the crowd! .

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The Mc announces the winners as Fnata looks on

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The girls sat attentively as they enjoyed Irene Ntale’s performance Teen Gayaza

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MISS TEEN - NABINGO

Miss Teen At Nabingo

Contetsenat smile forthe cameras

Mun G entertains the students

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The Miss teen Nabingo winners pose for a phot after receiving thier gifts

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Irene Ntale mesmises the young girls with Gyobera

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Miss Teen:

The outgoing beauties smile for our camera

The contestants pose for the camera

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MISS TEEN FINALE

Grand Finale

Winner’s smile:Miss Teen with the runners up

Mun G does his thing

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Sheeba and Pallaso showcase errotic dance moves

Barbie joined the Judges’ desk

DOG SHOW The Fourth Annual Dog show took place in Kydondo Rugby Club last month. The funfilled family day out had interesting activites for the show goers who enjoyed themselves to the fullest..

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ULTIMATE DOG SHOW

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Fanfare At Annual Dog Show Geoffrey Nnam burst into tears when his Dog Natty was announced the overall winner at Uganda’s Ultimate Dog show 2014. The show in its fourth edition, was held at Kyadondo Rugby club in Kampala.

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he family event which attracted many dog lovers and enthusiasts had several participants (mostly dog trainers and security organisations) take part in different challenges. There were individual participants and security agencies like Uganda Police and Uganda prisons represented.

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Geofrey Nnam And his dog Natty dominated

The turn up was good especially for a Sunday event. There were people of all age groups from toddlers to elderly parents of different races all looking excited.

Nnam talking to chano8 after the emotional award ceremony confessed that he is a lover

ULTIMATE DOG SHOW

gs Out? The family event which attracted many dog lovers and enthusiasts had several participants (mostly dog trainers and security organisations) take part in different challenges.

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friend and indeed Natty proved it to us as he worked so hard alongside his handler to win most of the challenges he took part in.

He came third in the Attack challenge and also won the highlight challenge of the day, the Agility test, in which he entertained the crowd amidst wild cheers. It was therefore no surprise when he crowned it all by winning the Best-in-show (Dog of the day) Award’ The Belgian Malinois was not only as fit as a fiddle, but also very intelligent and disciplined. He could jump over high ‘walls’ with ease and perform tricks so smoothly you could think he was half – human. This made him a darling of the crowd. And after coming third in last year’s challenge, this year with a bit of hard work, Natty dominated the challenges in tracking, attack, agility & course manoeuvre.

Nnam who raised and trained Natty from puppy to Champion says he runs a dog training School and works in Elite K9 Security services in Portbell Luzira and also trains Dogs and other pets for his clients.

He was so emotional while receiving his prizes which included a land tittle worth 9 million from Jomayi Property consultants, certificates, Dog food hampers and other prizes from Chief Guest, Soroti Municipality MP Captain Mike Mukula. Tears kept flowing freely from his eyes as he was cheered on by the rest of the participants.

of the beasts and has been in to dog breeding and training ever since he was six years old. He says he loves dogs so much that, he cannot live without one next to him at any point.

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“I am over whelmed with joy. I have been working hard for this the whole year and now my hard work has paid off. I don’t have much to say other than I am just too happy”. He told Chano8.

The general public was also given a chance to showcase their dogs and what they hard to offer. Many walked away with prizes for cutest dog, best cross breed, cutest puppy, best dressed dog and best tricks performer among others.

The Dog Show was sponsored by Jomayi property consultants, Nile Gold, SMS ONE, Pespi, Capital FM and NTV among others.

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Who Was At The Annual Dog Show?

Relaxing at the show

It was a family day out

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Receiving his prize from Capt Mike Mukula

A couple with thier dog

The puppies were not left behind

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Blankets, Wine and Amazing Music

Every year, at the onset of the Blankets and Wine festival, crowds throng expecting something magical.

Excited fans at Blankets and Wine

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or the sixth edition that happened in July, Afrigo band were the chosen headlining acts.

Then the main worry: would the Afrigo Band, mostly recognizable among the 40 plus, pull it off among a social gathering that teams with the cajoled fragile social class?

Come D-day and the picnic baskets, fashionable mats, the wine and blankets were on full show.

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Donning larger-than-life shades, loud make-up and clothes that revealed glistening thighs and Johnny Bravo frames, they braved the drizzle in their hundreds. There is something about Blankets and Wine and the Fear of missing out (FOMO).

The crowd was huge and enthusiastic. Despite initial fears, the music Afrigo music was good the ear. You could easily mistake the frenzied fits of the fans for those of Afrigo’s core Obligatto fans.

Iryn Ntale resonated well with them. Her performance with a one Richie did well to rouse the crowd.

By the time Afrigo’s youthful singer Rude Boy Devoh hit the stage, it was on a mountain of hype. Joanitah Kawalya was the climax.

Cheers and ululations greeted her time on stage. The highlight was when the now inebriated crowd asked for an encore performance for Afrigo’s song, Amazi g’enyama.

KWIVUGA

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Blankets

Gospel singer Exodus in the crowd

Mycko Ouma attended

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He brought his A game

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And Wine

Having a nice time with friends

Joanita Kawalya performs

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Her sweet meldies echoed into the crowd

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Vintage Car Show The third edition of the Annual Vintage and Classic Auto Show was held at the Kampala Sheraton Hotel in July and it provided great entertainment value in the exhibition of over 40 unique antique automobiles, some from the 1920’s.

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he rather unique motoring event pulled a vast cross-section of the Kampala show goers and socialites.

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seekers. There was the blend of old fashioned conservatives mixing with the new tech savvy audience having a feel of the rides.

One of the highlight of the exhibition in-

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Classic Vintage ensemble

cluded Hajji Kironde’s exhibition of his 1972 Datsun model with such pride. When asked by the MC about the very old machine he exclaimed; “I have been with this car for the last 42 years, in fact someone once offered me 50 million shillings to sell it to him but I can’t sell my car”.

There were some very rare models exhibited which included some Volkswagen Beetles. The most noteworthy Beetle on display was one cutie named Percy, owned by Leslie Carvell. According to its owner, Percy is on a charity mission to tour the entire country in efforts to raise awareness and funds for the Uganda Conservation Foundation.

There were also the ‘Kombis’ of Volkswagen Brand which were commonly used as ambulances and School vans in the 60’s and 70’s.

Other classics on show were an old model Range Rover, a Land Rover and a handful of Mercedes Benzes that included a silver blue-

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mint-condition 250 SL Automatic, from the 1960’s that has stood the test of time with its elegance and durability.

Other sleek crowd pulling coupes on display were the 1959 Triumph TR3A and the 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera SS, the 1926 Ford Model T, the 1937 Citroen Light 15 all clistening in the sun.

A special section at the event belonged to HiSpeed motorbikes who joined in the fun and added sporty bit to the event which offered alot of promise going forward which started in the mid 2000s.

There were also the ‘Kombis’ of Volkswagen Brand which were commonly used as ambulances and School vans in the 60’s and 70’s.

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The Kombis were a big hit

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She captured all the good moments

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Urban TV’s Danzel at the show with a pal

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CLUB AMBIANCE

Club Ambiance

Katikiro Officiates At Opening With Pomp

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orget tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia and his peer Godfrey Kirumira the Kwagalana group for once. The ‘richest’ person on the land is Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga, and having him grace the opening of Club Ambiance in Bakuli spoke volumes.

For some people in attendance, it is the biggest and best night club in town, having the

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“ettoffali” guru officially open it was a grand statement.

With Mowzey Radio and Weasel providing the backdrop of music, Mayiga never needed a second invitation to hit the dance floor. He asked the duo to play him the song Neera Neera, (a reminder for revellers to visit the club again, but also contribute to his king-

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Club Ambiance opened a new branch in Kampala, located at Bakuli and owned by Kisekka market businessman Joseph Kiyimba it officially opened its doors to the excited public

dom Ettofali project forever).

The club has three sections – with the executive at the ground floor, VIP on the second floor and ordinary on the first floor. Each section has different setup – with unique chairs, tables and lighting. That it set the owner Joseph Kiyimba, a Kisekka market businessman by over sh4bn told its own story.

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After detailing his dream and prospects he had for the new Club, Kiyimba hit the dance floor flanked by his family. He is better off counting money than dancing.

Trust Ugandans and new things. The bouncers were busiest on the night as they thwarted off long queues that stretched over 100 meters.

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Through Opening Of Clu

Miss Club Ambiance and a pal

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The Lenses At b Ambiance

Radio and Weasel hail the Katikiro

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BLACK & WHITE AFFAIR

DON MOEN Marketer’s As Mich Auctions

NTV’s Joel Khamadi (R) and friends

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MARKETER’S NIGHT OUT

Night Out

presents to guests

Marketing beauties

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Dr. Mich makes the lady shy

Time to catch up a drink

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ganda Breweries LTD (UBL) in July launched a new exciting mixeddrinks campaign called “Sundowner - a perfect start to the end of your day” as usual we were there to bring you highlights.

The launch held at Kampala Sheraton Hotel, set to introduce Ugandans to different fun and exciting ways to drink whisky, gin, vodka and other premium spirits mixed into one cocktail which is energetic and tasty.

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For a drinking fraternity that always thinks drinking spirits is for “hard” and broke people who want to get high quickly, there were a few lessons.

The Sundowner campaign will introduce a new drinking concept and culture of having a cocktail as the drink of choice at sunset.

Seeing the likes of Cindy Sanyu and Anita Fabiola gracefully sip the classic cocktails, which included the Johnnie Ginger, The So-Ug, The Black Swagger and the world-famous Gin

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The Exciting

Sundowner and Tonic, you could tell that the campaign was all embracing.

