The Subgenropedia

Soukous (n) [sü-ˌküs]: popular guitar-driven dance music created in the Democratic Republic of the Congo under the influence of Cuban rumba. Soukous really jumped into the mainstream once the central African rapid-fire, guitar-driven music swept into Europe in the 1980s. But how did this upbeat, Afro-Caribbean genre gain so much popularity? Let's find out..

Show Notes

1. Missié Bakary- Tony Moussinga
2. Monoko Ya Mboka- Henri Bowane
3. Toujours OK- TPOK Jazz
4. Sai- Kanda Bongo Man
5. Pitié- Tabu Ley
6. Monie- Kanda Bongo Man
7. Mbuta Mutu- Yondo Sister

For the more Subgenropedia songs and genre's check out the Spotify Playlist with some more of my favorite picks for each sub-genre!

What is The Subgenropedia?

Welcome to the Subgenropedia. Each week I, Alex Neill, will take a look at an unknown subgenre in the music industry, explore its history, learn its musical styles and influences, and discover some of the pioneers behind the music. From the depths of Central Africa to the cajun bijou of Louisiana, the Subgenropedia will take to music you never heard before