KIVUROOTS RECORDS
formerly known as Brodahood Records.
Founded in 2019 in Geneva, Switzerland, Kivuroots Records emerges from a deep musical journey carried by its founder, Aimé Bugingo. Through years of travels, encounters, and cultural exchanges across the globe, a vision was born: to build a home for authentic sounds and to uplift the voices of the artists met along the way.
What started as Brodahood Records has now evolved into Kivuroots Records — a new identity rooted in growth, heritage, and global connection. The name change reflects a stronger artistic direction while keeping the same mission at its core: pushing music beyond borders.
Today, Kivuroots Records operates as a creative hub made of producers, artists, and promoters working together to bring music from idea to impact. From studio creation to global distribution and live touring, the label supports every stage of the journey
At Kivuroots Records, we are driven by a deep passion for sound and culture.
Born from the evolution of Brodahood Records into Kivuroots Records, our identity is rooted in growth, movement, and global connection. We bring together an experienced team of producers, artists, and creatives who blend technical expertise with raw creativity to build authentic musical experiences.
We believe music is more than sound; it is storytelling, emotion, and energy that travels across borders and generations. Every project we touch is crafted with intention, aiming to leave a lasting impact and connect people through rhythm and soul.
At Kivuroots Records, we don’t just produce music we shape sound that speaks to heart and soul.
Special Thanks
Kivuroots Records extends its deepest gratitude to our incredible team of producers, musicians, and collaborators who have made this project possible. A special acknowledgment goes to Ras Ngabo, Douane Sene, Spyda, Paris Lamont, and Roman Bedia, whose talent, creativity, and dedication played a vital role in bringing this vision to life.
Your expertise and passion for music have not only shaped the sound of this project but have also elevated the entire creative process, helping us achieve something truly remarkable.
We would also like to thank all our supporters, fans, and partners who continue to stand by us on this musical journey. Your unwavering encouragement and belief in our work inspire us to keep creating and pushing the boundaries of music.
Kivuroots Records was originally founded under the name Brodahood Records. As the vision evolved and the artistic direction expanded, the label transitioned into its new identity, Kivuroots Records reflecting a deeper, broader creative roots and future direction.
This project is a testament to the power of collaboration, passion, and community and we couldn’t have done it without you.
EVERY RIDDIM TELLS A STORY.
Each composition has its own story, dynamic and energy. We build our music to take the listener on a journey through different moods and emotions.
Rooted in Reggae, Dub and African musical traditions, we combine live instruments with modern production. Guitars, bass, keyboards, percussion and talented musicians bring warmth, depth and soul to every riddim.
Especially organic, dynamic and full of character; we refuse to use AI in our productions.
MUSIC FROM THE SOUL.
Some songs are grounded and powerful, carried by the heartbeat of the Soul. Others open into spacious Dub landscapes with reverb, delay and room to set the mind free.
Our Roots
KIVUROOTS is named after Lake Kivu, in the heart of Africa and the birthplace of our producer, Aimé Bugingo (Amigo Gwan).
The African Great Lakes region is the source of the Nile River, centered within the Great Rift Valley. A remarkable place that has connected people, cultures and stories for generations.
The region surrounding Lake Kivu holds both extremes: the painful history of human-made conflict and, at the same time, a majestic and life-giving landscape that carries the memory of our shared human origins.