UBL’s Johnnie Walker brand manager, Rhona Namanya, said “making cocktails is a fun experience with all the shaking, stirring, pouring, garnishing, sieving and infusing.”

Singer Cindy Sanyu hosted the first Sundowner party at Sky Lounge, Kisementi on Friday, 22 August.

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The Sundowner campaign will introduce a new drinking concept and culture of having a cocktail as the drink of choice at sunset.

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Cindy Rocks AT UBL Su

Guests enjoy a cocktail at the launch

wants This lady knows how she her drink.... Strong!

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ndowner official Launch

Good conversation and good drinks all night

Cindy puts on a sizzling performance

Rabadaba and two lovely friends

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ut e red label, b th n e e b ve a ades It could h g about the sh in th e m so is there

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Beauty Que Kyadondo

Uganda tackles Kenya

Here for rugby or the boys?

Do you understand this game?

It is a sunglasses thing!

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ens Light Up Rugby Club

This lad knows how to keep the girls smiling

Kenyan and Uganda lineup.

Some girls just came to hang out.

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Bebe Cool and his children , Beata and Alpha.

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MASSIVE SHOW AT SERENA

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The A Bebe Cool brings the fire on stage.

Jaw dropping dance moves!

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ction Nandujja gets Bebe Cool on his knees.

Bebe Cool showcases his vocals with the help of Mycko Ouma

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popping skills Bebe Cool had to .... raba-dabed July.2014

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...The Style

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...The Frank Gashumba and daughter Sheila.

Herbert (NTV), Richard(Fun Factory), Silver (SMS EMPIRE), Anne (Housing Finance) and friends of SMS ONE LTD.

Fans enjoy a good laugh.

Aleku (L) and Peter Miles (R) had a good time not so sure about Maurice Kirya.

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Zuena and pal enjoy the jokes.

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Crowd Exodus (L)and friend

Planning for the after party.

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...And Money

Silk’s Elvis Sekyanzi

Club Event’s Sam Hooper and Friends

Mr and Mrs Wavamuno

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Mr and Mrs Kirumira pose for a selfie with Bebe Cool

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Sudhir and Bebe Cool pose for a selfie as friends look on.

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General Katumba Wamala and his wife were in attendance

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ASK RWAMITI

Why do artists get time their concerts

Miles Rwamiti is presenter on NTV’s program ‘Kona ne NTV’.

He is an authority on music and Ugandan celebrity lifestyles.

Every month we select questions from the public about the music industry for him to answer.

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ell people want to be associated with charities which wasn’t the case before but usually it’s just showbiz. In fact in most cases the artists also need help from charities as some are doing so badly. It does not make sense for an artist to donate twenty million when the artiste needs the money or is also still trying to make ends meet like still looking for fuel or has no car.

However, one can always do good deeds even without money. Helping has to be out of the goodness of one’s heart not showbiz.

It does not have to be publicized and you do not need an entire media crew following you around as you do good deeds. For instance I know someone who donates eight million every year to orphans. It is not publicized but that is someone doing something out of genuine concern.

Also, in other countries doing a charity show does not involve the artiste being at the gate collecting money but here the artiste monitors the gate collection closely.

Artists/Celebrities with genuine concern:

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Bebe Cool genuinely cares about people and has a heart for the suffering. He always helps when he can within his ability. The Ganda boys (former twins) are also very charitable.

The music fraternity showed genuine concern and love when Juliana lost her son. Showbiz was put to the side in fact it was more of the

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so charitable each are approaching? media that tried to make news out of a sad event. People trash celebrities but some like Frank Gashumba do charitable deeds that blow us away like when he adopted a girl that had been burnt out, the goodness of his heart and raised her like his own.

Can musicians raise awareness or raise funds using their followers?

Yes, they can. It’s just that most always have ulterior motives and people are not stupid.

They know when “charity” is not so charitable. If our musicians were not always looking to earn during charity events and had noble causes they would be the perfect campaign agents for various causes.

To date I know several musicians that have held “charity” concerts and as expected the beneficiaries are yet to receive the proceeds.

I will not mention names.

How can our musicians give back?

They can go clean the market with their people. They can also clean hospitals or take food and basic needs to the patients. They need to make this a monthly thing and not just a one off. This adds value to the musician and can actually increase fan base and support. It reflects positively on the music fraternity. Like I always say just keep making good music in addition to everything else.

If our musicians were not always looking to earn during charity events and had noble causes they would be the perfect campaign agents for various causes.

You can also join the debate on facebook/chano8 Please send your entertainment and gossip inquiries to askrwamiti@ chano8.com and I will respond to them in the next issue

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Charity Concerts

A Marketing Ploy To Win Over Fans?

Today, almost every musician holding a concert in Uganda is branding it a ‘concert for a cause’. Charity concerts, always held to avert a humanitarian crisis have become a passing fad in the music industry; everyone is ‘helping’ some needy people somewhere.

Desire Luzinda held a concert dedicated to charity

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ock musicians Sir Bob Geldof and Bono are in trouble. The artistes who formed the group Band Aid solely to raise money and do charity work in Africa through the Live 8 concerts, are in for some competition.

Today, almost every musician holding a concert in Uganda is branding it a ‘concert for a cause’. Charity concerts, always held to avert

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a humanitarian crisis have become a passing fad in the music industry; everyone is ‘helping’ some needy people somewhere.

Charity concerts are now popular in Uganda.

From Angela Katatumba, Exodus, Maro, Bebe Cool, Halima Namakula, the empathy eliciting concerts have always been there.

Juliana Kanyomozi took it a notch higher

MUSIC AND CHARITY If our musicians were not always looking to earn during charity events and had noble causes they would be the perfect campaign agents for various causes. when she held a sell-out charity concert at the Kampala Serena Hotel. Desire Luzinda followed suit and pulled the crowds.

For the past two years, Bobi Wine has held charity concerts with wavering prospects and Jose Chameleone will crown them on December 18th when he performs at the One Man One Million concert. He too has promised to send proceeds to some charity. Our singers have now become vanguards for a cause, they are doing NGO work.

Looking for sympathy?

According to music promoter Balaam Barugahara, there are many reasons why artistes brand their concerts benefit concerts. In his estimation, it is the easiest way to attract the big wigs to attend.

Using Desire Luzinda as an example, he says that there was no way she would have attracted a tenth of the crowd she did, had she not pledged to hand over 25% of her proceeds to Ibanda Hospital and Ibanda Babies home.

Whether Desire Luzinda followed up on her pledge, we don’t yet know but she drew the ire of the public when she paraded a brand new car shortly after concert, with hospital officials still waiting on her to live up to her word.

“It is true celebrities world over use their fame and fortune to help others. Some have founded their own charities to support the causes closest to their hearts, but in Uganda it is rare,” He explains.

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According to Balaam, most of the artistes who have held such concerts have not exhibited accountability because, they don’t expect to be asked to give the accountability anyway. He points out Bobi Wine and Angela Katatumba as artistes who have fulfilled their pledges. Bobi Wine through Red Cross gave blankets to flood victims in Kasese while Angela Katatumba gave the war victims in Gulu through the ‘For You Gulu” initiative.

“These charity events get tax discounts and are harder to monitor in terms of pure profit

by Uganda Revenue Authority. You understand why the pattern can only continue,” he explains.

However, Steven Malwadde another promoter with Kilimanjaro media, shares another opinion. He explains that the mark of a faded musician is often manifested in their choice to go for benefit concerts. “If you are not hot enough to get an endorsement deal or get sponsorship, charity is the way to go,” He says.

Malwadde notes that for the past two years, Bobi Wine has struggled musically. Rather than stand out like a sore thumb, when other musical heavy weights were releasing hit after hit, he branched to charity and found a willing partner in Red Cross. “Don’t you ask yourself questions, when a business minded guy like Bobi Wine chooses to do charity concerts? He is on a music sabbatical,” He observes.

This year, he suffered worse when his ‘Every One concert’, sponsored by Save the Children massively flopped. He has since distanced himself and fired his manager after the flop.

Bobi Wine denies these allegations calling them baseless and misguided. Explaining his choice to go for charity concerts he says, “What we do in these concerts is akin to making a noise that policymakers can’t ignore. These concerts galvanise the publicity needed to put pressure on political and other stake holders to act. A concert alone cannot change the world. But a true mass

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Halima’s Fistula awareness drive is helping communities movement can,” He explains.

Not all are crafty.

The consensus is that not all who do the concerts are looking to rip off unsuspecting fans organizations. Some musicians have since become active ambassadors not by staging concerts, but by involving the higher powers to address pertinent issues.

Singer, Halima Namakula the founder Women at Work International (WAWI) recently championed a charity walk to raise awareness about fistula in Uganda. The charity walk held under the theme “Tracking Fistula, Transforming Lives” saw Parliament Speaker, Rebecca Kadaga head the walk, which is now in its second year.

Namakula says that it is never about media attention, sympathy or attracting large numbers by playing the emotional card. It is

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about using one’s celebrity status to help the needy.

“People power can change the world. We have it within us to rally support and raise funds for a cause. I am not in it for the fame or the money. It is etched on my heart since I learnt that Uganda is rated third worldwide as one of the countries with the highest levels of fistula,” she told Chano 8.

According to Namakula, who formed Women At Work International in 2003 in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Posta Bank, initiatives like this can serve as a catalyst to help build a genuine movement that can go worldwide.

She says that in 2012, Women at Work International launched a fistula project at Jinja Hospital to cater for the affected women in Eastern Uganda. By the end of this year, the NGO intends to have set up camps in Jinja, Fort portal, Masaka and Mulago hospitals.

