Evoloko JockerCongo |1954| FrenchEvoloko Atshuamo, known as Evoloko Jocker or Lay Lay, is a renowned Congolese soukous singer. He rose to fame as the frontman and band leader of Zaiko Langa Langa, a prominent soukous band in the late 1960s. Evoloko, alongside talented musicians like Papa Wemba and Mavuela Somo, pioneered the popular cavacha sound and dance style. His exceptional songwriting, electrifying performances, and dance skills solidified Zaiko's position as the country's top band for young people. Evoloko briefly left Zaiko and formed Isifi Lokole, but later founded Langa Langa Stars alongside former Zaiko members and Dindo Yogo. Despite lineup changes, the band achieved significant success. Evoloko continued his musical journey with solo projects and collaborations, including occasional reunions with Zaiko Langa Langa.