Kasongo wa Kanema, a legendary Congolese musician and key member of Orchestra Super Mazembe, left an enduring legacy in East Africa through his four-decade-long contribution to the music scene.
Papa Wemba, the legendary Congolese rhumba star, passed away on April 24, 2016, but his musical legacy continues to inspire Africa and beyond.
Renowned musicians like Lokassa Ya M’bongo of Soukous Stars, La Poete Lutumba Simaro Massiya of Bana Ba OK, and Verckys Kiamuangana Mateta of Orchestra Veve are prime examples.
Orchestra Four Stars has lived the test of time and has shared the stage in the past with TP OK Jazz of Franco Luambo Luanzo Makiadi, Tabu Ley's Afrisa International
Fally Ipupa and Ferre Gola, protégés of Koffi Olomide have brought rhumba into the modern era infusing traditional rhumba with elements of pop, R&B, and Afrobeats
Fally Ipupa and Ferre Gola, protégés of Koffi Olomide have brought rhumba into the modern era infusing traditional rhumba with elements of pop, R&B, and Afrobeats