Bell Jamz Releases 2018 Biggest Hits

Ugandan music grew in leaps and bounds in 2018 with new artists emerging as stars and owning the music scene, and the old hit makers doing their best to keep churning out good music.

On Friday, the Bell Jamz 2018 Countdown was held, bringing together various professionals in the music industry, from artists to music producers, song writers, DJ’s, media and many more to count down the top 20 songs selected by Ugandans online.

The event was a big celebration of Ugandan music attracting a huge attendance of music enthusiasts who came to meet the people behind the music we all enjoy. Some of the notable artists that attended include; Vinka, Lydia Jasmine, John Blaq, Fefe Busi, and The Mith among others.

Speaking at the event, Bell Lager Brand Manager, Francis Kirabira said the top 20 songs were generated through an online poll that encouraged the public to select what they believe were their favorite 2018 songs.

“The 2018 Bell Jamz Countdown is essentially about recognizing that there was great music put out by artists, song writers, producers and the various professionals who put their minds together to give us the hits that we enjoy. It is a celebration to appreciate all the good Ugandan music that came out in the year 2018 and bring us all together to celebrate Ugandan music talent,” he added.

The event kicked off by counting down the songs from 20 to 1. Bobi Wine’s Kyarenga was voted by the people as the best song of 2018, with "Mateeka" by Jose Chameleone and "Mataala" by Winnie Nwagi coming in as second and third choice respectively.

The full list is;

20. Romance - Toniks

19. Bankuza - Chosen Becky

18. Bad Energy - Ciza, Cosign

17. Mpa love - Saha, Weasel

16. Sconto - Fameica

15. Mummy – A-pass

14. Sabula - Fille

13. Olina Work - Beenie Gunter

12. Born to win - Fameica

11. Chips n ketch up - vinka

10. Twazikoze - Hit Nature