Kampala – During a live session on Homeboyz Radio 106.2, social commentator and youth advocate Nyanzi Martin Luther made candid remarks that have triggered quiet ripples across Uganda’s music community. Without naming names to provoke, Nyanzi questioned the ethics, collaboration culture, and gatekeeping practices within the country’s music industry.
Reflecting on the trajectory of popular rapper Da Agent, Nyanzi stated that while the artist once dominated the rap scene, his creative peak appeared to coincide with his past partnership with songwriter Fyno. “Some artists shone brighter when working with the right minds behind the scenes,” he said, alluding to a shift in quality after their split. He questioned the growing culture of self-hype in Uganda’s rap scene, suggesting that speed and flow alone don’t make an artist exceptional.
He further criticized the blurred lines between rap and dancehall in Uganda, saying many so-called rappers are now leaning heavily into dancehall trends while branding themselves hip-hop artists. “It’s hard to tell who’s rapping and who’s just jumping on waves,” he commented.
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Touching on previous chart-toppers, Nyanzi made reference to Big Tril’s success with Parte After Parte, noting that the song still earns because of the right timing and teamwork—something he says is increasingly rare.
The conversation then veered toward the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF), where Nyanzi expressed concern over its leadership dynamics and transparency. He pointed to fears shared by emerging artists about their performances being recorded and possibly plagiarized. “Young artists feel vulnerable. Some think their lyrics or melodies can be reused without credit,” he added.
He also raised eyebrows with a subtle critique of power centralization within UNMF leadership. Without singling anyone out, he remarked, “It’s hard to grow a fair system when the same people are holding multiple influential roles—industry head, political advisor, and links to ministerial power.”
On the issue of cross-generational collaboration, Nyanzi briefly mentioned a failed music alliance between an older artist and a rising star, hinting at generational and stylistic gaps. “There are artists who want global collaborations, but the gap in delivery—language, authenticity—can hold them back,” he said.
While Nyanzi’s statements were not framed as accusations, insiders say his comments mirror private conversations in creative circles—many of which remain off record. His remarks have renewed quiet calls for reform, transparency, and protection of creative work in Uganda’s evolving music industry.
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