Vampino
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| Born | 1980 (age 45–46) |
| Citizenship | Uganda |
| Education | Shimoni Primary school, Kabojja International school and Namasagali secondary school, Aptech computer school. |
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| Known for | Reggea and Dancehall music in Uganda. |
| Relatives | Maurice Kirya (Brother) |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 2000–present |
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Vampino, born Elvis Kirya, is a Ugandan dance hall musician[1][2] and actor who began his career in the early 2000s debuting his acting career in Nana Kagga's 2012 film, The life.[3] He was one half of the duo "Benon and Vamposs."[4] He is a brother to musician Maurice Kirya.[5] He is signed to Swangz Avenue.[6][7]
Early life and education
Vampino was born in 1980. He attended Shimoni Primary school, Kabojja and Namasagali secondary before joining Aptech where he attained a diploma in Computer Networking and Maintenance.[8]
Music
Vampino first made his name under a music duo Benon and Vamposs. The duo started doing music in 2000. The duo had successful songs like "Mumulete", "I know", "Nsazewo", and "My lady".[9] The video for their song "Mumuleete" made it to the top ten on MTV chart in UK.[10] In 2009, Vampino opted for a solo career as Benon Mugumbya concentrated on music production. He has had a successful solo career with songs like "Kwekunyakunya" ft Keko (rapper), Juliana Kanyomozi and Cinderella Sanyu and "Tell it" with Radio and Weasle. He has also collaborated with R&B singer Nick Nola on songs like "Nobody Like Me" and "Setula".[11]
He has worked with artists such as Jamaican Dancehall star such as Elephant man,[12] Maurice Kirya, Sheebah Karungi, Radio and weasel and many more.[13][14]
Discography
Songs
- Linda
- Kuwaako
- Love to Dance
- Ninga Akumanyi
- Njela Njela
- Harambe
- Mabanja
- Smart Wire
- Kimuli
- Wanji
- Tombowa
- Mpenzi
- Byemere
- Mikonkome
- Come Wine
- Reality Love
- Kwekunyakunya
- Tell It
- Fire
- Nyongera
- Wepanse
- Uganda
- Ngoma
- Money
- Tackle U
- Whine For Me
- Kakoola
- Don't Say That
- Vibes
- Kiwundo Anthem
- Xtra Bango
- Wyne 4 Me
- Lwaki Okaaba
- Flossing
- Kyakala Dance
- Smile
- A Wah Do Dem
- Locomotive
Benon and Vamposs
- Extra, Extra Large, 2007
Filmography
- 2012 The Life as Smokey Luciano[15]
References
- ↑ "My Life: Meet Uganda's Dance Hall Star Vampino". Retrieved 3 January 2015.
- ↑ "Vampino dumps local shows for more lucrative International Gigs". Archived from the original on 29 November 2021. Retrieved 3 January 2015.
- ↑ "News / Singer, Vampino on his Role in Ugandan Movie, "The Life"". Chimp Reports. Archived from the original on 31 December 2016. Retrieved 22 December 2016.
- ↑ "Benon & Vamposs". Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 3 January 2015.
- ↑ "Uganda's Vampino Teams Up With Jamaica's Frisco Kid On New Hit". Retrieved 3 January 2015.
- ↑ "Vampino". Retrieved 3 January 2015.
- ↑ Reporter, NewVision (2021-09-26). "Ent. & Lifestyle: Vampino 'released' after being arrested in Jamaica". New Vision. Retrieved 2026-08-16.
- ↑ "Vampino Elvis Aka Vamposs". Retrieved 3 January 2015.
- ↑ "Ugandan Musicians: Meet Benon & Vamposs". Retrieved 3 January 2015.
- ↑ "Uganda: Benon & Vamposs Music Video to Warm UK TV". Retrieved 3 January 2015.
- ↑ "Interview: HiPipo.com Meets Vampino a.k.a Vampos". Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 3 January 2015.
- ↑ "Vampino features Elephant Man on 'Smart Wire' remix – Kampala Sun". 2023-08-19. Retrieved 2023-08-25.
- ↑ "Download: Did I Die Remix By Hatim, Dokey, Sheebah, Vampino & Feffe Bussi | Mp3 Audio | Kampala Fm". Kampala Fm Ugandan Music. Retrieved 2023-08-25.
- ↑ "Download: Tell It Daddy By Radio, Weasel & Vampino | Mp3 Audio | Kampala Fm". Kampala Fm Ugandan Music. Retrieved 2023-08-25.
- ↑ "Singer, Vampino on his Role in Ugandan Movie, "The Life"". Uganda Mirror. Archived from the original on 30 December 2016. Retrieved 21 December 2016.