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Congolese super star Koffi Olomide was here for a charity cause

It was the same when Congolese Lingala star, Koffi Olomide performed at Cricket Oval at the invitation of Rotary Uganda.

Emmanuel Katongole, the district governor of Rotary District 9211 said that the initiative greatly helped them realize some funds as they look to raise $597134 (USh1.5 billion) to build Uganda’s first private blood bank in the country.

No compassion.

Event Security expert, Dixon Okello who has attended most of these concerts says that the compassion most of our musicians convey is plastic and is at best a scam. He says that most of these charity scams are damaging legitimate causes.

“Most of these musicians want easy money.

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world. They prey on naivety of the public and some should be shunned,” he offers.

Internationally, the biggest music scammer is Wyclef Jean through his Hope for Haiti initiative following the 2010 earthquake in Haiti. The charity once dubbed the country’s greatest ally and asset, collapsed According to reports, the charity’s collapse came after years of accusations of mishandled funds, which amounted to a reported $16 million. Instead of funds going directly to the cause, the organization spent much of its money on “offices, salaries, consultants’ fees and travel,” as well as pay for Jean’s family, friends and defense attorneys.

He spent $9 million of their $16 million in donations on office space and salaries and he took $100,000 to perform at a charity concert. What shocked the Western media was the allegation that he paid over $100,000 to a mistress.

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Sam Hooper talking to the press

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SO CLUB - SAM HOOPER Chano8 Magazine sat down with Sam Hooper Brand Manager of Club Beer to discuss the upcoming Club Mega Fest on 20th September 2014 at Nambole stadium. It is the first of its kind in Uganda and who better to tell us what to expect than the man himself.

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he Club Mega Fest was inspired by international festivals like Party in the Park and Reggaefest. Intially it was geared to be a two day event but then it was decided to start with a one day event and then grow towards a bigger event that will give a chance to more artists to perform.

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ou may ask why Mega Fest? We say why not? For the last 10 years club has done a lot of stuff with music. We started off small with in-bar activations like Chameleone at Cheri, street jams (which are not small on any level anymore), unplugged at Club Silk, album launches and indoor concerts which we have taken to the highest level possible.

Entertainment hit a low after the July 11th bombing at Kyandondo Rugby Grounds.

Nobody really wanted to go out anymore. A year later we decided to liven up the entertainment industry and brought Sean Kingston to Uganda. That was massive! We brought Sean Paul the year after that.

As the biggest supporter of local music, we created the Club Video Music Awards to spotlight good videos. We had the best in the industry as judges and videos were critiqued based on quality. The competition is on. Some of our videos can now compete on an international level!

Club is always about what’s fresh and Mega Fest is what’s up now! We’re moving forward and not looking back…we have no side mirrors! We do not believe in repeating our selves. We’ve been brewing this for over a year and it will give our local artists to perform with the big stars.

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urna Boy is the fastest growing artist right now with a distinct style. He’s dropping club bangers like its nothing. He is about having a blast which is so Club!

Shaggy has stood the test of time and most of us in Uganda can relate to him.

Mafikizolo is just bringing a different twist. We might not understand the lyrics but the beats get us on our feet. Then Patra…hmmm….that throws a spanner in the works but if you partied in the nineties then you know what’s up. Everyone will find their niche somewhere in this mix. It’s all about having a blast.

Then we have Uganda’s best local talent, the likes of Chameloene, Bebe Cool, Maro, Cindy, Golden Band, Ragga Dee, Sheeba, Khalifa, Big eye, Coco Finger, Vampino, Yung mulo, Ziza Bafana, Gravity O and Djs like Apeman, Babylove, Crim plus comedians Salvador and Alex Muhangi. You will have Mc Kats, Denzel and Mosh hosting.

We will also have different tents with people selling various things so there will be something for everyone.

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Club Is The Biggest Supporter of Local Music In Uganda

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t is going to be massive. For starters the stage is 70 meters wide which is a first for Uganda with performances going on from midday to midnight. Gates will open at 10:00am. The event is a Club event with no additional sponsors other than Vision Group that is providing media support.

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here will be 18 gates and Nambole has 4 access routes which should make it easy for you to get there. The bathrooms will all be open and clean. The VIP will be a real VIP experience with food and drinks on the house not to mention parking and an exclusive entrance. You can’t miss this event! It is so Club and will be TASTEFULY DIFFERENT!

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Fashion Designer, Stylist And Philanthropist

Brian Ahumuza aka Abryanz is a Businessman, stylist with a kind heart. He had an exclusive chat with Chano8 about his journey from a village boy to top city stylist Chano8: Please tell us about Abryanz. Who is Abryanz?

of style at an early age and liked being smart (in my uniform) all the time.

My full names are Brian Ahumumuza. I am a Businessman, Stylist and a Social worker I am 24 years old. I was born and raised in Masindi district, a Munyoro by tribe. I studied from Masindi and went to Lake College, Asaba, Bugema Adventist School and finally Kyambogo University although I never completed my course and therefore did not graduate. I am single and not planning to get involved in a relationship soon.

Chano8: What is Abryanz Collection and when did you start?

Chano8: Tell us about your family and early childhood memories and life in Masindi

So as luck would have it, I landed on my first job at HUEWEI Technologies as a cleaner.

And because of my passion to dress well and look good, I always went to downtown Owino market to look for nice second-hand clothes and also partly to hide the fact that i was working as a cleaner in my new job.

I come from a polygamous family and my father who is still alive in Masindi has very many children. I do not even know some of my siblings. I was raised by my Maternal auntie after my mother passed on. Life in Masindi was fine and just normal for a school going kid. I do not remember any weird things while growing up although I noticed I had a sense

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Abryanz collection is a business entity. How it started is a long story but I will try to break it down. It all started after my senior six when I moved from Masindi to Kampala during my Vacation in 2008. I had a strong desire to work and immediately I started looking for a job to be independent.

However the more I dressed smartly, the more everyone around me became interested in knowing my secret. Some of my colleagues who admired my style at work started sending me to buy for them clothes where I did my

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Brian of Abryanz collection in casual wear March 2014

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Brian in his shop at garden city shopping from. It is from this, that I thought I could make some more bucks if I brought clothes and sold to my workmates in office. so I took it on and started selling clothes for my colleagues.

And because of my smartness and hard work my new bosses were impressed and promoted me to the post of front desk receptionist, administrator and then Transport officer in a short time. From the little money I was saving courtesy of my new post, I was able to increase on my stock and even acquire a small stall in Prime complex where I was sub renting. I also took advantage of my new post to distribute my clothes to other clients.

As the business grew bigger, I started getting challenges because I had alot to do, so I decided to quit in 2011. I also decided to quit

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my education in my third year seocnd semester to concetrate on my business.

I landed on a 2 million deal and then started concentrating on the business making new friends and getting new clients especially in the entertainment industry like Kelvin the Entertainer, Douglas Lwanga and Kim Swagga who also introduced me to other celebrities like Jose Chameleone and like they say the rest is History.

Chano8: So when did you take the step to settle as a fulltime businessman and stylist?

It was in 2011 immediately after abandoning school. I made new friends like Kim swagga and together we started organising fash-

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ion shows and Fashion theme nights which picked up so fast. Many celebrities in the entertainment industry became my friends and clients. The business then grew and I opened another shop at JBK plaza. When I met Zari Hassan who had a Jewellery shop at Garden city, she advised me to move there and I took the risk and gave it a try. In September 2013 I moved into my new home at Garden city.

Chano8: What is your inspiration and drive behind the project?

I actually don’t have particular people whom i can say inspired me, I would rather refer to it as a calling. I feel it is something natural driven by passion and of course talent.

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Chano8: We saw your ‘Dress for Success campaign’ in the media.

What exactly is it about?

Every year we choose a theme for our Fashion awards. And this year’s theme happens to be ‘Dress for Success’. And we run activities as a build up to the final event and one such activity, is the one that you have seen in the media where we organise photo shoots for celebrities as an awareness campaign especially targeting the youth to inspire them to dress well, change attitudes about dressing and smartness. We also want to pass on the message that looks have lasting impressions on people and therefore dressing well can impact on one’s lifestyle and career. We have already featured some big names like DJ Bush

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Baby, Golola Moses, Weasel and Radio among others.

Chano8: Who are your clients and what products do you specialise in?

We mostly deal in Gents wear. Our main targets are men especially those who care about their looks and style. Our downtown shop targets the youth and those who love ‘swag’ and urban dressing. While in Garden city, we target the classy clients, corporate and the laid back dressers. The reason we have expanded at Garden city is also to allow our clients who prefer privacy to feel at home while shopping.

Those who feel inconvinienced while downtown.

Chano8: Where do you shop for your products and what is your price range?

I started from downtown Kampala especially in Owino, but now I shop from China, Dubai, Thailand, and Turkey among others. I plan to go to new places like France and US soon. As for Price ranges, it depends on quality and demand of the product but usually on average we charge; 50,000/= to 500,000/= for Shirts, 30,000/= to 200,000/= for T-Shirts, 60,000/= to 600,000/= for Pants (Trousers, Jeans), 100,000/= to 1.5M for Blazers, Jackets, coats, 700,000/= to 3M for Suits, 100,000/= to 1.5M for Shoes, 10,000/= above for accessories

I started from downtown Kampala especially in Owino, but now I shop from China, Dubai, Thailand, and Turkey among others. I plan to go to new places like France and US soon.

Chano8: What have you achieved so far ever since you started the business?

I have managed to build myself a respectable brand. This has also given me the opportunity to meet very important people in society and interact with celebrities some of whom I admired in my childhood. I also feel honoured when students invite me for their (fashion related) school functions either as a judge or guest of honor. At an early age, I have also managed to support my family and provide for my siblings and live a decent life.

