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An Introduction to the Congo’s Didjak Munya
Words and Interview by Priscilla Djirackor
For Africans, music from the Democratic Republic of Congo has always been a reference, the crème de la crème of music. In a...
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Alec Lomami — “Kinshasa” (CHLLNGR Remix)
Home is where the heart is, and Alec Lomami’s ticker is in “Kinshasha.” The Congolese-American emcee penned an ode to his hometown, the Democratic Republic of the...
MTV Iggy Show
The MTV Iggy Show — Episode 15
Belgian-Congolese MC Baloji is transforming hip-hop and the global perception of the Democratic Republic of Congo with his unique fusion sounds. Now, MTV Iggy’s...
Music Video
Baloji — “Independence Cha Cha”
Congo-Belgium rapper Baloji reworks his country’s classic declaration of freedom, the “Independence Cha Cha.” The original version was released in 1960 when the...
Music Video
Alesh — “Reveil: The Awakening”
Sometimes beef is deeper than petty fights among emcees. Hip hop artist Alesh’s beef has a polished and political aim. “Reveil – The Awakening” is a call to his local...
MTV Iggy Show
The MTV Iggy Show – Episode 5
In our 5th episode we check out a Chilean child prodigy with a great head of hair, a British electropop group with a vampiric vibe, and a Congolese/Belgian rapper with a...
Live
Baloji Enchants Brooklyn
Congo-born emcee Baloji’s nom de guerre means “sorcerer” in Swahili and Chiluba. His album Kinshasa Succursale has certainly cast a spell over listeners with its blend...
Interview
Breaking Barriers with Baloji
Congolese-Belgian hip hop artist Baloji took some time to talk with us when he brought his culture melding music to the US. Find out how he synthesizes his...
Live
Baloji — “Nazongi” (Live)
Baloji mixes vintage Afro-jazz with modern hip hop and brings them to a boil in an intimate venue in Brooklyn. Watch him cook with a live band and very live audience in...
Live
Baloji — “Independence Cha Cha” (Live)
The song “Independence Cha Cha” has a special place in the history of the Congo. Legendary bandleader Joseph “Grand Kalle” Kabasele released the song in 1960 when the...