Paul Kamba
Paul Kamba | |
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| Born | December 12, 1912 Mpouya, Congo |
| Died | March 19, 1950 (aged 37) Brazzaville, Congo |
| Genres | Congolese rumba |
| Occupations | |
| Instrument | guitar |
| Years active | 1935–1950 |
| Labels | Ngoma |
Paul Kamba (12 December 1912 – 19 March 1950) was a Congolese singer-songwriter, guitarist, composer, and one of the foundational figures in the development of Congolese rumba. Renowned for his vocal mastery, lyrical compositions, and pioneering contributions to ensemble instrumentation and arrangement, Kamba is widely recognized as one of the early architects of modern Central African popular music. His work laid the groundwork for a musical renaissance that would influence generations of artists and define the sonic identity of both Congos.