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18 Apr Meridjo Belobi: A Congolese Drum Legend

Posted at 00:56h in Blog, Cavacha, Rhumba, Sebene, Soukous by Big O 0 Comments

Early Life and Musical Roots Meridjo Belobi, born Jean-Marie Belobi Ng'ekerme on December 22, 1952, in Kinshasa, emerged as one of Africa’s most influential drummers. Raised in the vibrant Kauka district of Kalamu, his early life blended discipline and creativity. Although his father envisioned a technical...

19 Aug Remembering Dr. Nico: A Congolese Music Pioneer

Posted at 20:43h in Blog, Entertainment, Music, Rhumba, Soukous by Big O 1 Comment

Early Life and Musical Beginnings Nicolas Kasanda wa Mikalay, known as Dr. Nico, was born on July 7, 1939, in Mikalayi, Belgian Congo. Although he initially trained as a technical teacher, Dr. Nico's passion for music was influenced by his family, leading him to pursue a...

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18 Apr Meridjo Belobi: A Congolese Drum Legend

19 Aug Remembering Dr. Nico: A Congolese Music Pioneer

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