Go Back

Franklin Boukaka

First Name: 

Last Name: 

Stage Name: 

Country: 

Born: 

D.O.D: 

Primary Language: 

Bio

Franklin Boukaka, a Congolese baritone singer, guitarist, and prolific songwriter, was a trailblazing figure in the realm of Congolese popular music. Born into a family with a deep musical heritage, Boukaka's destiny was inevitably intertwined with the world of melodies. His musical journey began as he joined various bands, including the notable Cercul Jazz, where his talents flourished. In 1967, Franklin Boukaka embarked on a transformative path, breaking away from Cercul Jazz to pursue a solo career under his name. This transition marked a significant turning point, allowing his unique musical voice to shine. Boukaka's influence extended beyond his homeland as he ventured into international performances, but tragically, Boukaka's life was cut short in 1972, leaving behind a lasting musical legacy.

Discography

Albums⁴

L'Immortel - The 60's Rumba Revolution in Congo2023 • AlbumTracks: 58

Franklin Boukaka1994 • AlbumTracks: 10

A Paris1977 • albumTracks: 12

Franklin Boukaka à Paris1974 • AlbumTracks: 12

Label

Record Label associated with Franklin Boukaka - past and current.

Similar Artists

Boubacar TraoréMali |1942| Other

Boubacar Traoré, also known as Kar Kar, is a legendary Malian singer, songwriter, and guitarist who has been performing since the 1960s. Often hailed as "the voice of Mali," his distinctive guitar style blends American blues, Arab music, and West Africa's pentatonic scales, greatly influencing Mali's music scene. Despite his popularity on the radio during Mali's early post-independence years, Traoré faced financial struggles due to the lack of royalties, compelling him to take odd jobs to survive. His influential work, however, has been recognized globally with his albums reaching international audiences.

Yelemba d'AbidjanIvory Coast |1994| French

Yelemba d'Abidjan is a Cote D"Ivorian musical group created by Lassina Coulibaly in 1994. Lassina leads the percussion and dance group, comprising 26 male and female members. Amongst their several releases are the album 1997 and the 2014 EP Djassa Djassa. The group had its first tour in 1995 and has over the years traveled all over the world.

Tabu Ley RochereauCongo |1940| Lingala

Emmanuel Pascal Sinamoyi, better known as Tabu Ley Rochereau, was a well-known African rumba singer-songwriter. In addition to being the conductor of Orchestre Afrisa International, he was a very prominent performer and prolific songwriter in Africa. By combining elements of Cuban, Caribbean, and Latin American rumba with Congolese traditional music, Tabu Ley, together with guitarist Dr. Nico Kasanda, pioneered soukous, or African rumba, and expanded the reach of his music internationally. Rochereau has composed almost two thousand songs since making his professional debut in Joseph "Grand Kalle" Kabasele's band, African Jazz, in 1954. Sadly, Tabu Ley Rochereau passed away in 2013, leaving behind a rich musical legacy. His contributions to African music continue to be celebrated, and his music remains timeless.

Docteur NicoCongo |1939| Lingala

Nicolas Kasanda wa Mikalay, alias Docteur Nico, was a renowned Congolese guitarist, composer, and trailblazer in music. Rising from a destined career as a technical teacher, he embraced his family's musical background and became a virtuoso guitarist. Joining Grand Kalle et l'African Jazz at 14, he gained recognition from legendary musician Jimi Hendrix. He co-founded L'Orchestra African Fiesta with Tabu Ley Rochereau after African Jazz disbanded. Docteur Nico's compositional brilliance shone through the success of "Kamulangu." Despite a hiatus after his record label's collapse, his musical legacy lives on. He passed away on September 22, 1985, leaving an enduring inspiration for generations.

Assane MboupSenegal |1968| French

Assane Mboup is a songwriter and performer born on October 11, 1968, into a family of musicians and laudatory griots. Hailing from Dakar, Senegal, he navigates between mbalax, afro-pop, and afro-folk (acoustic). Assane broadcasts messages of love, peace, equality, and unity, denouncing child abuse, forced marriages, injustice, corruption, jealousy, poverty, or polygamy..., all sung in a soprano voice in Wolof (his language). Founder and vocal lead of the group Bouba Dialy, Assane Mboup is also a singer of the famous Orchestra Baobab, with whom he has traveled the world since 2001...”

Ntesa DalienstIvory Coast |1946| French

Daniel Ntesa Zitani, also known as Ntesa Dalienst, was a renowned musician, composer, and vocalist from Congo. Ntesa Dalienst began his music career as a member of the legendary Congolese soukous band TPOK Jazz in the 1970s. Despite the band's dissolution in the late 1980s, Ntesa Dalienst continued to make music and release solo albums. He remained a beloved figure in the Congolese music scene until his untimely death. He's legacy lives on, and his music continues to be celebrated.

JoskyCongo, The Democratic Republic of the |1949| Lingala

Joseph Kiambukuta Londa, also known as Josky, was a Congolese musician, singer, songwriter, and composer. He began his musical career with African Fiesta Sukisa and later formed his own band, Orchestre Continental, where he recorded hits such as "Nakobondela". In 1973, he joined TPOK Jazz and contributed to the band's popularity by composing songs like "Chandra" and "Fariya". After leaving TPOK Jazz in 1985, he went on to pursue a solo career and collaborated with Ntesa Dalienst and Koffi Olomide. He died in 2021.