PHOTOS: How it went down at Blankets and Wine

Blankets and Wine has held its own as Uganda’s biggest daytime family  festival in Kampala. The Lit of the littest come out play and the y didnt disappoint this year.

 

But it’s only once in a great while that the outcome of the show produces memorable experiences and the 19th edition of the Tusker Malt sponsored Blankets and wine can be counted among those, which left everlasting impressions on whoever showed up.

As early as 2pm, the revellers arrived by the dozen in trendy attires, exhibiting fashion as a facet of Blankets and wine with African wear as the theme. Rwanda`s The Ben, known for his smash hit `Binkolera` collaboration with Sheeba, left the ladies in awe with his rare vocal ability.

Like it had been expected, the freshest music talent on the scene in Fik Fameica turned tables with an energetic live band performance of some his biggest tune like `Kutama’, `My property’ and `Bwenyenya’ among others.

The crowd would shift the already lively atmosphere in the oval to the next level when renowned, Dj and producer Heavy K, gave ears his blend of house music and afro-pop.

He did not disappoint and lived up to his high reputation.

As the night wore on, the moonlight and colourful lights added charm to the show with the audience enjoying the very last bit of it.

What you missed at Blankets And Wine

Blankets and wine has held its own for the past couple of years and has held its own as Uganda’s premium lifestyle event.

As usual, people brought out their hottest fashion and trends to mark the close of another year but as well know, at Blankets and wine, less is always more. You will see thighs, thighs and more thighs not only is it a good sight but also hilarious when the rain pours.

But it did not and the day went on with out a glitch. Performers included Aka dope band, Benon and vampos, Izaya and friends, Bero, Mwiza. ELI and others. It was headlined by Kenyan singing group Sauti sol who brought the house down.

photo cred: matooke republic

Blankets & Wine is Bringin Dynamic Duo Benon and Vampos together

One of our finest events ever in East Africa is back for yet another Edition. The Tucker malt lager Blankets and Wine is here, and will be held in December.

The great news it is showering us with is that it will re unite one of the duos we miss, Vampos and Benon.

They made great hits

Blankets & Wine is a full cocktail of music, beer, wine, and a variety of performances from some of East Africa’s finest Africa artists.

This year, there is a great line up, including the musicians of the famous song, “Zina “,with Viboyo, one of our popular tunes.

Benon and Vampos

The two both had different styles in music, but the way they blended it always kept the ladies singing along to b their hits.

They manged to birth and set up s studio at Namaswangali, The Swangs Avenue Studio, and this was the beginning of their non stop productions.

From time to time they released hits like I know, My lady, Mumulete, Feelings etc. e.t.c. Benon was first to leave the duo, as he felt more comfortable producing music. Vampos however continued a solo career as Vampino.

My lady

Although they are not into making their own music, the Swangs Avenue is popular for the great hits it has managed to produced.

Many artists have passed through it including Desire Luzinda, Irene Ntale,  Goodlife crew, GNL Zamba, Navio, Aziz Azion.

Benon and Vampos

Thanks to blankets and wine, this duo is coming back to take us through some of those dope old tunes.  Can’t wait. Can’t wait.