For years, Ivan Ssozi—better known as Y Tud—was the quiet force shaping the paths of some of Uganda’s most promising stars. From guiding John Blaq to collaborating with Bruno K and Kabuye Ssemboga, his name carried weight in backroom meetings and industry strategy sessions.
But today, Y Tud is rewriting his own script. Rather than managing artists, he’s becoming one.
“Music has always been my first love,” he admits. And he’s not stepping in as a novice. Tracks like Vibrate & Wyne have already introduced fans to his signature style—a blend of Afrobeat rhythms and sharp, urban storytelling.
His journey began long before the boardrooms, though. As a teenager in Uganda, he was part of a boy band that helped shape the early days of what would later evolve into Swangz Avenue, East Africa’s powerhouse music label. That experience planted seeds he’s now ready to harvest.
Now based in Melbourne, Australia, Y Tud says his new chapter is about reinvention. He’s stepping forward with a global vision, armed with refined songwriting skills and a determination to bring his authentic voice to the world stage.
“I’ve spent years helping others build their stories. This time, I’m telling mine,” he says.
With new music on the horizon, Y Tud is poised to surprise both longtime industry insiders and fresh listeners alike. His story is proof that careers don’t have to follow straight lines—sometimes the detours are where the true artistry begins.
