Kanda Bongo Man – The King of Kwassa Kwassa
Soul Mama, E20 1DB , [Venue Details]Toleka Events presents a special After Valentine’s Day Rumba and Soukous Dance with Congolese music icon Kanda Bongo Man.
“If Kanda Bongo Man doesn’t make you want to dance, call an ambulance — you’re dead.” — The Guardian
An original superstar of the Congolese rumba and soukous golden era, Kanda Bongo Man is a founding pioneer of the internationally recognised Kwassa Kwassa rhythm that took the world by storm.
Performing live with a full band, this rare London appearance promises infectious guitar lines, driving rhythms, and a curated selection of Kanda Bongo Man’s greatest classics, rarely performed live in recent years. The set includes rumba favourites such as “Sweet Elizabeth”, alongside golden-era soukous concert favourites including Inde Monie and other signature works from his prestigious catalogue.
This elegant evening brings together live African music and dance, with fine dining available, alongside a line-up of next-generation artists and a DJ delivering a high-energy mix of Congolese music, Afrobeats, and Southern African music.
This is a night not to be missed. Join us for live Congolese rumba and soukous on the dancefloor. Expect to dance. Come dressed to impress. One night only at Soul Mama, presented by Toleka Events.
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Admission: To be confirmed
Performer name: Kanda Bongo Man
Doors open: 6:30 pm
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Kanda Bongo Man – The King of Kwassa Kwassa
Thursday, 26 Feb 2026 @8.00pm
Soul Mama, E20 1DBMore Information
Toleka Events presents a special After Valentine’s Day Rumba and Soukous Dance with Congolese music icon Kanda Bongo Man.
“If Kanda Bongo Man doesn’t make you want to dance, call an ambulance — you’re dead.” — The Guardian
An original superstar of the Congolese rumba and soukous golden era, Kanda Bongo Man is a founding pioneer of the internationally recognised Kwassa Kwassa rhythm that took the world by storm.
Performing live with a full band, this rare London appearance promises infectious guitar lines, driving rhythms, and a curated selection of Kanda Bongo Man’s greatest classics, rarely performed live in recent years. The set includes rumba favourites such as “Sweet Elizabeth”, alongside golden-era soukous concert favourites including Inde Monie and other signature works from his prestigious catalogue.
This elegant evening brings together live African music and dance, with fine dining available, alongside a line-up of next-generation artists and a DJ delivering a high-energy mix of Congolese music, Afrobeats, and Southern African music.
This is a night not to be missed. Join us for live Congolese rumba and soukous on the dancefloor. Expect to dance. Come dressed to impress. One night only at Soul Mama, presented by Toleka Events.
Admission: To be confirmed
Performer name: Kanda Bongo Man
Doors open: 6:30 pm
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