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Jupiter Bokondji's Anya Rock
- Jupiter Bokondji, a Congolese musician, defies the stereotype of Congolese music being solely rumba.
- He infuses rock elements into traditional Congolese music, creating a unique sound he calls "Anya Rock."
Dobet Gnahoré's Multilingual Music
- Dobet Gnahoré, based in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, blends French and Bete languages in her album Couler.
- Her song "Leftoi" delivers a message of resilience and hope.
Hira's Captivating Performance
- Hira, the "Nightingale of Thibo," mesmerized audiences with her voice and guitarist Brahima Dembele.
- Her posthumous album, "Live in New York," captures their magical performance at Bard College.

