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Rumba Legend wows London

Experience a rare opportunity to celebrate Africa's Rumba legend, Kanta Nyboma Mwan'dido, in London for a nostalgic night of live Congolese music.

Words by Colourful

22.06.24





Experience a rare opportunity to celebrate Africa's Rumba legend, Nyboma Mwan'dido, in London for a nostalgic night of live Congolese music.


Nyboma, an icon of Congolese Rumba, boasts a career spanning over five decades. Renowned for his sweet, commanding voice and innovative compositions, he has lead bands such as, Kékéle, African All Stars, Les Kamale and Orchestre Lipua Lipua, and collaborated with other legends such as Tabu Ley Rochereau, Franco Luambo, Koffi Olomide, Madilu System, Pepe Kalle, Mbilia Bel, and more.


Nyboma's influence is global, resonating from the roots of African Rumba to Barack Obama's 2021 Summer playlist.


Join us in reliving his timeless classics like "Double Double," "Moyibi," "Nina," and more, and prepare to be captivated by his “Sweet Golden Voice”, and timeless hits in an unforgettable night of Congolese music.


Don’t miss this rare chance to witness “One of the Great African Vocalists”, the legendary Nyboma Mwan'dido, live in London at the Jazz Cafe on Sunday, June 23rd, and Africa Oye is on Saturday, June 22nd (free festival). 


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