The year 2005 will go in history as as a year that shaped the local music industry. Many artistes released good music that still hit the airwaves. Today, we look back at some songs from 2005, turning 20 years old in 2025.
The year was 2005, the local music industry as we know it today, was finding its footing. Jose Chameleone had consolidated his position as the most revered local artiste.
Bebe collaborated with the dynamic duo of Nazizi Hirji and Kevin Wyre, who, together with Necessary Noize formed the East African Bashment Crew. Bobi Wine, on the other hand, had just achieved his crossover success with Mama Mbire.
It was also the year Eagles Production, thanks to Mesach Ssemakula and friends, became mainstream. Some of the music released in 2005 is still dominating airwaves and formed a bigger part of what defines Ugandan music.
The year 2005 was the first time most of the popular local artistes found themselves on the campaign trail of the 2006 elections. Bebe Cool, Bobi Wine and Juliana Kanyomozi were on campaign trails of different politicians. Today, we look back at some songs from 2005, many of which you may not know are turning 20 years old this year.
Maama Mbire
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