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Budding Ugandan RnB singer Junior Gentle real name Simon Kasoke, who is popularly known for his soothing jam ‘Tuuza’, is a man with an amazing story. We caught up with him this week and had a one-on-one during which he revealed all about his music career, love life and many other things that fans didn’t know about him. To find out what Junior Gentle revealed about himself all you have to do is read on; Qun: Can you please tell us about yourself; who really is Junior Gentle? I’m Junior Gentle aka Mr. Charm, an artiste, music producer, songwriter, composer and dancer. Qun: How did you end up in the music industry, didn’t want to be like a doctor or lawyer? No, I actually had many dreams, like, being a pilot, being a soldier and many more but after school, I had many musical people around me, and they realized the talent of music in me, so I had to do music. Qun: Tell us about your music journey; how has it been over the years? Not bad, there is always a right time. https://youtu.be/MODRmOLHZzk Qun: What has been your biggest music project so far? All my songs are great. Because each song has its own fans. So, all of them. Qun: Music is not a smooth road; what are some of the challenges you’ve met during your career? I have covered most common challenges in music production but artistry is hard. The music reach-out is a challenge. Qun: If you were a parent, would you advise your child to become a musician? Yes, if they got the talent. Qun: If given an opportunity would you quit music to join another field? Not to quit music, but I want to join other fields too. Qun: What or who really inspired you to join the music industry? None, I have role models only. Qun: Do you write your songs or you hire someone to do that? I write my own songs. I write for others too. Qun: Tell us about your latest project ‘Tuuza’ and what inspired you to do it. Everyone needs their lover to believe and trust them so ‘TUUZA’ is all about that. Qun: Fans out there, especially the ladies would like to know whether you’re single, dating or already settled down with someone. I’m not dating at all. Qun: What are some of the benefits you’ve registered from your music career? I taught myself how to Produce Music by just listening. Qun: After releasing ‘Tuuza’ did you decide to go on holiday or you’re in studio cooking up something? I\’m releasing \”OTANDEBYA\” soon. Qun: How does it feel working under a record label like Black Market Records? It feels better than before, because now I operate in a professional music environment. Qun: Would you advise other artistes in Uganda to sign up with Black Market Records or any other record label? Yes, because working with a record label comes with its advantages. Qun: Do you have any advice to fellow artistes out there especially on how they can improve earnings from their music? All I can tell them is put God first, always pray and believe in your magic.

Ugandan musical genius Junior Gentle is literally making tables turn in the music industry with his single \”Otandebya.\”A very enticing love song, ‘Tuuza’ is a ballad in which Junior Gentle sings about a woman he loves so much and would like to see her settle down with him. https://youtu.be/MODRmOLHZzk him.The song has since become a sensation in western Uganda and other parts of the country among lovers of RnB music, especially because he sings mainly in his native Runyankole language, with a blend of some English vibes.During the time he has been around Uganda’s entertainment scenes Junior Gentle has proved has proven himself capable of evolving and fitting perfectly in the music industry with a specialty for the RnB genre. However, although ‘Tuuza’ is Junior Gentle’s latest project that is trending on several local TVs stations, the singer is set to release a new dubbed ‘Otandebya’, which is another RnB love ballad that tickle the hearts and ears of his fans.The song ‘Otandebya’, which can be loosely translated to mean ‘Don’t disappoint me’, is basically about a young beautiful woman for whom he declares love and begs her never to leave him.Real name Simon Kasoke, Junior Gentle aka Mr. Charm Charm is a recording artist who hails from Mbarara City and is signed to Black Market Records.

‘Otandebya’ is anticipated to be one of Junior Gentle’s biggest songs. The rising act aims at having the biggest song of 2022 in ‘Otandebya’. Produced by himself, the song is a love jam that shows his musical maturity and composure. https://youtu.be/MODRmOLHZzk It is an easy song that speaks about the joy someone should have when they are in love. Born Simon Kasoke, Junior Gentle is a versatile male Ugandan artist who is passionate about music and majors in Dancehall and Afro-beats music. He sings in three languanges ie English, Runyankore and Swahili.He is signed to Black Market Records as a producer, songwriter and artist.

