Ricky Likabu: leader, vocals
Coco Yakala Ngambali: vocals, guitar
Theo Nzonza Nsituvuidi: vocals guitar
Djunana Tanga-Suele: vocals
Kabamba Kabose Kasungo: vocals
Roger Landu: satonge, vocals
Amalphy Ketikila Masamba: guitar
Randy Makana Kalambayi: percussion
Paulin 'Cavalier' Kiara-Maigi: bass guitar
Montana Kinunu Ntunu: drums, vocals

One of the most inspiring success stories in the global music scene, fearless Congolese band STAFF BENDA BILILI is back with its long-awaited follow-up album "Bouger le monde", which bears witness to the spectacular musical evolution of the group, and to its intent to keep making... the world shake! (as stated in the album's title).



Everyone must know their story by now: formed by paraplegic street musicians who, at the time, slept on the streets of Kinshasa and rehearsed in the half-abandoned city zoo, STAFF BENDA BILILI conquered worldwide audiences and media thanks to their enchanting music, their relentless energy and their uplifting optimism. Upon the 2009 release of their first album, "Très Très Fort" (Crammed Discs), the band instantaneously became one of the most emblematic African bands around, as well as a symbol of resilience and triumph over adversity.

Released in movie theatres and on TV, "Benda Bilili!", the feature film dedicated to the story of the group was a sensation at the Cannes film festival, and achieved a high level of success. As for the "Très Très Fort" album, it won several awards and sold upwards of 150 000 units. STAFF BENDA BILILI have toured nonstop for the last 3 years, and they keep performing in front of a constantly growing number of devoted, fervent fans. The band have appeared in the largest festivals & concert halls across Europe, Australia and Japan.

This new album, recorded once again in Kinshasa, DRC, contains a collection of 11 superb songs, and benefits from the musical transformations which gradually took place during Staff Benda Bilili's 350+ shows: the band are louder and rockier, their level of musicianship has further risen, and the adjunction of three new members brings richer textures and added excitement to the arrangements: drummer Montana had joined the band right after the recording of the 1st album, lead guitarist Amalphi is a new.......
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