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| Born: Jan 1, 1953 in Kasai, Zaire | Avg.User Rating: 27 Ratings |
| Genre: World |
| Styles: Soukous, Afro-Pop |
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| Biography: With his dynamic vocals and flamboyant personality, Papa Wemba (born Jules Shungu Wembadio Pene Kikumba) played an essential role in the evolution of Central African music. Respectfully known as "the King of Rhumba," Wemba successfully fused African traditions with Western pop and rock influences. A ...Read full biography |
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Released: 1986 Label: Gitta Critics' Rating:  This recording, a massive hit for a full six months when it first came out, testifies to a driving Zairian style that other big names have neglected in favor of more laidback sounds. ~ John Storm Roberts, ...Read full reviewLabel: Esperance Critics' Rating:  This collaboration with Viva La Musica (a band of ZLL alumni) is among his very best from the mid-'80s. The collaboration with Modogo (full title: Papa Wemba, Modogo Gian Franco Ferre and Viva la Musica: ...Read full review
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