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Awilo Longomba

Makosa King Awilo Longomba Clocks 30 Years on Stage
 
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Fri, 17 Jan 2014   ||   Nigeria,
 

Famous makosa musician, Awilo Longomba is set to release a new album in commemoration of his 30 years in the music industry which has won him fame and fortune all over the world.

The ‘Techno Soukous’ King has already surprised and delighted fans with a recent collaboration, featuring African songstress Lola Rae on an explosive remix for one of his greatest hits and an African anthem of all time, “Coupe Bibamba”.

Awilo Longomba, who is undoubtedly one of Africa’s most popular and loved musicians, has captivated audiences with his genre of music, ‘Techno Soukous’.

Known as the pioneer and ‘King’ of this genre, the multi-award winning eclectic star has captivated audiences with popular hits; “Moyen Te”, “Gate Le Coin”, “Abidjan Debout”, “Sequestration”, “Coupe Bibamba” and “Karolina”.

Having been recognised and awarded by former and late South African President, Nelson Mandela during 2001’s KORA Award ceremony for his contribution to African music, Awilo Longomba remains an instrumental figure within the African music industry.

He  has repeatedly sold out stadiums and arenas across Africa- Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, DR Congo, South Africa, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, along with performances  across the globe in countries such as; Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Europe and the USA.

Awilo Longomba is still one of Africa’s most loved and sought after artists with over 15 million multi-video You-Tube views, in addition to figures rising each day

 

 

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