Essays of a Revolutionary MC is a dynamic blend of music, activism, and identity, delivered through the power of Luga Flow - rap in Luganda. This album reintroduces me - Bana Mutibwa in Ndi Revolutionary (I Am Revolutionary), as a voice of defiance and resilience. From the heartfelt honesty of Ghetto Child to the introspection of Nze Ani (Who Am I?), I unravel my identity and reclaim my revolutionary voice, rooted deeply in my Luganda heritage.

The political journey through this album begins with Walk to Work, inspired by the 2011 protests in Uganda, where citizens courageously stood against the high cost of living under Museveni’s decades-long dictatorship. This track, and the album as a whole, serves as my lyrical response to nearly 40 years of oppression—a protest in the language that resonates most with Ugandans: Luganda.

On Twekalakasa I weave a tale that intertwines the past and present, illuminating Uganda’s tumultuous political landscape marked by the absence of peaceful transitions of power. Followed by Ndi Kumaviivi which serves as a revolutionary prayer, an anthem for Uganda's People Power Movement led by Bobi Wine the People's President.

Essays of a Revolutionary MC and the mission the album hopes to achieve wouldn't be the same without the relentless fight Bobi Wine and Nubian Li have put forth for the liberation of the Ugandan people. It was an absolute honor to share the studio with them, together with Esben Thornhal's deep craft on Power to the People. We invited Kaka to complement the afro-danish roots of this powerful soundtrack to the revolution.

Without Power to the People there would have been no Power to the People II. Both songs serve as a potent vehicle for social commentary and encourage listeners to reflect on the current state of affairs while fostering a sense of unity and empowerment to the oppressed majority.

Power to the People II is not just a song; it's a declaration of resilience, a plea for peace, and a call for a brighter future. Power to the People II is another compelling people power anthem that captures the spirit of a nation yearning for change. With a resonant chorus sang by Énie, the song emphasizes giving power back to the people.

Énie also appears on State of the Justice, opening the song up with these powerful bars; "They say justice wears a blindfold, but her scales be tipping from the ones in bottom - to the ones in top. Ask the underground what the price is for slipping under pressure with a scripture; That’s a dollar and a half."

I hope you will enjoy this body of work. A special thanks to all the creative artists that dedicated their time and energy to producing it. A special gratitude to the music producers which include Esben Thornhal, Rahul Khurana aka WTF $milez, LV Beats (name withheld for security purposes), Dion Rasmussen, and many more. Much thanks to Koda Kultur for supporting this project.

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