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Born
1955
1955
From
Congo
Congo
Journey
Rigobert Bamundele, better known as Rigo Star, was an acclaimed Congolese guitarist and arranger. Born in Kinshasa, he began his musical journey by joining Papa Wemba's "Viva la Musica," where he gained recognition as a lead guitarist. He later moved to Paris, becoming a sought-after session musician and working on various albums. Rigo's versatile musical contributions extended to various albums and collaborations, including his critically acclaimed collaboration "Phénomène" with Mbilia Bel. Rigo's innovative approach to music earned him some criticism for his experimental style, but he has remained esteemed for his exceptional guitar skills.
