The journey to find Uganda’s next radio star has officially wrapped up, with Lukas Blacc crowned winner of #TheNextBigVoice, a talent search by Next Media aimed at discovering fresh on-air talent.
The campaign kicked off with over 60 entries submitted online, later narrowing down to 62 contestants who turned up for physical auditions at the Next Creatives Hub at Next Media Park.
From there, the competition was trimmed to the Top 10 finalists, who underwent training sessions, live studio experiences, and an intensive boot camp to sharpen their radio skills.
By the time of the grand finale, the competition had boiled down to four finalists — Lukas Blacc, Hannah Arinaitwe, Atim Jane Nyirata, and Cophi Samuels — all battling for the top spot.
The final showdown was judged by Posha Aloyo, Pablo Kimuli, and Dorah Atwongyeire, who evaluated contestants based on confidence, creativity, delivery, and audience connection.
Each finalist delivered a high-energy performance, but Lukas Blacc ultimately stood out, impressing the judges and securing his place as the newest voice on Next Radio.
From auditions to boot camp and finally the grand stage, #TheNextBigVoice has not only crowned a winner but also showcased the depth of emerging media talent in Uganda, reinforcing confidence that the future of radio is already taking shape.
