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Syran Mbenza

First Name:

Syran

Last Name:

Mbenza

Stage Name:

Syran Mbenza

Country:

Congo

Born:

1950

Primary Language:

French

Participations

1

Lead Guitarist

Bio

Syran Mbenza, professionally known as M'Benza, is a celebrated Congolese guitarist renowned for his contributions to Soukous and Rumba music. Inspired by Franco Luambo, he self-taught himself guitar at age 11 and played in various local bands. Moving to Paris in 1981, he left an indelible mark on the industry. With a career spanning five decades, Mbenza has excelled as a solo artist, a vital member of Les Quatre Étoiles soukous group, and the founder of Kékélé, a Congolese rumba revival band. Mbenza's talent led to collaborations with notable artists, and he recorded multiple albums, including the critically acclaimed "Immortal Franco." A truly legendary guitarist in Africa.

Discography

Albums⁶

Africa The Golden Years

Africa The Golden Years1998 • AlbumTracks: 8

Elisa Dangwa

Elisa Dangwa1984 • AlbumTracks: 5

Syran

Syran1983 • AlbumTracks: 4

Kouamé

Kouamé1980 • AlbumTracks: 6

Symbiose (The best of Paris)

Symbiose (The best of Paris)1920 • albumTracks: 6

Sisika

Sisika1920 • albumTracks: 5

Label

Record Label associated with Syran Mbenza - past and current.

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