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The Rumba Kings

90% | May 06, 2021 | Documentary, History, Music

In the fifties, when the future Democratic Republic of Congo was still a Belgian colony, an entire generation of musicians fused traditional African tunes with Afro-Cuban music to create the electrifying Congolese rumba, a style that conquered the entire continent thanks to an infectious rhythm, captivating guitar sounds and smooth vocals.

Featured Crew

Alastair Johnston
Consulting Producer
Alan Brain
Editor

Cast

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Simaro Lutumba
Self - Musician
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Roitelet
Self - Musician
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Manu Dibango
Self - Musician
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Paul Mwanga
Self - Singer
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Papa Wemba
Self - Singer

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