By Iminza Keboge
Published August 26, 2021
Rachel Magoola, one of Uganda’s most celebrated musical artists and influential voices is on August 27 set to release her seventh solo album.
Titled Resilience: Songs of Uganda, the 11-track recording shall be released on the ARC Music label of United Kingdom.
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“Rachel has long been a prominent figure in contemporary Ugandan culture, from her time with the legendary Afrigo Band through to her lauded philanthropic and charitable work. An example being her 2013 tour where she sang with the ‘Children of the Spirit of Uganda’ in an effort to fundraise and empower African children,” ARC Music says.
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Rachel Magoola, now a Woman Member of Parliament for Bugweri District, is quoted as having said, “I want to be a Member of Parliament so that I can add my effort to making our country a better place.”
This passion of making her country better shines through in her new album which reflects on the hardships Uganda has endured, and celebrates its people’s ongoing tenacity and ability to bounce back from adversity.
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Comprising tracks inspired by Uganda’s culture and history, Rachel Magoola weaves her original material and collaborative efforts with interpretations of traditional Ugandan songs, giving the listener an authentic, upbeat experience. While the songs mainly have a high-tempo, sunny sound, at times, this contrasts deeply with the profound and powerful message Magoola imparts through her lyrics.
The songs on the Resilience: Songs of Uganda album are:
- Sunsuuni (The Hunter’s Sunbird)
- Kati Kantwaala (A Stick Takes Me)
- Bufuubi (Orphan)
- Serubonera
- Otuuse (You have Arrived)
- Maama Mutesi (My Mother Mutesi)
- Mugati gwa Butter (Bread with Butter)
- Emaali (Bride Price)
- Gabula (King Gabula)
- Muduku (Gun)
- Ejotoori Jo (Sleep you, Please).
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