by Jacques Raymond TEDONGAP | Jan 21, 2020 | Weekend column
Aïcha Koné, Mawa Traoré, Kandet Kantet, Affou Kéïta… are some of the spokespersons of Mandingo music with confirmed talent beyond the borders of Côte d’Ivoire. Each of their outings with their jewels in solid and plated gold, richly embroidered bazin, beautiful...
by Jacques Raymond TEDONGAP | Dec 24, 2019 | in the footsteps of
When Ernest Djédjé Blé Louis alias Ernesto Djédjé passed away in June 1983, many of his disciples promised to continue his work: Ziglibity. Blissi Tebil, Johnny Lafleur, Luckson Padaud, Diabo Steck and many others were the standard-bearers of a musical rhythm whose...
by Jacques Raymond TEDONGAP | Dec 3, 2019 | celebrities
Prince is a Bantu, which means he is a born singer. When a child is born in Africa, singing is part of daily life. He sings in the popular wakes where professional mourners and great leaders of the voice with mournful tones express themselves. Here, for example, one...
by Jacques Raymond TEDONGAP | Sep 7, 2019 | on stage
Josey has an appointment with her fans in France this Saturday 7 September 2019 from 7pm. She will give a live performance at the Palais des Congrès in Montreuil. The singer shares her impatience on social networks. In the meantime, she released the official video of...
by Jacques Raymond TEDONGAP | Sep 6, 2019 | new releases
In his new single, Tekno uses his voice and Afrobeats to call on Africa’s leaders to focus on the important social needs of the people. The Nigerian singer mentions the lack of food, light, good roads, security, health care and education, indicating that he...