AFS262onMWR: Listen To The Afro-Fusion Show
Welcome to the Rumba Ya Ba Cherie 🎶 Get ready for an enchanting night of rhythm and romance as the Afro-Fusion Show brings you Episode 262 – Rumba Ya Ba Cherie! Hosted by the one and only RumbaNChill Maestro, better known as @brendothesibuor or Deejay Brendo, this show is a tribute to the timeless melodies […]
Pasira Fayila: A Rising Star in Congolese Music
Pasira Fayila is a talented Congolese singer, songwriter, and composer who has been making waves in the Congolese music scene. Gaining recognition as a member of the renowned orchestra Anti Choc from 2012 to 2020, she later transitioned into a solo career, captivating audiences with her unique sound. Her music is deeply rooted in Congolese […]
Sax Matalanza: A Hidden Gem of Congolese Music
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 the landscape of Congolese music. While not much is readily […]
Aime Kiwakana: The Voice of Soukous and Congolese Rumba
Aime Kiwakana, born Emmanuel Kiala, was a trailblazing figure in Congolese music. Renowned for his contributions to the soukous genre, Kiwakana played a key role in shaping the evolution of Congolese rumba, a style that captivated audiences across Africa. With his soulful voice, exceptional songwriting, and memorable stage presence, he left a lasting legacy in […]
Kasongo Wa Kanema: Legendary Voice of East African Rumba
Early Life and Musical Beginnings Kasongo Wa Kanema, more commonly known as Kassonga Wa Kanema, was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire). His early life is largely undocumented, but like many Congolese musicians, Kasongo was deeply influenced by the rich musical traditions of his homeland, especially the rumba genre. These early influences […]
King Kester Emeneya: A Legend of Congolese Music
Early Life and Musical Beginnings King Kester Emeneya, born Jean Baptiste Emeneya Mubiala Kwamambu on November 23, 1956, in Kikwit, Democratic Republic of the Congo, was a visionary artist who played a transformative role in African music. While studying political science at the University of Lubumbashi, he was drawn to music and joined Papa Wemba’s […]
Carlyto Lassa: The Golden Voice of Congolese Music
Early Life and Musical Beginnings Born Charles Ndombasi Lassa on January 15, 1961, in Matadi, Carlyto Lassa’s journey began in humble surroundings. Before his musical career took flight, he worked as a tailor, a craft that required meticulous attention to detail—an attribute that would later define his music. His natural talent and passion for music […]
AFS261onMWR: Tune In To The Afro-Fusion Show
Rumba Tempo: Overcoming the 73 Days of January🎶 Welcome to the Rhythm Tempo. January may feel like it drags on forever, but Mawalking Radio’s Afro-Fusion Show has the perfect cure—Rumba Tempo! Hosted by The RumbaNChill Maestro, better known as @brendothesibuor or Deejay Brendo, this show streams live from the vibrant town of Busia, Kenya. Rumba […]
Durell Loemba: Congolese Afro-Fusion Pioneer
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 will explore his journey, from his early years to his […]
Modero Mekanisi: Guardian Saxophonist of Congolese Rumba
Early Career and Association with Tabu Ley Rochereau Modero Mekanisi is a distinguished Congolese musician and saxophonist, whose career has been deeply intertwined with the evolution of African music, particularly Congolese rumba. In 1974, Mekanisi joined L’Orchestre Afrisa International, the legendary band led by Tabu Ley Rochereau, one of the most influential figures in Congolese […]