Kenyan artiste Nyashinski was the headlining act at the Bell ObaFest that happened at Jahazi Pier on October 22, 2023.
You have been around the East African music industry since the early 2000s, took a break and made a comeback in 2016. How different would you say is the music business now from then?
Music of course has evolved over time across the world. But I am sure you heard of the phrase “The more things change, the more they remain the same”. Good music will live in our hearts and take us through different moments in life.
Comebacks have been disastrous most of the time? How did you plan a perfect comeback?
I did not plan. I just wanted to come back and fulfill my musical career. God was so gracious to me and I am forever grateful for that. When I came back, I was grateful to my fans for receiving me with such love. They have continually done so.
Your songs border rap and Rn’B, whatgenre do you identify with the most?
It depends on the inspiration at the moment. I am a versatile person and I advise people not to be restricted to a box. I create music from my heart and release it, whatever genre it takes.
Why is Nyashinski scarce even with a good catalogue of music?
Scarce? I have been trying to come to Uganda and I made it here. And we have an exciting journey together.
It was your first performance in Uganda since 2005, what were your expectations?
I was very excited. I also have some collaborations coming up soon with my Ugandan brothers and sisters.
What is your take on Ugandan music and the local industry at large?
It is all growth everywhere. I love how you love your artistes and the events here give such a vybe. It is exciting.