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Dindo Yogo
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Bio
Théodore Dindo Mabeli, popularly known as Dindo Yogo, was a Congolese musician who was known for his smooth and infectious sound. He began his music career as a guitarist in various local bands. In 1978, Dindo Yogo joined Papa Wemba's band, Viva La Musica, where he quickly gained fame for his soulful voice and guitar skills. He left in 1981 alongside guitarists Popolipo Zanguila, Djuna Djanana, and Kisangani Djenga. They teamed up with the trio of Evoloko Jocker, Djo Mali, and Bozi Boziana to form the Langa Langa Stars. Dindo Yogo's music tackled issues such as corruption, poverty, and injustice in Congolese society. Dindo sadly passed away in 2000 at the age of 37.
Discography
Albums8
La vie est heureuse quand on se sent aimer
La vie est heureuse quand on se sent aimer2011 • AlbumTracks: 6
Plus d'amour
Plus d'amour2000 • AlbumTracks: 11
Pour un nouveau départ (Le duo père et fils)
Pour un nouveau départ (Le duo père et fils)2000 • albumTracks: 10
Dindo Yogo
Dindo Yogo1990 • albumTracks: 8
Dindo Yogo & Klay
Dindo Yogo & Klay1989 • AlbumTracks: 6
Soo-Wa
Soo-Wa1920 • albumTracks: 10
Productions Mayala Présente Dindo Yogo
Productions Mayala Présente Dindo Yogo1920 • AlbumTracks: 4
Succès des années 70
Succès des années 701920 • AlbumTracks: 8
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