Chano8: How about any challenges faced ?

I faced a big challenge in life when I gave people too much audience who in turn let me down by pumping negative energy into me.

The people you listen to like relatives, workmates and friends can sometimes bring you down. This is what almost happened to me.

Chano8: Any message to your Chano8: Beside Fashion and Style, fans, clients and chano8 readers? what else do you do?

I am a businessman, I run the Abryanz collections, Organise fashion shows and Fashion Awards and I also run the Abryanz charity Foundation where we donate items to vulnerable and needy people twice a year. I usually involve my celebrity friends in donating items, food, clothing and medication.

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Yes I want to thank everyone who has supported me over the years and contributed to what I am today. My Family, Friends, you the media people and my clients. Thank you. I just want to tell anyone who wants to pursue a dream to continue following his or her passion and not listen to any negative talk that can lead you into giving up.

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Meet Ugandan Song Writer and Artist

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HENRY Henry Sekyanzi Ninsiima aka Nince Henry is one of Uganda’s top song writers. He has written many chart topping songs for various artists.

Hello My name is Nince Henry. Aka Sekyanzi Ninsiima Henry. I was born in mukono and I grew up in kampala. I studied in mukono, kampala then jinja for my A level.

Then I went to Kampala international university for Bachelor of Business Administration.

How it started I started songwriting when I was in O level but then I was more interested in the western music so I was writing rhymes (hip hop lyrics) After my A level in 2009, I started writing luganda music.

My first first luganda song to be written was called OMUKWANO GUNYUMA by Samali Matovu. It did pretty well.

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Writing a hit A hit song is the song that the majority has fallen in love with. It must be a good song.

Agood song is a result of perfect lyrical arrangement, perfect instrumentation, and the perfect vocals to it.

The first two are my responsibility and the third one is what I require from the singer. once we combine all the three perfectly, then we have a “good song” After that its marketing. How good the artist markets the song will determine the level of popularity it will gain hence a “hit song” or a mediocre song.

You will say that I am a hit maker because I make sure that a song written by me has the best lyrical content and arrangement, the best production and the best vocals or has been sang perfectly. That is so primary. The other factors are constant.

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I must know the singer first. But in a case where the singer jumped onto a song that wasn’t written for them but just liked it, it’s a challenge.

The demand is very high and I choose who to work with. I am paid very well.I look forward to working with everyone whether I have worked with them before or not. I go all the way until when the song has been accepted as a completed recorded single.

The market changes every now and then. So that’s also another challenge in determining which style and topic will catch the audience.

Themes I read alot. I watch movies. All that plus more will give you a theme some day somewhere.

The target audience of that particular song will determine the theme or topic to some extent.

Inspiration Not in Uganda. It’s Babyface. He wrote and produced over 500 hits in the 90s.

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Last word For all aspiring writers, keep doing good work.Be principled because you are responsible for the making up of that star singer.

Singers sing songs but you make the songs.

The target audience of that particular song will determine the theme or topic to come.

A hit song is the song that the majority has fallen in love with.

It must be a good song. A good song is a result of perfect lyrical arrangement,perfect instrumentation, and the perfect vocals to it.

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Omukwano guny uma - Samali Ma tovu.

Kasengejja - M orine Kabasita .

Ekikunyumira - Julie Mutesa sira.

Bamugambe Bebe Cool.

Sweet lovin Bebe Cool.

Minzani - Beb e Cool.

Kamwako - B ebe cool.

Kabilinage - Be be cool.

Lwaki - Iryn nam ubiru.

Begombeko - I ryn namubiru.

Bilowoozo - Ir yn namubiru.

Nabulo - Iry n namubiru.

Kawoowo - Iry n namubiru.

Anyereketa Iryn namubiru .

Tokola ensobi - Julie mutesa sira.

Tebakulimba Desire luzinda .

Obuyonjo - Bob i wine.

Oliwange - Rhe ma Namakula.

Kisumuluzo - D iana Nalubega .

Eno yesaawa Iryn ntale.

Nebwonfunyafunya Danniel Kawesa.

Ogumanga - Ev elyn Lagu.

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Patrick Nyanzi Reinvented When one mentions the name Patrick Nyanzi my mind automatically drifts to the good old days of Ngoni.

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heir music had a zouk medley that one couldn’t help but groove to and the lyrics…oh the lyrics! Songs like Digi, Bigula and Nasima Gwe bring nostalgic memories to many.

catch up with Patrick and here are excerpts from our interview:

Fast forward to 2014…Patrick Nyanzi made a U-Turn and he owes it all to the Grace of God. He’s since gotten married, been blessed with a beautiful daughter and he will not sing a song unless all the glory goes to God. He has been busy in studio. Chano8 was able to

I have mostly been trying to find myself. I have been seeking God for guidance on who Patrick Elvis Nyanzi is and what he wants me to do. I had to get a relationship with God. You can even say I was almost an atheist as I didn’t know God existed.

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Patrick, what have you been up to over the last couple of years?

PATRICK NYANZI I have also been doing some audio work with Good Enuff Studio and film work with Elite Media. I worked with Radio and Weasel on Bwogeza Nondekawo and Tonjagala and with Jamal on Saba Kyosaba. I also worked on More Money by Ngoni.

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Any hobbies?

I stopped working on other people’s projects in 2012 and began my journey to self discovery.

I love swimming, painting and playing video games with my daughter. She is a genius and beats me most of the time. I love taking leisure walks from Makindye to the city. It’s such a stress reliever. I love dancing and singing even more now because I do it for the Lord. I especially love singing at worship night every Wednesday.

When did this change happen and what inspired you?

Do you have any concerts coming up or where can we catch you performing?

The miracle of my baby girl inspired me to seek God. I wanted to be the best father I could possibly be. People become fathers everyday but for some reason I started questioning many things in 2010 when she was born. Also, life threw me a few punches here and there that made me realize I could no longer trust me and needed God. Sometimes the least expected things can create the biggest impact.

No concerts planned yet but I do perform at weddings and other private events.

What else do you do? Do you still have a recording studio?

I still work with Good Enuff producing music and with Elite Media for film production. It’s what I do best and that’s not going to change.

I also write songs.

What can your fans expect from you?

What projects do you have coming up?

I have a few songs out so far and I am still in studio. My favourite song is ‘Ndi Wa Dembe’ which means I am at peace. It has a reggae feel to it and is playing on most TV stations.

I love it because it reflects my current state.

I have never been happier or more at peace.

My calling is still as an artiste and in addition to worship songs I will do love songs but not with the Ngoni style lyrics. They will be mature songs about positive things that encourage people and celebrate life. My new style is gospel/contemporary. I love the reinvented Patrick Nyanzi and I’m sure you will

I have mostly been trying to find myself. I have been seeking God for guidance on who Patrick Elvis Nyanzi is and what he wants me to do.

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RISING STAR

Uganda’s Talent Exposed King Saha is one of Uganda’s top rising stars. His song Mulirwana (neighbour) has taken the Ugandan airwaves by storm.

He is also planning a mega concert to celebrate his breakthrough

Chano8 spent an afternoon with the smooth talking Saha to know more about the singer Who is King Saha?

My real names are Semanda Mansur, I am a devoted Muslim. I am a singer and actually I was told that I started singing the minute I was born because the first sound I made was a yell ‘yeeah!!!’ so my mother suspected it from an early age that I would be a singer.

I went to St. Agnes Primary school where I was asked to sing for the church choir in Mugonga I was the best in traditional folk song competition in Mpigi District and I was awarded a bursary to complete school there.

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nature to me. My first song that got air play with the help of my manager Sam Mukasa and producer Diddy was ‘signal’ followed by ‘Tonjiwa’, ‘kampala anthem, vimba’ ft gravity, ‘Gundezze’, ‘Onkubba’ , ‘Tamale’, ‘Suzaana’, ‘komawo’, and ‘mulirwana’. Most of the challenges faced were personal but rest are the usual like competition and the massive demand.

Why did you leave Leon Island?

I worked with Leon Island, I don’t have much to say about that because I mainly worked with Sam Mukasa. I left Leon Island because I had grown as a brand and most of my shows were far away from the rest of the crew so I decided to break apart.

Who has helped you along the way to getting to the success that you are receiving with your music today?

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Well first of all it has been God and everyone who contributed from my mother who encouraged my talent, my manager the producer I work with and even some can say Leon Island too but the fans that keep requesting for my music even the simple compliments telling me they like my songs and you people in the media too have helped me and i do appreciate 88 Sept.2014

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What inspired the current hit song ‘Mulirwana’?

Mulirwana’ wasn’t really inspired from a personal experience though I had a crush on my neighbour in my primary class but this song was about the fact that everyone out there admires someone, be it real love or infatuation, they should go ahead and tell the person

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So is King Saha single or in a relationship?

I don’t like to talk about that but I think women are not in my plan,I am still looking for money so no relationships for now. I had a girlfriend named Betty before but we broke up when she left the country.

What is happening this year for King?

I have a concert this month at Labonita on the 26th where I will be performing my music and the other songs that I love and consider my favorites. I have a number of guest artists too. I am working on a lot of songs

Who has inspired you in the industry both local and international artists?

I am inspired by songs that have meanings like Bobi Wine’s song ‘Adam and Kawa’ which speaks volumes to me. Internationally I am inspired by the late Lucky Dube I was inspired by his music a lot. I would like to work with Busy Signal because he is versatile.

Other than music what else do you do?

And your hobbies?

I am a farmer. I have a farm in Rakai. I grow maize and own fish ponds and also run a number of businesses. I also have a music Record Label named King’s Love. I am also involved in the building of a Mosque in Entebbe. how they feel. Life is too short. The song was done by Jib Records.

