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Shimita El Diego
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Shimita El Diego, originally known as Lukombo Nzambe, is a celebrated singer-composer from the Congo. He drew deep inspiration from African musical legends like Tabu Ley Rochereau and Joseph Kabasele and made his mark in the 1980s by collaborating with influential Zairean bands during the early days of soukous music. A pivotal figure in the soukous movement, Shimita gained immense popularity as a member of Le Grand Zaiko and as a co-founder of the Soukous Stars. His exceptional vocal abilities are showcased in the renowned soukous hit "Lagos Night". Through his original songs in various Congolese languages and beyond, Shimita's music transcends linguistic and cultural barriers, which has helped solidify his position as a significant figure in African music.
Discography
Albums5
Moto Moto(Etat De Troit)
Moto Moto(Etat De Troit)2020 • AlbumTracks: 11
MPEVE
MPEVE2018 • albumTracks: 11
Ko Knockout, Afrobeat Soukous
Ko Knockout, Afrobeat Soukous2016 • albumTracks: 8
Best of Diego Vol.2
Best of Diego Vol.22016 • albumTracks: 9
Mystic
Mystic2011 • albumTracks: 8
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