Dr. SakisCongo |1972| FrenchDr Sakis is an Soukous Afrobeat artist who has contributed a lot to the the entertainment industry. He is a song writer, a producer and a performer. He has done well for himself. He started from scratch and very early in his music career. He has mentored many young talents.
Jerry MarcossMadagascar |1980| FrenchJerry Marcoss is a renowned Malagasy musician, composer, and singer renowned for his captivating kawitry, mangaliba, and salegy music. His positive lyrics and energetic performances have earned him the title "King of Kawitry." With a talent for unifying through music, he's garnered international acclaim, released more than five albums, and received awards from Radio France International. Beyond melodies, Marcoss championed conservation and green tourism, collaborating with the U.S. Department of State. His music resonated politically too, supporting President Rajoelina during a turbulent time. Marcoss's journey from coastal beginnings to global stages signifies music's boundless influence, crafting an enduring legacy in Malagasy music.
Sur ChocIvory Coast |1987| FrenchSur-Choc is a music group from Côte d'Ivoire. The Frères Gazeurs were originally four kids from the ghettos of Abidjan. They used a cappella singing, djembe and a bell to play "ambiance facile" (easy groove), a traditional-modern style. Since 1987, they have been playing under the name of Sur-Choc (over-shock): percussionist Henri-Jacques Kipré, two singers (Privat and Feu Sergent) and Dékiss, the group's leader and creator of the Gnakpa Gnakpa dance style. Between 1990 and 2002, the four chalked up six albums of Zouglou music, the pop style that grew from 'ambiance facile'. In 2003, Sur-Choc released the album "Magnum". Their seventh album was accompanied by a new dance step called "coupé-décalé". The track "Fou Ho" was featured on the soundtrack of the FIFA Street 2005 game.
Juli EndeeLiberia |1978| EnglishLiberian-born singer-songwriter Juli Endee, aka Queen Juli Endee has proven herself to be one to reckon with in the political sector and the music industry. She was designated Liberia's Culture Ambassador in 1995 for displaying selfless service to Liberians in the diaspora and helping them impact their home country. Living up to her title as the Executive Director for Crusaders for Peace, Juli uses her music to promote peace and togetherness in Liberia and throughout Africa.
