Kampala, Uganda – Swangz Avenue co-founder Julius Kyazze has commended Ugandan artists Eddy Kenzo and Cindy Sanyu for their leadership roles in the Uganda National Musicians Federation (UNMF) and the Uganda Musicians Association (UMA), respectively.
Speaking in a recent interview with a local television station, Kyazze acknowledged the challenges of leading artists, emphasizing that musicians often have diverse perspectives, motives, and agendas, making collective leadership a demanding task.
Leading Artists Is Not Easy – Kyazze
Having previously served as the head of the Uganda Musicians Association (UMA), Kyazze admitted that his tenure did not last long, hinting at the difficulties that come with leading a large group of independent-minded creatives.
"I want to acknowledge Eddy Kenzo and his team for leading the group, but also Cindy, because that job isn’t easy. Steering artists' groups is tiresome and comes with a lot. I must give credit because personally, I couldn't be at the top for all that time," he explained.
His statement highlights the complexity of managing artists, many of whom have different interests, career objectives, and views on industry matters.
Beyond acknowledging Kenzo and Cindy’s leadership, Kyazze also emphasized the need for amendments in Uganda’s copyright laws and their proper enforcement. He believes that a well-structured copyright framework would protect artists’ intellectual property rights and foster better business practices in the music industry.
His remarks reflect ongoing conversations in Uganda’s entertainment sector regarding artists’ rights, revenue distribution, and the need for stronger legal frameworks to safeguard creatives.
As Kenzo and Cindy continue to push for unity and progress in the music industry through their respective organizations, Kyazze’s endorsement serves as validation of their efforts and a reminder of the challenges that come with leading artists’ unions.