Ever since you did a collabo with Gravity on ‘Vimba’ have you done any new collabos?

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Is it true artists are paying radio presenters to play their songs on radio?

I don’t like to comment on that because I believe it is a falling out between one artist and presenter that should not involve everyone. I have never paid for my songs to be played but I guess it happens. Some people can afford to pay and others who are actually talented cannot afford it.

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Where Are They?

Emperor Orlando

Orlando started being called an emperor back in the early ‘90s when fans bought his tapes to listen to his partner, Menton Summer.

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is solo career started after the unfortunate death of Menton Summer and since then he struggled to make it big in the music industry.

But that all changed when he released the ‘Nakonkona’ song. The song was so vibrant that when you started playing it you just have to leave it on repeat mode.

Nakonkona is probably one of the most recognized songs of Emperor Orlando. When that monster of a hit came out at the time, it took the radio airwaves by storm as most song requests through from the young or old just begged for the song to be played. If that wasn’t enough, it was a major club hit as several hangouts played the song to entice the party goers.

As a pioneer in the Ugandan music industry, Orlando made a comeback in 2010 by releasing a 17 track album titled ‘Zimala Zigenda’.

Some tracks received massive air play on most radio stations, especially the title track Zimala Zigenda.

But since then Orlando has been on silent spree the last we heard, he was doing some work with Dembe FM. And oh, those trade mark dread locks are no more.

This song is so legendary as it had several students in high school bumping their heads up and down while others had the courtesy of performing it during the dance classes with everyone showcasing their uncoordinated dance moves.

Nakonkona which is about a cheating wife was basically a message to the ladies to stay loyal to their husbands no matter the situation they are in, whether broke or not.

Orlando who is a great performer once left Arua Fans ecstatic as many ululated when he stepped on stage. Nakonkona being his major hit, had to be presented more than thrice as fans kept screaming ‘Again.’

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Emperor Orlando, Menton Summer, Rasta Rob MC and Raga Dee.

Priscilla Kalibbala.

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5 MUST EAT FOODS F Some people are born with great skin. They have it in their DNA. Then there are the rest of us who spend our last penny on beauty products that never seem to work. There is hope for us! In addition to exercise and drinking a lot of water to flush out the toxins, we need to include these skin enhancing foods to our diet to get great celebrity skins

Lemon Lemon detoxifies the body and beautiful skin starts on the inside.

Eating fresh lemon or drinking fresh lemonade can cleanse your skin. Lemon can also be used as a toner.

Pears Pears are usually imported here. If you can afford them make sure you add them to your shopping list. They have lots of vitamins and minerals that will definitely give you a glow in addition to having antioxidants that fight aging. You have to eat the skin though to get the most benefits.

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OR A CELEBRITY SKIN Turmeric Who knew that Indian spices play a role in giving you good skin. Well turmeric increases blood circulation and in turn makes you glow, reduces acne and blemishes.

Cabbage When you think Vitamin C you think oranges, strawberries and anything fruity. Cabbage is a surprising source of vitamin C. In fact it has more vitamin C than oranges. Cabbage also has vitamin A. These two vitamins will ensure that your skin does not quickly and will reduce wrinkles.

Peppers The key to youthful skin is hydration and fighting acne and wrinkles. Red and yellow peppers contain certain antioxidants that lower the skin’s sensitivity to the sun and decrease the formation of wrinkles especially round the eyes.

Now we are telling you to eat well but do not forget to cleanse and moisturize your skin. Also, pampering yourself with a few facials every now and then will not do any harm. Hey! You can even fake it with a really good make-up artist. Now off to the market you go!

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Song Lyrics

Wale Wale: Jose Chameleone Jose Chameleone is one of the biggest artistes in Africa. He is a veteran Uganda singer whose music has stood the taste of time

Wale Wale is Chameleone’s prayer for prosperity. This Afro-Zouk fusion combines real African rhime to the beats. The video was shot by Sasha Vibes from Moroto hills that adds drama and color to the subjet. It is mixed in Kiswahili,English and Luganda CHORUS: Kuna Wale wale walisha balikiwa Mungu Wale - Wale wale!!

Kuna Wale wale walisha pendwa zaidi Yule - Wale wale!!

Walelelelelelelelelele walelelelele!!!

Wale wale Walelelelelelelelelele walelelelele!!!

Wale wale Verse1:

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Show me the way, Show me every possibility, Others got plenty, Others no opportunity, Show me the way, How to live out of calamity, Show me the way, How to live better how to live greater.

Sawa!! Nipate Maisha mazuri, Sawa!! Watoto wasome vizuri, Sawa!! Wapate chakula nzuri, Sawa!! Nipate Maisha mazuri, Sawa!! Watoto wasome vizuri,

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THE LYRICS Sawa!! Wapate chakula nzuri, Kama, Kaguta, Kikwete, Kenyatta, Kabila, Kagame, Wale wale.

Ee,Aah,Ee,Aah - Wale Wale.

REPEAT CHORUS: VERSE: Wale wana’la nini?

Wale walikupa nini?

Wote tunasoma Diini, Tajiri na Masikini, Tell me the way, How you maintain your ability, You’re lucky to have plenty, Others in insanity, But tell me the way, How to uplift my community, Tell me the way, How to live better and live greater!

Sawa!! Nipate Maisha mazuri, Sawa!! Watoto wasome vizuri, Sawa!! Wapate chakula nzuri, Sawa!! Nipate Maisha mazuri, Sawa!! Watoto wasome vizuri, Sawa!! Wapate chakula nzuri, Kama, Seseko, Sambutu, Savimbi Salva kir , Sudhir, Wale wale.

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Ah, Ah, Ah na anza kuwa ogopa.

Speedy dee bomb, Obulamu bwafuuka bwa zigido, Wale Wale!!!

Lima ebyo byolima munange toteekamu kamilo, Wale Wale, Toteekangamu tamaa, Tovanga na munimiro, Wale Wale wale, Toteekangamu fitina, Munange byonna byonna ebyo zero!

Wale wale.

Show me the way, Show me every possibility, Others got plenty, Others no opportunity, Show me the way, How to live out of calamity, Show me the way, How to live better how to live greater.

SAWA - Africa yetu, SAWA - Tusaidie wetu, SAWA - Watu ni Watu, SAWA - Sisi ni Watu, Lwaki siba neeno beetu, Okufuwa Omuleletu, Gwange! Omuleletu, Ngufuyira bantu bange!

Guno no n’Omuleletu, Njogera nina beetu, Day one, day day two, Eh, eh, eh, eh!

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Studio Diary

The Making Of A Hit...

‘Netaga gwe’

By Jackie Senyonjo Jackie Senyonjo is a Uganda Gospel artist. She is known for her worship songs like ‘my redeemer lives. Her music is well appreciated in Uganda and internationally. She talked to chano8 about life and music.

Tell chano8 about Jackie the artiste. What genre of music do you do? What else does Jackie do besides singing and performing?

I started off singing in the Worship team at Kansanga Miracle Centre, after a while I came to the first line and then backup. My breakthrough came when I sang “My redeemer lives” which was well received by the audience at church and from then on I became unstoppable.

I sang my first solo in 2009 and my first recorded track was a duet called “Gyogenda” with Alice Kyobe. This is on the Gyogenda album which includes songs like Nandibadewa and Yanwanira. The second album is a 7

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track album called Ndopera gwe and includes songs like Ndopera gwe, Guma Noyo, Kineke (done in Abuja).

My 3rd album is called Netagagwe and features songs like Netagagwe, Okuba Omukazi, Yesu Yegwe, Bampa, Neyimiriza mugwe and 4th album called Bigambe Mukama has songs like Bigambe Mukama, Sisana, Gwe walinda, Ogulumizibwe and Available The 5th album is still in the works but promises to be a thriller. All my albums feature at least one English track.

As a person, Jackie is an extrovert who loves a good conversation and is good at making friends. She is a born again Christian born in

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Kabale. She grew up in Entebbe studied at Lake Victoria Primary school for a while but completed her education in Gayaza Junior school, from there she proceeded to Kibuli SS for her Olevels and finally Bweranyangi Girls in Bushenyi for her Olevels. She then did computer studies in Nsambya as her dad passed on and she was not able to pursue her studies any further. While at KMC, she met Pr Senyonjo and they wedded in 2003 and are blessed with 3 children (2 boys and a girl).

The genre of music I do the most is Afrobeat though I can sing R&B as well as slow worship.

However, I am mostly known for Afrobeat.

Apart from singing I train choirs and prepare them for performances. I do the vocal training as well as choreography.

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Now about Netaga gwe, who wrote the song?

What inspired the song? What is the story behind this song? Any personal experiences behind the making of the song?

About Netagagwe, it was written by Ray Signature. I admit to have been quite reluctant to do the song as it was a different beat and not within my usual genre. I was not so sure it would be a hit as such I took unusually long to finalise the song.

However, I was won over by the richness of the lyrics and the fact that the song speaks to life’s challenges. But also I got encouraged by DKing the producer. The backup vocals were done by Hawa Musa and the video by Rosa Uganda.

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How different is the Netaga gwe song from The other songs you have done in the past?

What does it have to offer to the audience, what message/experience do you intend to share with the listeners of this song?

First of all Netagagwe was written by another writer, I had written all my previous songs.

Also it was written by someone that normally writes secular music and that partly explains my initial reluctance to do the song. Otherwise it is a wonderfully produced song by DKing who is slowly making his mark in the Ugandan music industry.

The message to the listeners is that, God is able to take you through any of life challenges. He is not limited unlike our fellow human beings. It encourages people to hold firmly to God who is able to help us overcome any of life’s situations.

