African Jazz
| L'African Jazz | |
|---|---|
| Type | Orchestre / band |
| Origin | Léopoldville (Kinshasa), Belgian Congo |
| Active | 1953–1963 |
| Founder | Joseph Kabasele |
| Genres | Congolese rumba |
L'African Jazz was founded in 1953 by Joseph Kabasele ("Le Grand Kallé") and is widely regarded as the first modern Congolese band. It served as the launchpad for a generation of stars — among them the guitarist Dr Nico, the singer Tabu Ley Rochereau and the saxophonist Manu Dibango — and recorded the pan-African independence anthem "Indépendance Cha Cha" in 1960.
Members
| Member | Roles | Instruments |
|---|---|---|
| Déchaud Mwamba | Rhythm guitarist | Guitar |
| Dr Nico | Guitarist • Composer | Guitar |
| Joseph Kabasele | Bandleader • Singer • Composer | Vocals |
| Roger Izeidi | Percussionist • Singer • Producer | Maracas • Vocals |
| Tabu Ley Rochereau | Bandleader • Singer • Composer | Vocals |
Discography
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