Budding Ugandan dancehall artist Damboddo has dropped the official audio for his new single ‘Lujuju (Siva Kumwenge)’. A reverberating Amapiano tune, ‘Lujuju’ is bound to rattle Uganda’s music industry for a long time simply because there is nothing like it on the market currently.A simple party song that appeals to most youth, ‘Lujuju’ is bound to propel Damboddo’s music career to greater heights and being his debut project the jam will help to shape his musical path. https://youtu.be/v1s41t9XbaQ Born Ssemwanga Albert, Damboddo is a Ugandan dancer, trainer and choreographer.His dancing career sparked off in 2014 at Nabweru Youth Centre.He is a member of Smash Dance Crew but started undertaking solo projects in 2016 with music managements that include; Golden Band and Solid Band.He is renowned for his dance versatility in styles like Amapiano (South Africa), Live band performance, Lingala Dance, Afro Dance and Afro Fusion. He has featured on a couple of concerts namely; ‘Bwagamba Concert’ by Mesach Ssemakula, ‘Tears Of A Woman’ by Catherine Kusasila and ‘Ndi Muzadde’ by Moreen Nantume.He won the Fly Dance Competitions that were held at Nsambya Sharing Youth Centre under the Smash Dance Crew.He also won the ‘For You Challenge’ contest, a charitable event that was organised by singer Shakira Shakiraa in a bid to give back to fans. Recently, Damboddo released many dance challenge videos with Black Market Records some of which include; ‘Nangana’, ‘Kulewa Kuchuchuma’, ‘Andele’, ‘Chunduka’, ‘Si Huachanga’ and many more.He is currently in the studio working on  new music projects  so all you gotta do is watch out for new projects from Damboddo!

Fathermoh has been taking the lead this year on dropping solo projects. From Benga Na Mugithi featuring Swat, Joefes , Odi Wa Muranga to Taliban where he featured Willis Raburu and now Balaa, his anticipated release, he seems to be the only one putting much effort in doing solo projects. We however wouldn\’t discredit the fact that Joefes holds the record for the most number of views on YouTube and Iphooolish is a goat at spitting. Needless to say, Fathermoh\’s growth has been tremendous. Fathermoh is best known as the father of hooks when it comes to the creation of hit songs and bangers. His delivery skills always stand out and this has given him the shining spot in the versatile Gengetone music group ‘Mbuzi Gang’. Lately, we’ve witnessed a successful music story from the trio after their song featuring Mejja went Platinum. His latest release is a song dubbed Balaa featuring Dj  Katta and Joefes. The debut song is a street anthem no doubt, it has taken his fans by surprise. Teaming up with the two renowned artists Dj Katta and Joefes, Fathermoh has again proven why he is the ‘Father Of Hooks’ as he comes through with distinctive vocals to deliver yet another vibrant record to add to his ever-growing catalog putting his whole crew on the top of music charts.

Seasoned American rapper Kyd Sway has released the official visualizer for his new single ‘Freestyle’.The ‘Freestyle’ visualizer premiered on YouTube a few days ago via Black Market Records, the label under which it is being distributed. https://youtu.be/qdi1HENBEhs Typical of Kyd Sway, ‘Freestyle’ is a dazzling hip-hop club banger, yet also a very motivational jam in which he encourages youth to hustle till they make it in life instead of expecting a soft, easy life.Just like the other projects he has outed in the past, ‘Freestyle’ is very powerful jam that not only captivates the ears but also hearts of listeners. One of America’s most talented underground rappers, Kyd Sway has released several other songs besides ‘Freestyle’ some of which include; ‘Darkness’, ‘Nightmares’, ‘Gold Chain’, ‘Live Fast Died Young’, among others.Signed to Black Market Records, Anthony Lockhart, popularly known by his stage name Kyd Sway, is a musician from Sacramento, California, USA, whose music has touched the souls of millions of youth across the globe .