Who produced this song and what did it take?

How long did it take you to produce this song?

What is the budget estimate for making a song like Netaga gwe right from script to final mastering?

The song was produced by David in DKing studios. Production took a week and a half mostly due to my laziness and reluctance.

Being that it was the first time and Ray was trying to encourage me to do the song.

He only charged me UGX 500,000 for it. Also then DKing was still relatively unknown so he only charged me UGX 300,000. Infact at Uganda Shillings 1,500,000 the video cost much more than production.

What challenges do you face in doing your music and bringing it into the public?

The biggest challenge for Gospel artistes is finances to do good recording, videos and promotion. Gospel artistes will get paid less than secular artistes for the same performance or

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The message to the listeners is that, God is able to take you through any of life challenges. He is not limited unlike our fellow human beings.

It encourages people to hold firmly to God who is able to help us overcome any of life’s situations. quality of music. Performances are artistes’ main source of income, so when they are paid less but expected to give the same quality of music, it becomes unfair. Also to maintain the standard once you have done a good song, the public expects you to continue producing hits and so the pressure is high.

What does Jackie have in store for her fans and audience in the future? How do you see your music evolving and going to the next level?

I am going to continue to experiment with different genres of music and videos. I am also hoping to do a church tour later in the year as well as do more collaborations with other artistes.

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Relationship

I met this girl 3 months and we fell in love and have been going out since. Problem is she told me recently she is 4 months pregnant. I don’t know if i should keep this relationship or end it. I love this girl but she is having another man’s baby?”

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ell that is a tough one. There are a lot of follow up questions to this situation but I believe with love all is possible. Am not being a romantic or optimistic but I believe she waited 3 months to see if the relationship with you was going somewhere before bringing this ‘Big’ news to you and now the ball is in your court to either end the relationship or continue it. By telling you her situation simply means she wants to be with you and build something with you. I commend her for honesty most young women would have told you it is your baby.

Dating a pregnant girl has its complications and is regarded as a lot of work. A lot has to be considered like where the biological father is and why is he not in the picture? Will he be a problem in the future? All these are questions need to be answered. What will your role be in her life, a boyfriend, and father to her baby or even husband in the future?

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Dating a pregnant girl has its complications and is regarded as a lot of work. A lot has to be considered like where the biological father is and why is he not in the picture? will he be a problem in the future? All these are questions that need answers to be answered.

It takes a lot for a man to take on the responsibility you’re faced with but where there is love there is away. I can understand when a man walks away from such a situation because it’s a lot to take on. If you really love this girl then you can work it out. It won’t be easy but for love its worth it.

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ell what you have on yourself is a situation that will require more common sense than feelings that your heart may be palpitating with.

First off I don’t know how old you are and whether you are ready to be a stepfather if you choose to continue with this relationship. You need to have a concrete plan of how you will take care of this woman and her baby. This is because once you assume this responsibility, it wont be very easy to negate the same. Successful parenting needs one to tighten their boots and be ready for the challenge because it is not a walk in the park.

Also this is likely to be further complicated by the fact that the child in question is not biologically yours. You will therefore lack the natural bond with the child that a father experiences while interacting with his child. Do not be fooled. This bond is very important. It is what binds parents to their children and makes them go to great lengths to provide and nurture a growing child.

Unfortunately that feeling of ‘I will do anything for my son or daughter ’ may be missing from your relationship. That last thing you want to do is assume responsibility for this child then breakaway midway after reality hitting home. So give it careful consideration.

Secondly, you need to find out exactly happened with your woman and her past relationship. Why did she leave the man and what kind of relationship does she have with him now. You need to be certain this relationship is over and done with before you take drastic steps of co parenting with this her.

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a little baggage that they bring into a relationship, but then again, some baggage is too much.

What you have here is excess baggage. A newborn child is not something that is going to go away anytime you feel like it’s a little too much.

They are here to stay.

This is also likely to complicate things between the two of you because there is going to be a third party that needs to be given consideration in most decisions that the two of you will make.

I believe successful parents are those that are initially in a solid relationship and are prepared for any pregnancy that may result due to their shared life.

Lastly, you have known this woman for only three months and you relationship is still in its formative stage. It is way too early to start thinking long term considering the circumstances. What you need to do is give it a shot because you clearly care about her but do not rush into anything. Let her have her baby and see how things play out. Before you take a step this drastic you need to know each other well.

Give it at least a year and a half or a year if you are in a hurry. But desist from blindly rushing into things simply because of the emotions that you feel.

As you go along you will realize that Love is more of a choice and less of feelings. This is the realization that all mature couples come to realize after years of relating. Remember to be rational as you make your decision.

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TOP 10 OF THE MONTH

THE BEST O Hottest Songs &

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#1 Love You Everyday BEBE COOL This year surely has been a good year for the Gamel boss. Big size as he prefers to call himslef is full of surprises and has the ability to change style and genre of music to give something unique. This block buster song has a blend of Rock, Reggae and Soul. It’s very diffenert from the Bebe Cool we know!

#2 Sitya loss EDDIE KENZO Where as some big names have been fighting with local DJs over air space,Eddie Kenzo was busy working his way up the charts in the international scene with his creation. The ‘Sitya loss’ (Ghetto kids verson) has gone viral on the internet ever since it’s release and the song is working wonders everywhere

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F AUGUST We present the hottest songs and artists that dominated air waves

#3 Wale Wale DR. JOSE CHAMELEONE Like we have said here before, the musical doctor has never been one to stay idle. After Tubonge dominated the airwaves for a long time this year, he has done it again. This time with a new tune ‘Wale Wale’ which is a simple prayer for prosperity. The song is already doing well across East Africa

#4 Mulirwana KING SAHA king Saha, mentored by Chameleone, has taken Uganda by storm. The song is about a guy that’s fallen for his neighbour and stalks her throughout the video. It’s one of those catchy tunes that Ugandan’s all over won’t stop singing.

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#5 Neera - Tukikole Radio and Weasel The song was written by Radio during the turmoil that embroiled the Gudlyfe and consequent seperation from thier manager. The song was a plea to Weasel to stay put and stick together and now the fans across East Africa have warmed up to it full swing

#6 Gyobera Irene ntale From the time she released ‘Love letter with Bebe Cool, Irene Ntale’s star has been rising. Now she is rubbing shoulders with the big boys as she receives nominations and awards for her works.

But most recently, the guitarist, and songwriter has been on the airwaves with this block buster song ‘Gyobera’

#7 Twesana SheebaH Just when we thought it couldn’t get away better than ‘ice Cream,’ Sheeba did it again with ‘Twesana’ that is currently several DJs’ and club goers’ favourite song. We love the creativity and dance moves in the video. Sheeba is definitely going places if she keeps this up.

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We present the hottest songs and artists that dominated Ugandan air waves in the month

#8 Ntunga RADIO & WEASEL Radia and Weasel have done it again with Ntunga. It’s a love song where one lover asks the other to put them back together hence the ‘Ntunga’ which means “sew me”. It’s a great song to chill back to and great coloring too in the video.

#9 Deep In Love REMA NAMAKULA Rema’s rise to the top has been well documented in the media. We cant say more as the diva is clearly on a steady troll up the ladder.She does it again here in her characteristic love theme and gentle sweetness in the video we are accostomed to.The song is already a big hit in the region

#10 Dilema BOBI WINE & MR G FT.CINDY The collabo between Mr G and Bobi Wine is not new to us and we have gotten used to their songs but there is something about their Brand new jam with Cindy “Dilema”.

This song has already taken over the club scenes in Uganda and radio waves. The song may not be suited for children as some of the language is lewd.

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COUNT DOWN

International

Count Down

Every month we compile the top international hits dominating Ugandan airwaves in our international countdown. Checkout who’s in and who’s not..

Mafikizolo are going places with thier song Khona which is doing well.

1. 1. Shake it off – Taylor swift

1. 11. KHONA - MAFIKIZOLO

1. 2. Anaconda – Nicki Minaj

2. 12. AYE - DAVIDO

1. 3. Bang bang - Jesse J, Ariana, N Minaj

1. 13. HAPPY - PHARRELL WILLIAMS

2. 4. Black widow - Iggy Azelea &

1. 14. SHOW ME- KID INK FT.CHRIS BROWN

3. Rita OraFT.

1. 15. TASTE THE MONEY- P.SQUARE.

1. 5. Stay with me - Sam Smith

1. 16. THE MONSTER - EMINEN FT. RIHANNA

1. 6. Boom clap - Chalie xcx

1. 17. BURN ELLIE GOULDING

2. 7. Chandelier - Sia

1. 18. BROTHER U -DBANJ

3. 8. Tchelete - Davido feat Mafikizolo

1. 19. LE KWA UKWU- - IYANYA

1. 9. Maps -Maroon 5

2. 20. STORY OF MY LIFE – ONE DIRECTION

1. 10. Rude - magic

1. 21. WREAKING BALL-MILEY CYRUS 1.

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East Africa Top 10 Hits 1. LOVE YOU EVERY DAY - BEBE COOL 2. SITYA LOSS - EDDIE KENZO (UG) 3. BLACK STAR - OCTOPIZZO ( TZ) 4. Nishike - SAUTI SOL (KE) 5. SEREBUKA-MWASITI (TZ) 6. QUALITY KA HIZO - MEJJA FT. PIZO DIZO (KE) 7. BUTTERFLY - NAMELESS (KE) 8. WALE WALE - JOSE CHAMELEONE (UG) 9. POSA YA BOLINGO - ALICIOUS (KE) 1. 22. TOUCHING MA BODY- J.MARTINS 1. 23. ALL OF ME- JOHN LEGEND

10. SUGUA GAGA - SHAA (TZ) 11. DEEP IN LOVE- REMA (UG)

1. 24. DARK HORSE –KATY PERRY FT.JUICY J 1. 25. JAMBO – ICE PRINCE 1. 26. WAKE ME UP- AVICII 1. 27. DEMONS – IMAGINE DRAGONS 1. 28. NOT A BAD THING- JUSTINE TIMBERLAKE 1. 29. TALK DIRTY TO ME-JASON DERULO FT 1.

