WE ARE NOT ONLY BUILDING BRIDGES. WE ARE A HOME WHERE WORLDS COME TOGETHER.

FROM THE SHORES OF LAKE KIVU

"The renaming of the label to KIVUROOTS marks a conscious return to my origins. It reflects a deeper connection to identity, culture and heritage, while setting a stronger and more grounded foundation for the next chapter of our label's journey."

Aimé Bugingo aka Amigo Gwan

OUR STORY

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.

For more than 20 years, Amigo lived abroad in the diaspora, from Jamaica to the US, pursuing studies especially Sound Engineering and life experiences across Croatia, France and beyond, before eventually settling in Switzerland with his wife.

We root for the unity of all people, tribes, and religions through the universal heartbeat of riddim, vibes and music.

OUR LABEL'S STORY

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. 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.

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.

"Working with Kivuroots Records has been an incredible experience. Their professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail truly made a difference in realizing my musical project. I highly recommend their services."

Jah Manson