Le Grand Kallé et l'African Jazz, commonly known as African Jazz, emerged as a highly influential Congolese rumba (soukous) band in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Established in 1953 in Léopoldville (modern-day Kinshasa) during Belgian colonial rule, the band was spearheaded by Joseph Kabasele Tshamala, famously known as Le Grand Kallé. Its zenith occurred from 1958 to 1962, but defections in 1963 led to a decline. Though briefly revived after 1966, the group disintegrated in 1967–68 as members departed to form a new band. Notable members included Dr Nico Kasanda, Manu Dibango, Sam Mangwana, Tabu Ley Rochereau, etc.

Le Grand Kallé et l'African Jazz, known as African Jazz, emerged as a highly influential Congolese rumba band in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Le Grand Kallé et l'African Jazz

Félicité (Live) is an African Jazz album released on March 17, 2014. This album captures the vibrant energy and musical prowess of the band during their live performances.

Félicité (Live)

“Chauffez Vol. 2” by African Jazz is a vibrant album that showcases the rich musical heritage of African jazz. Released in 2014, this album features 20 tracks that blend traditional African rhythms with jazz elements, creating a unique and captivating sound

Chauffez Vol. 2

“Chauffez” by African Jazz is a delightful blend of traditional African rhythms and jazz elements. The album is rich with lively guitar melodies, intricate percussion, and harmonized vocals.

Chauffez

“Surboum Africaine Vol. 2” by African Jazz is a captivating album that highlights the vibrant sounds of African jazz. The album includes tracks like “Lolo Brigita” and “Nalingi Makambo,” which showcase the band’s dynamic arrangements and intricate instrumentation

Surboum Africaine Vol. 2

Surboum is an album by African Jazz led by the legendary Congolese musician Joseph Kabasele, also known as Grand Kallé.

Surboum

Joseph Athanase Tshamala Kabasele, better known by his stage name "Le Grand Kallé", was a Congolese musician, band leader and father of Soukous music.

Le Grand Kallé

Pascal-Emmanuel Sinamoyi Tabu, popularly known as Tabu Ley Rochereau, was a prominent Congolese African rumba singer, songwriter, and bandleader

Pascal-Emmanuel Tabu

Kasanda Mikalayi Nicolas, also known as Docteur Nico was a musician and rhythm guitarist from Congo.

Kasanda Nicolas

Emmanuel N'Djoké Dibango, popularly known as Manu Dibango, was a Cameroonian Jazz Saxophonist, a pianist, vibraphonist, musician, composer and arranger.

Emmanuel N'Djoké Dibango

Sam Mangwana is a Congolese rumba singer who has left his mark on soukous music.