Congolese musician (1940–2024)
Papa Noël Nedule (29 December 1940 – 11 November 2024) was a soukous recording artist and guitarist in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Biography
Nedule was born as Antoine Nedule Monswet on 29 December 1940.[1] Although for many years it was assumed he became known as "Papa Noël" because of his Christmas birthdate, his day of birth was later corrected to the 29th by his wife Dadie.[2]
He was once a member of the soukous band TPOK Jazz, led by François Luambo Makiadi, which dominated the Congolese music scene from the 1950s through the 1980s.[3]
Nedule was an original member and leader of the band Kékélé when it was founded in 2000, although illness prevented him from joining the band in some of its later recording sessions and tours.[4]
Nedule died in France on 11 November 2024, at the age of 83.[2]
Discography
- Put It Down (2024)
- New Look (2021, Halle Rock)
- Café Noir (2007, Tumi/ Nocturne)
- Bana Congo avec Papi Oviedo (2002, Tumi)
- Mosala Makasi avec Adan Pedroso (2001, Yard High)
- Bel Ami (2000, Sterns)
- Haute Tension (1994)
- Ya Nono (1988, Rythmes et Musique)
- Allegria (1986, Vilnair)
- Bon Samaritain (1984, I.A.D.)
- Tangawusi (1982)
- Contributing artist
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