Kasaloo Kyanga | |
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Born | May 20, 1957 Kisangani, Democratic Republic of the Congo |
Died | September 9, 2011 (aged 54) Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania |
Citizenship | Tanzania |
Occupation(s) | Musician, guitarist, composer |
Years active | 1980–2011 |
Notable work | Karubandika, Masafa Marefu |
Style | Muziki wa dansi, Soukous |
Spouse | Jane Butinini |
Children | 4 |
Relatives | Kyanga Songa |
Website | https://www.instagram.com/kasalookyanga/ |
Kasaloo Kyanga (May 20, 1957 – September 9, 2011) was a Congolese musician, guitarist, and composer. Kyanga's compositions, including the hit song "Masafa Marefu", composed with Tancut Almasi Orchestra, continue to be performed by musicians.[1] His other hit songs include "Nimemkaribisha Nyoka", "Butinini",[2] "Kashasha",[3][4][5] and "Kambwembwe".[6]