Mac Elvis

Mac Elvis (born Mutalya Mark Elvis; December 1, 1987 - October 18, 2013)[1]), was a Ugandan gospel musician and music producer.[2] He drowned in a swimming pool while on a trip in Dar es Salam.[3]

Mac Elvis
Born(1987-12-01)December 1, 1987
Uganda
DiedOctober 18, 2013(2013-10-18) (aged 25)
NationalityUgandan
Occupationmusician

Early life and education

Mac Elis was born on December 1, 1987. He lost his parents at the age of 6. Through Watoto Church's ministry to orphaned and vulnerable children, he was supported with his education. After completing high school, Elvis went into studio in the hopes that his dream to make music will become a reality.[4]

Music

Mac Elvis was raised by a church ministry. He had a passion for music and recorded and released his first album "Yo Love" in 2009. With the album, he embarked on a high school tour to promote it and spread the gospel to the youth. His second album, "Church boy" was recorded in 2011. He had attained depth in his lyrics and honed his production skills. The album put him on a higher level in the music industry. He was nominated twice for the Olive Gospel awards as the best new artiste and best RnB artiste. He has opened for big acts like Papa San, Kirk Franklin and Cece Winans during their shows in Kampala.[5]

Discography

Songs
  • Topowa game
  • Church boy
  • Mufiirako

Albums
  • Yo love, 2009
  • Church boy, 2016
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References
  1. "Gospel Singer Mac Elvis Dead". Archived from the original on 9 March 2014. Retrieved 26 December 2014.
  2. "Church Boy drowns in Dar pool". Retrieved 26 December 2014.
  3. "TOPOWA GAME". Archived from the original on 27 October 2013. Retrieved 26 December 2014.
  4. "Celebrating Watoto Musician, Mac Elvis". Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 26 December 2014.
  5. "The church boy causing musical waves". Retrieved 26 December 2014.
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