Bash Luks
Bashir Lukonge,[1] known professionally as Bash Luks,[2][3][4] is a Ugandan musician, music executive, songwriter, actor and author who is the founder and a member of Lot Fire Records,[5][6][7] an independent record label which nurtures new talents in Uganda, East Africa. He sings in Luganda, mixes with English and sometimes Kiswahili. His music genre specialty is afrobeat, reggae, dancehall, and RnB.[8][9]
Bash Luks | |
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Bash Luks at Imagix Studio, Nansana | |
| Born | Bashir Lukonge 11 MAY 1993 |
| Nationality | Ugandan |
| Other names | Shiru |
| Education | St. Matia Mulumba Secondary School, Kassanda |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 2022 - present |
| Known for | Music executive |
| Height | 1.65 m (5 ft 5 in) |
| Children | 2 |
| Parents |
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| Musical career | |
| Genres | |
| Labels | Lot Fire Records |
| Website | iambashluks |
Early life edit
Bash Luks was born on May 11, 1993 at Mulago Hospital to Isima Matovu, a businessperson, and Rosemary Nannyonga, a nursing assistant. Growing up in Mubende and later living in Kampala, he is the youngest of two siblings.[10]
Personal life edit
He is the youngest sibling of Hanifah Nalubega and Isa Sempaya, an enrolled comprehensive nurse. Bash Luks is a father to two daughters, Amaal Lukonge and Omaira Lukonge.[11]
Tattoos edit
Regarding his tattoos, "I currently have three tattoos: an eagle, a mantra, and a scorpion located on my back. Eagles are known for flying alone in the clouds, while mantras symbolize knowledge, and the scorpion represents resilience or a fighting spirit. These tattoos really inspire me to tackle any challenges that come my way."
Education background edit
He attended Butega Church of Uganda Primary School, which is in Mityana. He was admitted to St. Joseph's Secondary School Busega for his ordinary level of education and later completed high school at St. Matia Mulumba Secondary School, located in Kassanda.[11]
Career edit
His journey into music began during his elementary school years, where he served as the choir leader. His professional music career started in 2022 with the release of his first song, "Nkubwamu" (feat. Jim Siizer), loosely translated as 'getting high,' [2][12][13] which was recorded at Lot Fire Records. Bash Luks is known for singing inspirational and advocacy songs.[8][14][15]
Artistry edit
Music style edit
Bash Luks provides his lyrics in both Luganda and English. He sings in urban popular music style well know as afrobeat. Afrobeat is Kidandali in Luganda,[2][8] the indigenous language in Uganda's central region. Since the late 2000s, Kidandali has inspired a new generation of Ugandan musicians to create urban popular music in their native language.
Influences edit
His musical style was influenced by a wide range of influential figures in the music industry, including Madoxx Ssemanda Sematimba, Michael Jackson and the late Lucky Dube,[2][14] Afrocentric musical artists like Eddy Grant and Fela Kuti.
Partial discography edit
- Nkubwamu (feat. Jim Siizer)[16][12][17]
- Magical (feat. Jim Siizer)[18]
- Summer Vibes
- Winter
- Beautiful (feat. Bianka and Vintage)
- Jungle
- Dance (feat. Dj Sammer and Machete)
- Love
- Drum
Filmography edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Yogera | Bobi Wine's friend | A film directed by Donald Mugisha and James Tayler |
| 2017 | Bella_(2017_film) | A film directed by Matthew Bishanga | |
| 2020 | The Girl in the Yellow Jumper | Pump Attendant 2 | A film directed by Loukman Ali |
| 2019 | November Tear | Henry | A film directed by Richard Nondo |
| 2018 | Kyenvu | Passenger | A Ugandan short film written, produced and directed by Kemiyondo Coutinho |
| 2013 | Escape from Uganda | Don Dada's friend | A 2013 Malayalam thriller film directed by Rajesh Nair. |
| 2013 | The Route | Doorman | A Ugandan film directed by Jayant Maru, based on a screenplay he wrote. It is about human trafficking in Uganda. |
| 2011 | Journey to Jamaa | Man in Taxi | A short Ugandan film directed by Michael Landon Jr. about orphaned siblings embark on a perilous journey across Africa to find their distant family. |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | The Hostel (TV series) | Josh Akena | Television series directed by Emmanuel Egwel and Moses Sabiiti |
References edit
- ^ "Meet Music Executive Bash Luks from Uganda Making Waves in the Industry - Umasha Radio". 10 December 2023. Retrieved 11 December 2023.
- ^ a b c d "Eminent Artist Bash Luks Shares Insights in an Exclusive Interview". News Ghana. 15 January 2024. Retrieved 15 January 2024.
- ^ PETER, SSENTI (16 September 2023). "Bash Luks: The Musical Phenom Who has Enthralled Countless Admirers". PML Daily. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ Senabulya, Patrick (12 September 2023). "Bash Luks is rapidly rising to stardom in Uganda and is on the brink of becoming a big music sensation!". Mzikii. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Fostering collaboration in music industry of Uganda: Bash Luks' plea for unity". Modern Ghana. 9 February 2024. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
- ^ Senyonjo, Howard (19 October 2023). "Bash Luks: How He Founded the Music Label Lot Fire Records -". The Update Ug. Retrieved 21 October 2023.
- ^ Steogict (23 August 2023). "Meet Ugandan Singer Bash Luks known for his power vocals". UGWIRE. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ a b c Wandati, Michael (2 October 2023). "Exclusive Interview: Exploring Bash Luks' musical journey". Kampala Dispatch. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Bash Luks: The Musical Phenomenon has Captivated Numerous Devotees". News Ghana. 16 January 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2024.
- ^ Steogict (31 August 2023). "Ugandan artist showcases music expertise through an awe-inspiring journey". UGWIRE. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ a b Karungi, Josephine (3 July 2023). "Hunky Bash Luks confesses love for Ang3lina". The Update Ug. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ a b Ajuna, Kevin Troy (5 October 2023). "Rising Ugandan Musician Bash Luks Makes Waves with 'Nkubwamu'". Capital Radio. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Bash Luks is rapidly gaining popularity in Uganda". News Ghana. 16 January 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2024.
- ^ a b Dj, Sadam (12 September 2023). "Bash Luks: A Ugandan Musical Legend in the making". Blizz Uganda. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Meet Ugandan Singer Bash Luks known for his power vocals #rwanda #RwOT". Webrwanda. Retrieved 10 November 2023.
- ^ Deogratius, Male (18 October 2023). "Bash Luks Drops Electrifying Single 'Nkubwamu' (feat. Jim Siizer)". Xavier Radio Ug. Retrieved 23 October 2023.
- ^ "Bash Luks Drops Electrifying Single 'Nkubwamu' (feat. Jim Siizer)". Ground News. Retrieved 21 October 2023.
- ^ Kyonjo, Rashid (21 September 2023). "Young Star Bash Luks Drops New Single - Magical". TowerPostNews. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
External links edit
- Official website
- Bash Luks at IMDb