Aziz Azion believes the strong demand for old music explains why some musicians can take years away from the spotlight and still return to packed shows.
The Ugandan R&B singer-songwriter made the remarks on August 31 while speaking at the concert press conference for veteran singer Grace Nakimera.
For many listeners, Aziz says, the appeal of that era’s music has not faded.
I think it is all tied to the demand from fans because I find many people who say that the old music we sang is more interesting to them than today’s music.
Nostalgia, he adds, gives older songs another advantage. Music that is 15 or 20 years old can still take listeners back to particular memories, even when they continue to listen to new releases.
That staying power is what Aziz contrasts with what he describes as today’s “bubblegum music,” arguing that some songs lose their appeal quickly.
Also, today’s music is being labelled as bubblegum music, that people chew it and it loses the sweetness very fast.
The comparison extends to the way music gets made today.
Aziz argued that some artists now rush through the process and can even turn simple ideas into songs with the help of artificial intelligence.
He contrasted that with older music, which he believes artists gave more time to develop.
His comments come as Grace Nakimera prepares to return to the big stage after years away from major solo concerts.
Nakimera stepped back from secular music to focus on gospel ministry and the Feed the Streets Foundation.
She will return with “The Power of Grace Live Concert” on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the Kampala Serena Hotel.