Gospel singer Segmento is dealing with rising backlash on social media after feedback he made about secular music sparked outrage amongst followers and fellow music lovers.
During a latest interview, the singer acknowledged that he would by no means collaborate with a secular artiste, arguing that doing so would go in opposition to his Christian beliefs and calling on gospel musicians to stay dedicated to ministry slightly than business success.
His remarks rapidly divided opinion on-line. While some supporters praised him for standing agency in his religion, many netizens accused him of disrespecting secular artistes, stating that a number of famend gospel musicians have beforehand collaborated with secular performers to unfold optimistic messages.
The criticism intensified after Segmento’s feedback had been seen as taking oblique purpose at fellow gospel stars Pastor Wilson Bugembe and Levixone, each of whom have labored with secular artistes prior to now. Following the interview, the singer issued a public apology, admitting his statements had been reckless and expressing remorse to Bugembe and Levixone.
Despite the apology, a bit of social media customers has vowed to boycott his music, with some calling for radio and tv stations to cut back airplay till he rebuilds public belief.
Whether the backlash may have an enduring affect on Segmento’s profession stays to be seen, however the controversy has as soon as once more reignited debate over the connection between gospel and secular music in Uganda.
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