By Our Reporter
Revelers who turned up in big numbers at Jahazi Pier in Munyonyo for the inaugural edition of “Roast and Rhyme” on Sunday were left yearning for more following thrilling performances from celebrated rapper Navio and legendary Reggae singer Maddox Sematimba.
Navio who was the first to step on stage, minutes after 6pm, entertained the partiers with his songs that included “Nawuliranga”, “Buguma”, “Kigozi” and his smash hit “Njogereza” that roused the crowd who at this point were on their feet as they danced along, while he paved the way for Maddox.
The already excited crowd was thrown into a frenzy when the emcees of the day Roger Mugisha and Malaika Nyanzi announced that Maddox was next on stage. Not even a technical glitch that lasted several minutes could dampen the crowd’s mood. And when Maddox finally appeared, the ecstatic crowd who were now packed closer to the stage welcomed him with loud cheers.
They sang along to every one of his songs which included “Irene”, “Omuyimbi”, “Take It Easy”, and “Namagembe” among others. Maddox concluded the performances of the evening as he invited other singers of the day that included Navio, Benon, Kenneth Mugabi and Steve Keys for a rendition of his single “Nakatudde”, before DJ Crisio took over the turntables to carry on the party as revelers started departing.
Meanwhile, like the name of the event suggests revelers were treated to a plentiful of grilled meat which they washed down with the abundant liquor and soda while they enjoyed the soothing music and a cool breeze accorded by the lake. The kids were not left out in the fun of the day as a playing area filled bouncing castles was set up for them.
“Roast and Rhyme”, a brain child of Swangz Avenue, is a family event that will be held every three months.