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1. 30. CAN’T REMEMBER TO FORGET YOU1. SHAKIRA FT RIHANA

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Chano8’s top 10 hits of East Africa have been decided upon by a panel of professional judges well equiped with statistical data based on TV and radio air play, CD sales, club play and requests received for the respective songs.

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REVIEWS

Movie Review

The movie is more of a comedy rather than a relationship guide this time round and is guaranteed to leave you grasping for air in laughter.

Now Showing In Cinemas THINK LIKE A MAN TOO In the highly anticipated sequel to Steve Harvey’s celebrated book “Think like a man” which had a movie follow up in 2012, Think like a man too brings back the old crew including the hilarious Kevin Hart that narrates the story as seen in the first one. The movie is more of a comedy rather than a relationship guide this time round and is guaranteed to leave you grasping for air in laughter.

The movie setting is in Las Vegas where we catch up on all the couples’ relationships since ‘think like a man’ as they are there to witness their friends’ Candace (Regina Hall) and Michael (Terrence Jenkins), the mama’s boy tie the knot. This time there is no Harvey play book as they take on Vegas, the guys try to have the best bachelor party and the girls try to do the same inspite of the mother in law from hell.

The movie kind of reminds us of ‘the hungover’ and ‘Bridesmaids’. It is quite predictable but we sure all the comedy fans will love this one as well as everyone that liked the first movie.

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ALBUM REVIEW

AlbumReview

Best Of Bebe Cool Collection

The Best of Bebe Cool concert went into the history books for many things. One of which was a well packaged collection of his Best songs given out to the VIP guests

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missed. The organisers of the concert made sure that there was a special ‘Thank You package’ that was given out to the VIP guests.

And that package included a well packaged collection of Bebe Cool’s best songs as a professional artist.

However, there was something unique about the concert that some people may have

An insider confessed that it was not easy to come up with the final list of the songs from a collection of over 200 songs done by the ‘Nkola Byafayo’ singer over the years. However, when they finally settled on the 40 songs

he Best of Bebe Cool concert was a massive success with a big turnout at Kampala Serena Hotel. the crowd had a mixture of the usual thrill seekers to the diehard Gagamel fans. There were also the big shots from corporates to the filthy rich tycoons of Uganda. Fellow musicians and high ranking government officials completed the mix.

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name of ‘launching an album for charity’ with proceeds going to an orphanage or treating a cancer patients or anything else. However Bebe Cool was clear from day one when he said his was a thank you concert to share his musical journey with family, friends and fans. And indeed he lived up to his word.

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Back to the Best Of Bebe Cool Album (or collection if you like), the arrangement is a brief story of the journey the Reggae star has made to the top of the industry in an assortment that he himself even feels is unfair as he feels many Best of Bebe Cool songs are missing on the list.

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The collection features prominent songs like ‘Big Size’, ‘Fire Burn Dem’ (ft East African Bashment Crew), ‘Bafude’, ‘Talimba Yesu’ and ‘Akamwako’ representing the ‘old school’ while the latest releases are represented by songs like ‘Coccidiosis Song’, ‘Love Letter (ft Irene Ntale), ‘Ntuuyo Zange’, ‘Nkwagala’, ‘Nkola Byafayo’ and the block buster hit ‘Love You Every day’.

put together as ‘The Best of Bebe Cool’, it made a lot of sense since it was appropriately named in relation to the theme of the concert.

This is something very few artists if any have done in the music industry in Uganda. Most artists publicise their music shows or concerts as ‘Album launches’ when in actual sense they have no album to launch. Some even shamelessly go ahead and auction fake CDs disguised as ‘Albums’ to their fans as a means of raising funds.

We have heard stories of musicians duping fans into paying exorbitant entry fees in the

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Other songs worth mentioning are ‘Fire Burn Dem’, Boom Back (Bogolako) and ‘Agenze’.

The songs with different themes and genres show Bebe Cool’s versatility and capability in adjusting to the ever changing demands of the music trends.

A limited copy of the collection was produced specifically for the Best of Bebe Cool concert and therefore a copy can only be got by talking to Bebe’s team or the organisers of that concert.

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Night Life

Band Review

Gagamel Band

Thrives On Commitment And Passion The Gagamel band is a band comprising youg talented and passionate artists headed by Moses Ssali aka Bebe Cool

The Gagamel Band at Crystal Clear studios

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hen you are a first timer at the Gagamel Band live performances on Tuesdays at Amnesia, you can’t fail to notice a young and energetic guitarist enjoying himself while doing what he knows best. He is a performer and entertainer just like his boss Bebe Cool. He does his thing with passion. You can feel that he loves and enjoys what he is doing as he cuddles his instrument. He is called Fazik the Base guitarist.

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The Gagamel Band has ever since its formation in 2005, grown to be one of the leading live Bands in Uganda. It prides itself with members who commit themselves wholesomely to the project. The passion and zeal with which they display their talents is obvious to anyone attending their show. Fazik is a perfect reflection of the team.

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Bebe Cool The hardwork and dedication invested in the project is clearly manifested in their tunes.

One cannot help but, admire the level of commitment and loyalty these young men and women have exhibited to the cause. It is these qualities that have made the band stand the storms and taste of time all through the years.

“We had challenges while forming the Gagamel Band at the beginning because some members wanted instant fame and financial rewards from being a Band Member. They did not understand the dynamics of the entertainment industry and got frustrated”. Bebe Cool explained to Chano8 “We had to recruit again and this time, the crop of members understood our journey and direction that we want to take. They understand the Gagamel philosophy very well, that is why you can see the level of commitment and dedication which has now made the Band what it is today. Bebe added The Band that plays ‘all kinds of music’ performs every Tuesday night at Club Amnesia on Jinja Road just next to Club Rouge. It has now 115Sept.2014

Base guitarist Fazik

built a sizable fan base and an equally committed and loyal Gagamel Family that enjoys their performances that include Raggae, Rock, Zouk, Ragga, Dance Hall and Afro beat also known as ‘Kidandali’.

“We have been able to win the admiration and support of music lovers who come to watch our shows every Tuesday. The Band is now recognised by fans as the Best live Band in Uganda. We also recently got nominated and eventually won an Award at the Zzina Music Awards 2014. Said a proud Kabuye Geoffrey aka Trumpet Josh the Band Manager.

The headline song Ekikumi

refers to the “100 shilling coin” which in common man’s slang refers to “money”. The song speaks about the difficulty in making money but with a

The Gagamel band was in full force at the Best of Bebe Cool concert

Josh who joined the Band in 2009 says, it has helped build and develop their talent and besides backing up the main vocalist Bebe Cool, they also have their own songs and projects which the team supports. He adds that the plan for the near future is to recruit more new talent, improve on quality of music done with better equipment and then embark on upcountry tours in Uganda.

When you attend a live performance of this group at Amnesia or just their rehearsal sessions at Crytal Clear Studios in Kololo, there is some irresistible force that keeps you glued on proceedings. Whether it is the sweet melodies from backup singers Angel and Jackie or the expert finger works from Ronald on the keyboard, there is always some magic that keeps one wanting more.

With the level of talent and commitment already on display, one thing is for sure. The sky is the limit for this group. Whether they are doing a rendition of Bob Marley’s ‘No Woman No Cry’ or ‘Nkola Byafayo’, you get the highest level of entertainment thrill and an energetic, electrifying performance just like 116Sept.2014

the one witnessed at the recent ‘Best of Bebe Cool’ concert at Kampala Serena Hotel where the band was at it’s elegant best.

FULL TIME GAGAMEL BAND MEMEBERS Moses Ssali aka Bebe Cool - Lead Vocalist/ Band Leader Kabuye Geoffrey aka Trumpet Josh - Trumpet Player/Band Manager Fazik - Base guitarist Matovu Ronald - Lead Keyboardist Henry- Drummer Ronny Mutabazy – Main Backup Vocalist Angel – Backup vocalist Alvin – Backup vocalist Jackie Katamwe – Backup Vocalist

When you attend a live performance of this group at Amnesia or just their rehearsal sessions at Crytal Clear Studios in Kololo, there is some irresistible force that keeps you glued on proceedings.

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Jose Chameleone And Leila Kayondo The song that was produced by Washington, was an instant club hit with FM radios following suit. Since then, the months of June and July saw it spread like wild fire with fans of both artists crying for a video for the Dance hall song.

After rumours of hesitations from Chameleone (Apparently he had refused to do the video and only relented after Leila’s boyfriend SK Mbuga intervened), the video was finally shot mid July by Savvy Films and directed by Sasha Vybz at SMS ONE offices in Kololo and The Bay in Munyonyo Kampala.

The video scenes oscillate from night club partying to a beach setting, then bonfire and camping to just having a leisure ride in a luxurious car. It all starts in a boardroom meeting where ‘serious corporates’ are discussing their business plans and strategies. With the attendants nodding in agreement when Leila the presenter ‘hits a point.’

It then rolls into a frenzy of fun as they start the party right in the boardroom after probably ‘nailing a deal’. I must confess though the boardroom intro is a little uncomfortable especially with Leila’s presentation looking awkward and rehearsed.

