A Pass

A Pass Blasts Ugandan Music Again, Says He Only Listens to Himself
- By Joshua Otim
- . April 9, 2025
Singer A Pass, one of the biggest critics of Ugandan music, has once again made bold remarks about the local music scene. In a recent

A Pass Speaks Out Against the “Self-Made” Label in Music, Says All Artistes Are Shaped by Influences
- By Joshua Otim
- . April 3, 2025
Many artistes often claim to be “self-made,” with some even going as far as asserting they have no influences whatsoever. While this perspective is not

Don MC Rates A Pass’s Concert 1000%, Calls Him a True Perfectionist
- By Joshua Otim
- . February 4, 2025
Any Ugandan rap fan would instantly recognize the name Don MC Kapata, born Donald R. Rutaisire. He dominated the airwaves with hits like “Tobimanyi,” “Yes

A Pass Blasts Ugandan Awards: “They Have No Value”
- By Joshua Otim
- . February 4, 2025
Singer Alexander Bagonza, better known as A Pass, is riding high on confidence after a successful concert at the Kampala Serena Hotel. Following the triumph

A Pass Warns Artistes About the Dangers of Sleeping Around, Urges Them to Focus on Music
- By Joshua Otim
- . January 24, 2025
Singer Bagonza Alexander, better known as A Pass, has advised male musicians to exercise discipline, especially when dealing with the challenges that come with fame.

Navio Disagrees With A Pass, Says Ugandan Musicians Are Not Mediocre
- By Joshua Otim
- . January 23, 2025
Ugandan rapper Navio, real name is Daniel Lubwama Kigozi, has responded to singer A Pass’s recent comments, which claim that majority of Ugandan musicians are

Naira Ali Slams New Ugandan Music, Calls It “Total Nonsense”
- By Joshua Otim
- . January 20, 2025
The conversation about the quality of Ugandan music remains ongoing, with various artistes sharing their frustrations and differing opinions on the state of the industry.

“If You Do Not Want It, Do Not Buy It or Listen To It,” Rickman Tells Music Critics
- By Joshua Otim
- . January 20, 2025
In a recent social media post, singer Rickman Manrick, real name Derrick Ddungu, expressed his frustration with ongoing criticisms of Ugandan music. The “Bango” hitmaker

A Pass Shares How He Steers Clear of Political Trouble While Staying True to His Affiliation
- By Joshua Otim
- . January 14, 2025
One of Uganda’s outspoken musicians, Alexander Bagonza alias A Pass, has never shied away from expressing his political stance and views. However, unlike many others,

A Pass Reflects on DJ Nimrod’s “Bagonza” Criticism and Their Current Relationship
- By Joshua Otim
- . January 13, 2025
In 2024, DJ Nimrod, born Nimrod Nabeeta, heavily criticized A Pass’s 42-track album Bagonza, labeling it a “failed” project. This led to speculation about a