congolese music

Origin of Congolese music:

Since the times of colonial era, Kinshasha has been a great centre for musical culture and innovation. This country was made out from such territories that were controlled by varied ethnic groups that had different interests.



During World War II, Congo was dominated by a fusion of African and Latin musical styles that originated from the small island of Cuba. The inhabitants of Congo adapted to the Rumba suited to their own tastes and musical instruments. The earliest musicians of Congo included the well known Feruzi, who is known to have popularized the Rumba in the 1930s. Many other genres also became popular during this period