A Musical Prodigy Born in KinshasaRigobert Bamundele, better known as Rigo Star, was born on August 28, 1955, in Kinshasa, Congo (then Zaire). From a young age, his musical talent was evident. He grew up in a vibrant cultural scene where Congolese rumba and soukous...
Episode 254: "Mashujaa Day" 🎶 Welcome to another electrifying episode of the Afro-Fusion Show on Mawalking Radio! This is a special night, and today we’re diving into Episode 254, "Mashujaa Day," hosted by none other than Deejay Brendan", a.k.a. @brendothesibuor, streaming live from the city of...
Early Life and Cultural RootsSam Mangwana was born on February 21, 1945, in Leopoldville, now Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. His mixed heritage—born to an Angolan mother and a Zimbabwean father—greatly influenced his multicultural musical style. This background not only...
Early Life and Musical Beginnings Born Georges Kiamuangana Mateta on May 19, 1944, in Kisantu, Belgian Congo (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo), Verckys grew up in a wealthy family. His father was a businessman in Leopoldville (now Kinshasa), giving him access to resources that...
The Grand Maître of Congolese MusicFrançois Luambo Luanzo Makiadi, known to the world as Franco, was a towering figure in Congolese and African music. Born on July 6, 1938, and passing on October 12, 1989, Franco's influence extended far beyond the music stage. He was...
Early Life and Musical BeginningsMoise Matuta, a distinguished Christian artist from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, began his musical journey at a young age. Growing up in Kinshasa, Matuta's passion for music emerged early, and by the age of 10, he was already immersed...
