Papa Wemba Essentials

Papa Wemba Essentials

Papa Wemba's most popular band, Viva la Musica, eloquently sums up the singer-songwriter's spirit. His dynamic celebration of Congolese dance sounds, from Central African traditions to Cuban-influenced rumba and westernised Afropop, is sure to get your feet moving. Kick starting his career at the tail end of the ‘60s with soukous innovators Zaiko Langa Langa, Papa Wemba forged a more modern, pop-driven sound, with his move to Paris in the ‘80s securing his leap from Africa to popularity in Europe and America. Join the world mix with this playlist.

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