Matovu’s ‘Gunyuma’ rocks airwaves

Apr 15, 2010

MANY gospel artistes have an uphill task appealing to both secular and Christian audiences, but this is not the case with Samalie Matovu, a budding gospel artiste who has emerged with, Gunyuma, a mid-tempo track which is receiving massive airplay on radio stations.

By Dominic Muwanguzi

MANY gospel artistes have an uphill task appealing to both secular and Christian audiences, but this is not the case with Samalie Matovu, a budding gospel artiste who has emerged with, Gunyuma, a mid-tempo track which is receiving massive airplay on radio stations.

The song is composed in rich metaphorical language, making the track sound intriguing. This could be the strength of the song.

Matovu sings about the unconditional love of God, skillfully giving a contrast between this kind of love and romantic love which many experience everyday.

In singing about God’s love for humanity, she avoids the common trap of sounding ‘holier-than- thou’ in her music.

The song was produced by Paddy Man, who has worked with several gospel artists like Jackie Ssenyonga and Judith Babirye. He gave it the midas touch he normally adds to his pieces.

Having worked with several gospel groups like, Afri-Tendo in the US and also as a lead singer of the Liberty Worship Centre choir, Matovu is a well-grounded vocalist.

“I want to explore greater heights. I am not comfortable being confined to one genre. I will explore others,” she says.

Matovu’s idols include Juliana Kanyomozi and Silver Kyagulanyi, although her voice and style is almost identical to Judith Babirye.

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