Singer and producer Mugisha Robinson, popularly known as Element, has opened up on recent rumors surrounding his alleged split from music label 1:55 AM, clarifying that while he operates independently as an artist, he continues to work with the label as an in-house producer. The producer is in Kampala as, Uganda, one of the artistes lined up to perform at The Ben's 'Plenty album tour' concert due on Saturday, May 17, at Kamapala Serena Hotel. Speculations about a split ascalated in March when Element released his latest single, Tombé,” under the executive production of Eleéesphere Worldwide Music. There project was notably absent from 1:55AM’s branding, as opposed to his previous releases. Days after the label cleared the air, insisting that Element remains part of the team—at least in his role as a producerThe artiste has also now set the record straight, stating that the split claims are unfounded. “You asked me if I still work with 1:55 AM. The answer is yes. I still work with them as a producer,” he said. “As an artist, I am independent, so I should be here,” he told journalists during a pre-concert press conference. During the presser, Element also highlighted the importance of mutual support and the role it plays in strengthening Rwandan music, taking example of his upcoming performance at The Ben's concert. “Supporting The Ben in this concert is more than just a job—it’s part of a journey to build friendship and promote our music. I feel like we are helping each other. It’s about building our industry,” he said. Element joined 1:55AM in January 2023 after leaving Country Records. He was recommended to the label by Bruce Melodie, the artist who helped introduce Element to the Rwandan music scene with the viral track Henzapu.” Initially brought on as a producer to replace Madebeats, Element quickly began building his brand as a performer. His first single, Kashe,”climbed the charts soon after its release. He remains among the best producers to come out of Rwanda’s music industry.