The rest is the crafty work of a genius in play as Sasha adds color and pomp to the party, giving it life and the natural setting and surrounding Leila is comfortable in. She leads the dancing with the other vixens just giving the relaxing atmosphere as the camera movements and angles exaggerate the dance moves to ease the efforts of the dancers and clubbers. In all it’s a well packaged video for a very good song.

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Jose Chameleone doing his thing in the ‘Relaxing video’ that has steadily featured on Ugandan airwaves

Music Video The video scenes oscillate from night club partying to a beach setting, then bonfire and camping to just having a relaxing ride in a luxurious car.

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gandan music doctor Jose Chameleone was a few weeks back boosted with over 50 Million for his upcoming One Man, One Million concert slated for December 18th at Kampala Serena Hotel.

famous Katsha Sushi Party and according to media reports, is also Uganda’s first ever Playboy.

The ‘Wale Wale’ singer was handed 20,000 Dollars by Katumba “Katsha” Shaffic. Chameleone who was in South Africa performing will now be laughing straight to the bank with over Ugx 51,000,000 Katumba “KATSHA” Shaffic is a Ugandan Tycoon based in South Africa and handed Chameleone the bucks as his ‘contribution’ towards the much talked about concert dubbed ‘One Million Show’.

KATSHA rose to fame with the

“When we said its ONE MAN, ONE NIGHT, ONE SHOW, ONE MILLION, We meant that we are calling the able ones to come and support music Uganda to the fullest! It’s Ugandan Pride if you live and love Uganda. Thanks to “PRESIDENT”KATSHA De Bank.

Representing South Africa to the fullest!!! $20,000 to the ONE MILLION night. 18th December is the showdown. LEONE ISLAND TUGENDE TUKOLE.”

The visibly excited Chameleone later posted this message on facebook;

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Gossip Reloaded

Club Rouge Ownership Now Settled!!!.

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t has been confusing of late who owned club Rouge after Abowe Spear sold it to Ronald Muramuzi the telex free fraud early this year. He closed the club for renovations leaving Ugandans waiting for the new revamped club. This came to pass and everyone who is who attended except the New owner Ronald who was arrested for fraud. It is rumored he signed away the club to City tycoon Ken Ntaro as payment for a huge debt.

Upon his release early last month he claimed to having been forced to handover the club Ken Ntaro hired former manager of Venom Arinaitwe Fidel to manage rouge and it has now been clarified he is the sole owner of the club. At the end of the day what matters is that Club Rouge is back and better on the outside as well as inside.

Ken and a Pal pose for a photo at a car show

Anne Kansiime And Eddy Kenzo Win Awards In Australia

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he gods are surely smiling down at Anne andseveral Eddy Kenzo. ccording toKansiime our sources, local The stars who have already received celebrities plan to put Mary Luswata so recognition and achievements in hermuch rightful place. This comes after this year, have been honored with awards at her continuous, shaming, belittling the Afro Australia Music on andher Movie Awards and abusing several celebrities ‘Scoop in Sydney, Australia which took place on Scoop’ show on Urban TV. So don’t be left on September 6th, 2014. in shock if she’s hit with a lawsuit or some-

Anne Kansiime displays the awards

thing of the sort.

Anne Kansiime was with Outstanding African Comedian award she also received Mary has been warned by and several celebribehalf of Eddy Kenzo for Best ties forone heron rather contentious behavior, but New Music Act. Kansimme also met her it seems like it always falls on deaf ears. Its role models actress Vivica believed that aAmerican complaintSuper was filed with the Fox and Nigerian Ramsey Nore at the awards.

New Vision boss Mr. Kabushenga Robert but nothing has become of it.

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Why Bobi Wine Sacked His Manager

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hetto president Bobi Wine recently sacked his business manager. The Ghetto President issued a statement on his Facebook page notifying his fans and clients that he had parted ways with his long-time manager, Laurence Labeja.

The Gladiator of the ‘Size yo’ fame however did not state why he fired him.

And whispers from the know indicate that, Laurence was fired because of the recently flopped ‘Everyone is Me’ charity concert at Hotel Africana, People’s Space.

The concert which was sponsored by Save the Children fund was meant to raise funds to help solve maternal health issues in hospitals across the country specifically targeting

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pregnant women and vulnerable children.

However, according to some reports, a reliable source intimated that, Laurence was given several millions for that concert but did not manage the funds well as well as the event itself. He also failed to account for the money he received to run the project.

Bobi however reiterated that the sucking had nothing to do with bad blood between him and Laurence.

“This reshuffle has not been influenced by any negativity or bad blood, Mr.Labeja remains a family member, a friend and a brother. We thank you for your continued support.”

He said.

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Gossip Reloaded Big Brother Africa ‘Hot Shots’ To Kick Off Soon

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inally, there is wonderful news for Big Brother fans. Africa’s biggest reality show, which had been postponed after a fire gutted the house in South Africa is set to resume soon.

M’Net and Endomol the organisers of the reality TV show have found an alternative house after searching both locally and internationally and soon the show now in season 9 will resume on October 5th.

“After exploring all possible options, the team are delighted to announce that the show will go on as a venue has been found to get the show on air within the next month.” Read a statement they released.

“A multitude of factors have had to be considered, including the complex technical requirements, logistics, technical crews and satellite link facilities which have all formed part of the challenge.” They added in the statement.

Big Brother will resume soon

Ivan Semwanga Is Apparently Broke

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ews coming from the gossip corridors is that showy South African based Sangoma Ivan Semwanga is a broke fella.

According to some media reports, Semwanag was actually declared bankrup by South African officials and his business empire is in the verge of collapse.

Peng Peng a social media gossip page also claims this is the reasonthe ‘tycoon’s beautiful wife Zari Hassan abondoned him for Farouq Sempala with whome they have been flaunting thier affair.

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Sources also intimate that after Zari enjoyed the company of Farouk, she however needed money for her White Party slated for next month, the reason she keeps going back to South Africa to see her estranged hubby.

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Spennah Beach Share The Happiness

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pennah beach is a sophisticated get away with a serene lake view. The beach which is located in Entebbe just a few kilometers out of Kampala city, is one of Entebbe’s greatest party treasures. With a beautiful, sprawling campus of sand and amenities, Spennah is more than just a beach.

Toda it reinvents a stage where everyone plays their unique part. Its striking beauty, contemporary art, and music merge into a vibrant new kind of guest experience. Guests are invited to enter a world of endless possibilities, where they are free to play, dine, meet or simply relax – however they define a perfect day.

The beach is also described as a lovers’ cradle to watch the sunset, a family weekend BBQ, speed boats and boat cruises, Caribbean beach music sounds in the cool breeze from the shores of Lake Victoria.

Spennah is a vast location that can hold over 2000 people. It’s also known for holding events and concerts like it once hosted the Bell fiesta and Busy Signal concerts which filled the beach up to capacity.

From volley ball and soccer activities like Timed Dribbling, Computer Football Gaming, Penalty Shootouts and Foosball, the party can go on till wee hours of the night

Do you want your favourite hangout to be featured on this page? Please tell us about it on our facebook page @chano8 so that we can check it out and share it with the world.

What’s On! Campus Night Angenoir presents the “The original” Campus Night every Thursday!

Ladies with University ID’s get in free before mid-night and gents, only 6k!

Buy Club beer at only 2k all night long!!!

FEE6,000/=

Bayimba The Bayimba International Festival of the Arts that is annually held in Kampala during the 3rd week of September is Uganda’s number one multiarts festival.

It will run from19-21 September 2014 12 Noon to 12 Midnight.Entry fee is 2,000/=

Gagamel Bebe Cool (Big size) together with the Gagamel Band performs live every Tuesday at Club Amnesia starting at 7:00pm A Night of Live music and fresh Vibes FREE ENTRY Nile Gold @ 3,500/=

LAFTAZ Comedy LAFTAZ Comedy night every Wednesday at the Laftas Lounge in Centenary Park.

Show starts at 8:00pm with a collection of high profile comedians ENTRANCE is 10,000/=

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What’s On! Karaoke Night You can enjoy Karaoke every Monday night at Jazz Ville Bar & Restaurant Bugolobi. Thre is live jazz and executive dining.

8:00PM till late.

Be the star of the night!

Entrance is Free. Lots of drinks and eats available!

Jazz Night For those who love Jazz there is Jazz Night at Emin Pasha every Friday Night. Come and enjoy some quality live music.

From 7pm. Entrance is free.

Spicy Divas Every Wednesday is Spicy divas at Club Amnesia Music By DJ POFIA FREE ENTRY Happy Hour All Beers @ 3,000/= Till 9:05PM

Fun factory Funfactory comedy show at National Theatre every Thursday.

Lots of fun and guest performances from artistes.Rib cracking jokes.

ENTRANCE: 10,000/=

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What’s On! Campus Night Campus Nite is on every Tuesday at Alfredoz! You don’t want to miss this!!! Buy 3 Niles at only 10,000/=, Vodka and Gilbeys shots at 2,000/= , Bond7 and UG shots at 1500/=.

Enjoy the latest music, nyamachoma, shisha and so much more!

Oldies Nite Every Thursday is Oldies Nite at Riders Lounge at Village Mall in Bugolobi.

Don’t miss cool old school music mixes, lots of eats and drinks and a Jameson promotion From 7:00PM till late!

Krazy Campus Every Tuesday is Crazy Campus Nite at Club Silk Ladies enter free before midnight and 5,000/= for the rest Students come with Campus ID. Club beer goes for 2,500/= all night

Flash Back Flash Back Tuesdays at Silk Lounge is the way to wind down on Tuesday nights with blasts from the past. Get your groove on Doors open at 7:00PM ENTRY FEE: 30,000/=

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