HiPipo Music Awards

The HiPipo Music Awards (HMA) is an annual event that recognizes and celebrates African music excellence. The awards are organized by HiPipo (U) LTD, a Ugandan company that specializes in music, events, and digital content.What does the HMA recognize? ArtistsAudio and video producersSound engineersArtist managersEvents promoters and managersEntertainment mediaPublic music fans and consumersWhat are some of the awards given at the HMA?Best Male ArtistBest Female ArtistSong of the YearVideo of the YearBest GroupBest Breakthrough ArtistBest DJAlbum of the YearWhat is the HMA's impact?The HMA is known for being a platform that celebrates and unveils exceptional talents in Africa. It has helped empower and honor many artists over the years. 

Horse Beats

Horse Beats is a audio recording studio owned by music producer Eyo Montez. 

Iam Jkayz

Kwagala Joshua (born 1999) professionally known as "IaM Jkayz" or "Jkayz Batuure", is a Ugandan record producer, singer and songwriter credited for producing hit songs of several local and international artists. He rose to fame with his unique touch of production and Instrumentation. Genres : AfroBeat, R&B, Pop, Afrofusion, Zouk & Electro.

Ibraah

Ibraah, real name Ibrahim Abdallah Nampunga, is a Tanzanian Bongo Flava singer and songwriter.

Ink Stained

Ink Stained (pennedthis1) is a Ugandan songwriter who has written hit songs for some of Uganda's biggest artists.

Instramento

Instramento is a Ugandan music producer and recording artist from Mbarara.

Isaac Magezi Accoustic

Acoustic, real name Isaac Magezi, is a Ugandan songwriter best known for writing Stream Of Life Choir’s hit songs including Lukusuuta, Omubiri, Bwerere, and Ndi Mugagga, Ebenezer, among others. Acoustic is also the official trainer for Stream Of Life Choir.

Ivo Bwongo

Ivo Bwongo is a Ugandan audio producer and beat maker. Ivo is the winner of the 4th edition of Kikompola Music Award for Audio Producer of the Year, and has produced several hit songs for popular artists like Acidic Vokoz.

Jacob Beats

Jacob Beats, also known as Jacob Pro, is a Ugandan music producer and beat maker best known for producing hit songs such as “Tambula”, “Njalwala”, all by AaronX.

JahLive Studios

Jahlive, founded in June 2008, began as a music video production outfit. Over the next five years, it built a solid reputation, delivering more than 100 music videos. In 2013, its efforts earned accolades, including recognition as the top video production house by the Club Music Awards and a nod for best special effects video from Hipipo Music Awards. That year marked its evolution into a comprehensive production company, now outfitted with cutting-edge equipment to handle a broader scope—spanning music, commercials, documentaries, films, and beyond.

Jeff Kiwa

Jeff Kiwa, real name is Jeff Kiwanuka, is a highly acclaimed Ugandan music manager and one of the nation's foremost talent promoters.

John Kay

John Kay, real name John Katerega, started out as a poet but later realised his potential as a songwriter after joining the same church as legendary musician and songwriter Sylver Kyagulanyi. With more than 100 songs written and several awards to his name, it is no surprise that he is the president of Uganda’s songwriters association.

Jorum Beats

Jorum Beats is a Ugandan music producer at Sound Lab.

Josh Wonder

Josh Wonder Pro, real name Joshua Sentogo Segawa, is a Ugandan music producer and beat maker. He learnt music production at Paddyman’s studio “Audio One” in Makindye. Josh Wonder was born in Bugembe, Jinja in 1994.He has produced several hit songs including Nince Henry’s “Time” and “Nyongeza”, “Anjagala” by Lyto Boss, “Bwerere” by Barbi J, “Sokalami” by Naava, and “Yegwe” by Jose Chameleone and Micheal Holy. He also co-produced Mowzey Radio’s “Neera” with Crouch, and “Ndibera Naawe” by Juliana Kanyomozi, among others.

Julius Kyazze

Julius Augustine Kyazze is the CEO and co-founder of Swangz Avenue, a leading entertainment company in Uganda. Known for his private nature, Julius is a family man with a passion for the entertainment industry. Kyazze partnered with Benon Mugumbya after being impressed by Benon’s production work. Before Swangz, Kyazze was involved with Buzz magazine and events. Under his leadership, Swangz has grown into a reputable brand, producing work for major companies across Africa and venturing into TV production. Kyazze focuses on the business side of Swangz, ensuring its continued success and relevance.

Jungle and Company

Jungle and Company is a record label founded and headed by Ugandan singer-songwriter, Shena Skies.

Kaysam Kumapeesa

Kaysam Kumapeesa is a Ugandan music producer, beat maker, and sound engineer.

Kefra

Kefra is a Ugandan music producer, sound engineer, and DJ born in 1996.

Kelly Yo

Kelly Yo, real name Mujuzi Ivan, is a Ugandan music producer, songwriter and singer.

Kesh

Kesh (Kesh on this Beat) is a Ugandan audio producer who has worked with several top artists like Winnie Nwagi, Shakira Shakiraa, Mun G, Deejay Crim and others.

Kiggundu Leo

Kiggundu Leo is the real name of Ugandan Afro Pop singer Leo K.I.G.

Killer Beats

Killer Beats (Abo Ba Killer) is a Ugandan music producer behind some of the country’s biggest hit songs including “Am Badder” by Jowy Landa and Grenade Official.

Kingsluvin

Kingzluvin Production is a Ugandan music producer, beat maker, and mixing engineer. He has worked with several prominent artists like Kalifah AgaNaga, Nina Roz, Deena, Capt Scooter, Butcher Man, Henry Mwanje, and many others.

Kraizy Beats

Kraizy Beats is a Ugandan music producer and singer born in Mukono in 1999.