Renowned songwriter Oman Rafiki has been in the studio long enough to know that the world of music retail is changing fast, with digital distribution bringing new opportunities for independent record labels. To keep up with the fast evolving industry, the artistic writer has decided to open his own studio and record label.
Named ‘Route Entertainment’, the label is located in Soya, Bunga along Nanjala road. Inspired by the vision of giving artistes opportunities to express their art in an organised and friendly environment, the label bears the hallmarks of attracting the next big names in local music.
“Music is a journey we chose to move forever, so it’s a business we expect to stay in forever. As a record label, we basically sign artists, write music, shoot videos and also advise artists on how to go by the copyright law,” explained Rafiki.
Rafiki has been behind the making of several hits like Kabulengane by Bebe Cool, Kano kozze by Winnie Nwagi, Kyolowoza by Irene Ntale, and Malaika by Vinka, among others.
Staff Writer