Family and Early LifeBorn Siango Bavon Marie Marie on May 27, 1944, in Kinshasa (then LĂ©opoldville), Congo, Bavon grew up in a family deeply rooted in Congolese music. He was the younger brother of Franco Luambo Makiadi, a legendary figure in African music and the...
Welcome to Episode 266:Rumba Combination 🎶The Afro-Fusion Show on Mawalking Radio brings you a sonic masterpiece titled “Rumba Combination.” Broadcasting live from Rongai, Kenya, this electrifying session is curated and delivered by The RumbaNChill Maestro himself — better known as @brendothesibuor, or simply Deejay Brendo....
Bimi Ombale, born André Bimi Wabi Ombale in 1952, was a towering figure in Congolese music. He is celebrated for his role as a multi-talented artist—singer, drummer, and songwriter—whose work continues to resonate in the hearts of African music lovers. Ombale’s musical journey, spanning decades,...
Early Life and Introduction to MusicKila Mbongo, born Mazikou Ghilsain, grew up in the vibrant musical culture of Congo-Brazzaville. From an early age, he was immersed in the rhythms and sounds of Congolese rumba, soukous, and other regional genres. His passion for music led him...
Welcome to the Rumba Times 🎶Step into the heartbeat of Afro-Fusion with Episode 265: “Rumba Times” on Mawalking Radio—a sonic journey where velvet grooves meet timeless rhythms. This celebrated Afro-Fusion Show is hosted by The RumbaNChill Maestro, better known as @brendothesibuor (Deejay Brendo), streaming straight...
Introduction to Rene KassandaRene Kassanda, also known as Kassanda Kashama René and affectionately called Karé, was a respected Congolese singer, performer, and composer whose voice helped shape the golden era of Congolese rumba and soukous. Closely associated with Tabu Ley Rochereau and the legendary Afrisa...
