Quartier Latin International

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Quartier Latin International
Papa Wemba and Koffi Olomide, 1988.jpg
Background information
Also known asQuartier Latin
Origin Democratic Republic of the Congo
Genres Congolese rumba, ndombolo and soukous
Years active1986—present
Labels

Quartier Latin International(QLI), or Quartier Latin, is a soukous band from the Democratic Republic of the Congo established in 1986.

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Location

The band was formed in 1986 in Kinshasa. It plays in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other African countries, and often tours in Europe and North America. [1] [2]

Overview

The band was founded by its leader, composer, guitarist, vocalist, dancer and entertainer, Koffi Olomide. The band performs both in Lingala and French languages. [3] Since its creation, many members have left and joined the band, some multiple times. [4] Many former band members still maintain good relations with the band. A show commemorating the group's 30th anniversary took place on 16 November 2016. The chief organizer was Fally Ipupa, who left the band in 2006. [5]

Group Member Musicians

The Old Musicians

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References

  1. Pathou Kinzala Nkuka (4 March 2015). "Quartier Latin International: Koffi Olomide reintegrates Apocalypse facilitator to 13th apostle" (in French). Kinshasa: Starducongo.com. Retrieved 18 April 2016.
  2. NDZ (8 October 2015). "Koffi Olomide promises fireworks". NewsDay Zimbabwe (NDZ). Harare. Retrieved 18 April 2016.
  3. "Koffi Olomide Biography". Atlanta: Pan African Allstars. 2002. Retrieved 17 April 2016.
  4. Ambangito, Franck (28 August 2015). "Bourro Mpela: Cooperation and reintegration confirmed" (in French). Kinshasa: Groupelavenir.org. Retrieved 18 April 2016.
  5. Kingunza, Kikim (3 March 2016). "For the 30 years of the Quartier Latin International: Fally Ipupa is involved in the organization of the event" (in French). Kinshasa: The Future Daily. Retrieved 18 April 2016.