Bozi Boziana, born Mbenzu Ngamboni Bokili on September 28, 1951, is one of the most iconic figures in Congolese music. With a career spanning over five decades, Boziana has not only contributed to the evolution of Soukous and Congolese Rumba but has also influenced generations...
Introduction to Rondot Kassongo’s Legacy Rondot Kassongo stands as one of the notable musicians who contributed to the legendary success of TPOK Jazz, one of the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s most influential musical groups. Known primarily as a saxophonist, Kassongo's inclusion in the group...
Family and Early Life Born Siango Bavon Marie Marie on May 27, 1944, in Kinshasa (then Léopoldville), 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...
Sax Matalanza, though relatively underrepresented in the broader history of Congolese music, remains a significant figure within the genre's saxophone-driven legacy. Known primarily for his contributions to TPOK Jazz, one of Congo's most celebrated bands, Matalanza’s mastery of the saxophone left an indelible mark on...
Early Life and Musical Beginnings Born on February 28, 1960, in Kinshasa, Luciana Litemo Demingongo grew up in the heart of the bustling Congolese capital, where music was more than entertainment—it was a way of life. His passion for music emerged at an early age, fueled...
Durell Loemba is a celebrated Congolese musician, recognized for his significant contributions to the Congolese Afro-Fusion and rumba genres. Known for his dynamic guitar playing and deep involvement in the group Extra Musica, Loemba has helped shape the evolution of contemporary Congolese music. This blog...