Levixone delivers an emotional performance at Kampala Serena

Kampala Serena Hotel is accustomed to hosting glamorous entertainment events, but on Saturday night, November 7, Victoria Hall took on a different identity as gospel music, worship and emotional testimonies took centre stage.

Gospel singer Levixone, born Lucas Lubyogo, brought together thousands of music lovers for his A One Tym Experience concert, celebrating 17 years in gospel music and ministry. The evening was marked by powerful performances, emotional moments and unexpected appearances, turning the prestigious venue into a massive house of worship.

The concert attracted church leaders, politicians, business executives, musicians and gospel music enthusiasts, with several families also attending alongside their children.

The House of Love Choir opened the evening with uplifting performances, setting the mood ahead of the headline act.

Shortly before 10:00pm, Levixone appeared on stage dressed in snow-white attire, giving him an almost royal appearance. Accompanied by a live band, he opened his performance with popular songs, including Turn the Replay, immediately drawing the audience into the evening's celebrations.

He followed this with Jungle, which brought a reggae-inspired rhythm to the ballroom, before performing Guno Omwaka, sending guests onto their feet as they sang and danced along.

His ability to blend gospel messages with contemporary sounds, including reggae, dancehall and Afro-inspired rhythms, once again demonstrated why his music appeals beyond the traditional gospel audience.

However, one of the night's most emotional moments came when Levixone broke down in tears while performing.

Looking out at the packed auditorium, with hundreds of people singing along to his music, the singer appeared overwhelmed by the magnitude of the occasion and his 17-year journey in the music industry.

Although emotional displays have become a familiar feature of Levixone's previous concerts, the moment still resonated with the audience, who watched as he struggled to contain his emotions.

Desire Luzinda came to her husband's aid when she got emotional on stage (Credits: Nicholas Oneal)

His wife, singer Desire Luzinda, joined him on stage to comfort him before becoming part of the entertainment. She later displayed her own stage presence, joining her husband in entertaining the audience and leading moments of praise. Their chemistry attracted cheers from the crowd.

Away from the performances, socialite Meddie Sentongo also attracted attention with his public appearance following a 12-year court battle involving an Shs1.2b case.

Sentongo, who was reportedly making his first public appearance following his court victory, told the audience that he had come to celebrate his life with people of God. His presence added another layer of testimony to an evening largely centred on gratitude and faith.

Meddie Ssentongo (left) made a rare appearance at Levixone's Serena show ( Credits: Nicholas Oneal)

The concert also had a continental feel, with Congolese gospel singers Grace Lokwa, famed for Kumama Papa, and Fiston Mbuyi joining Malawi's Wendy Harawa and Zambia's Abel Chungu on the international line-up.

Locally, artistes from different musical backgrounds also turned up to support Levixone. Vinka, Elijah Kitaka and Ray G were among the personalities who added variety to the programme.

Ray G joined Levixone for their collaboration Yoya, while Grace Morgan shared the stage with him for Embeera (Wabula), drawing an enthusiastic response from the audience.

Mickie Wine also joined the headline performer for their collaborative songs, demonstrating the musical chemistry between the two.

Pastor Aloysius Bugingo of House of Prayer Ministries International was another notable personality who moved beyond his VIP seat to join Levixone and Mickie Wine on stage, dancing and entertaining the crowd.

The British High Commissioner to Uganda, Lisa Chesney, was also among the distinguished guests.

Beyond the entertainment, the concert incorporated a charitable component, with Shs10,000 from every ticket sold dedicated to Levixone's initiatives, including Feeding Kosovo, Women in Hospital Outreach and Sports for Christ Prison Outreach.

The production also contributed significantly to the experience. Large screens positioned behind the stage displayed live footage and visuals that complemented the performances, while carefully designed backdrops and lighting reinforced the gospel theme. The impressive stage arrangement gave the concert an international feel without losing its spiritual identity.

I&M Bank, the official banking partner, also reaffirmed its support for entertainment and lifestyle experiences.

"At I&M Bank, we believe in supporting experiences that bring people together. We have partnered with different events across entertainment, sports and lifestyle, and it was exciting to extend that support to gospel music through Levixone's concert," said Annette Nakiyaga, the bank's Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications.

The experience was more than a celebration of 17 years in music. Between Levixone's tears, Sentongo's testimony, the continental performances and the collective moments of worship, the evening offered a reminder of how music can bring people together across different backgrounds.