Sunday 29 March 2015

HIGHLIGHTS FROM AFRIGO BAND'S LONDON SHOW

One show dominated the entertainment this weekend for Ugandans in UK and that is the Afrigo band 40th Anniversary show which was held on Saturday 28th March at the Royal Regency. Everyone was just happy to attend and bring along the entire family because it's not often we get a chance to witness the greatest band from Uganda.

 It was a reunion of sorts and the band itself didn't disappoint.  Organisers Grajoh had their hands full with overwhelming numbers and turn out which perhaps was not anticipated but they did their best under the circumstances to ensure people many of whom travelled to London got a chance to witness the historical show that they had paid to see. Notable contribution too came from members of the Ugandan Entertainment Connection UK who had complimentary tickets from Grajoh but instead volunteered and supported the Grajoh team facilitate proceedings.  This is the comeradarie we need as a growing industry. 


Supporting acts included Dezire Luzinda who delighted fans with her song 'Ekitone' alongside UK acts such as Paddy Dee and Mc Moseh.  


We hope to see more events of these magnitude and capacity but lessons must be learned where things didn't go to plan to restore customer confidence and value for money. 


The Ugandan Entertainment industry as a whole is work in progress with potential for growth and its good to see stakeholders taking an active role to right the wrongs of the past but time will tell.
Check out the highlights from the event.
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BELLA MUBIRU NOMINATED FOR TWO GROSVENOR CASINO'S GAGA AWARDS

UK based musician Bella Mubiru was nominated for Grosvenor Casino's GAGA Awards under two fun categories  for
Best customer service and Best entertainer. The awards are aimed at employees that deliver outstanding customer service on an ongoing basis which is above and beyond normal expectations, raising awareness of product offering and promotions whilst recognising the needs of internal and external customers by providing constructive feedback to improve service quality. The awards also recognise the contribution of their employees who make it a successful business and recognise team members who go above and beyond the call of duty.

Whilst our girl didn't win on this occasion she won in the style stakes rocking our traditional Busuuti which she pulled off effortlessly and elegantly.

Bella will be performing at on 3rd and 4th April at the Wale Wale Easter Tour to be headlined by Dr. Jose Chameleone. 

Saturday 28 March 2015

PAMTENGO RADIO'S BILLY ON THE EAST AFRICAN LIVE SHOW

Friday evenings aren't quite complete without rising Pamtengo radio Dj Billy ' s East Africa Live show.  The station is a major community player and popularly won last year's BEFFTA Award for BEST RADIO STATION. The East Africa Live show is hosted by Dj Billy and long term sidekick Kenya ' s Dj Cymoh.  The show is very popular with listeners and musicians across the world most of whom are encouraged to call in and chat live on air.

Dj Billy's Connection show is on Saturdays  from 4PM.

Pamtengo radio is available on most radio apps and also at pamtengo.com.
DJ Billy
Dj Shotz with Dj Billy