Josky Kiambukuta Explained

Josky Kiambukuta
Background:solo_singer
Birth Name:Joseph Kiambukuta Londa
Alias:Josky, Djo Sex
Birth Date:14 February 1949
Origin:Congolese
Instrument:Vocals
Genre:Rumba
Occupation:Singer, songwriter
Years Active:1965–2009
Associated Acts:Bana OK, OK Jazz, L'Orchestre Continental, L'African Fiesta Sukisa[1]
Birth Place:Gombe-Matadi,
Death Place:Kinshasa, DR Congo

Joseph Kiambukuta Londa, known as Josky Kiambukuta, (14 February 1949 – 7 March 2021) was a Congolese performing artist, singer, songwriter and composer.[2] As a member of TPOK Jazz[3] he played alongside Franco during their most popular period in the mid-1960s until the late 1980s.

Early life

Joseph Kiambukuta Londa was born in Gombe-Matadi on Valentine's Day of 1949, to Bernard Bakiansuni and Albertine Londa.[4]

Musical career

Early musical career

Kiambukuta joined Dr. Nico's group, African Fiesta Sukisa in 1969.[5] [6] During his stay in the band, he recorded one of his first hits, "Sadi Naboyi Masumu". Two years later, in 1971, he leaves to form his band Orchestre Continental with other young musicians including Wuta Mayi and Bopol Mansiamina. He recorded and composed another hit, “Nakobondela”, during his time with the band.

TPOK Jazz

Kiambukuta joined TPOK Jazz in 1973. Kiambukuta is known for his range of voice, from very high notes to deep bass, as the need arises. He is credited with composing many songs for the band, including “Chandra”, “Fariya”, “KSK” and “Bimansha”.

Josky eventually left the group, along with Ntesa Dalienst in 1985. The two began solo careers and frequently collaborated. During his early solo career, he released an album with Dalienst and Serge Kiambukuta, his cousin. He also participated in the first Koffi Olomide albums.

Kiambukuta returned to TPOK Jazz in 1987. The following year he released his second album "Mata Kita Bloqué", which contains the eponymous hit.

Bana OK

After the death of Franco in 1989, TPOK Jazz continued to play for four years. However, in 1994, conflicts forced the band to split up. Kiambukuta, together with Simaro Lutumba, Ndombe Opetum and other band members went on to form a new band: Bana OK. Kiambukuta is reported to have migrated to France and was a resident of Paris.[7]

Illness and death

Kiambukuta is reported to have retired from music circa 2009. He is also reported to have been in ill-health, for several years before his death. He died in a Kinshasa hospital on 7 March 2021 at the age of 72.[8]

Solo discography

See also

External links

Notes and References

  1. Book: Stewart, Gary. Rumba on the river: a history of the popular music of the two Congos. 5 March 2011. 1 January 2004. Verso. 978-1-85984-368-0. 183.
  2. News: Kenya: 'Sauti Ya Simba' Takes Final Bow. Ngaira. Amos. 14 January 2011. AllAfrica.com. 5 March 2011.
  3. Book: Stewart, Gary. Breakout: profiles in African rhythm. 5 March 2011. 1992. University of Chicago Press. 978-0-226-77406-0. 10.
  4. Web site: 2018-01-27. Josky Kiambukuta : 50 ans de carrière musicale !. 2022-01-25. Eventsrdc.com. fr-FR.
  5. Web site: Messager. LES QUATRE VOIX MARQUANTES DE L'AFRICAN-FIESTA SUKISA. 2022-01-25. MBOKAMOSIKA. 24 December 2020 . fr.
  6. Web site: Joseph Londa Kiambukuta alias Josky 1949 - 2021 - Univers Rumba Congolaise. 2022-01-25. www.universrumbacongolaise.com/. 8 March 2021 . fr-FR.
  7. http://in2eastafrica.net/francos-legend-lives-on-as-fans-mark-21st-anniversary/ Josky Kiambukuta Lives In Paris, France
  8. Web site: Veteran Congolese singer Josky Kiambukuta dies in Kinshasa . . 8 March 2021 . Patrick Ilunga . 21 March 2021 . Nairobi.