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Simaro Lutumba

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Bio

Simaro Massiya Lutumba Ndomanueno, widely known Simaro Lutumba, was a prominent Congolese musician, songwriter, composer, and band leader, known for his role as a rhythm guitarist in the band, TPOK Jazz. He was known as "Poet" due to his composition of the band's hit song "Mabele." Simaro was jailed by DRC authorities in the late 1970s for two obscene songs. Nevertheless, he was considered as one of the greatest poets, singers, and philosophers of Congolese music. Simaro passed away on March 30, 2019.

Discography

Albums¹¹

Spécial Faya Tess, Vol. 52015 • AlbumTracks: 17

Cœur artificiel2015 • AlbumTracks: 11

Shako2013 • AlbumTracks: 6

C'est la fête2012 • AlbumTracks: 10

Salle d'attente2012 • AlbumTracks: 9

Procès2004 • AlbumTracks: 10

Ingratitude2001 • AlbumTracks: 8

Pablo2000 • AlbumTracks: 7

Trahison1998 • AlbumTracks: 6

Maya1985 • AlbumTracks: 7

Eau bénite215 • AlbumTracks: 6

Compilations¹

Non Stop De Lutumba2017 • CompilationTracks: 43

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