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For a band that started five years ago performing for just 15 people at a hotel, Saturday night at Ndere Centre felt like a full-circle moment. By 9PM, when the band finally stepped on stage, the venue was already packed, proving that Abeeka was not just hosting another live music night, but making a statement. Known for their mastery of …

For years, Uganda’s live band culture was often treated as the afterparty, something tucked into lounges, bars and late-night hangouts, where musicians breathed new life into other people’s songs while the “real stars” remained the original artists.But bands like Abeeka have quietly changed that script. After five years of building a reputation as one of Kampala’s most dependable live acts, …

Ugandan live music outfit Abeeka Band has unveiled plans for its first self-produced concert, a major step forward in the group’s five-year journey on the performance scene. Dubbed Roots & Vibes, the show is set for May 2 at the Ndere Cultural Centre in Kampala. Organisers say the event will highlight the band’s evolution, distinct sound, and growing presence within …