Ugandan dancehall artiste Mark Da Urban has sparked reactions online after appearing to challenge fellow dancehall musicians ahead of Jamaican star Spice’s concert on May 9 at the Lugogo Cricket Oval.
While speaking during an interview, Mark Da Urban jokingly suggested that artistes who fail to perform at the show should stop calling themselves dancehall musicians.
Tomorrow, if you do not perform, just know you are not a real dancehall artiste.
His remarks quickly caught the attention of fans, with some interpreting the statement as playful motivation while others viewed it as subtle shade directed at fellow artistes.
The comments came as excitement continues to build around Spice’s highly anticipated performance, which has attracted major attention from dancehall lovers across Uganda.
Many fans now expect local dancehall artistes to use the event as an opportunity to showcase the strength of the genre alongside one of Jamaica’s biggest stars.
As conversations continue online, attention has now shifted to which Ugandan dancehall artistes will appear at the concert and whether Mark Da Urban’s remarks will push more artistes to step forward and represent the movement.