Awilo Longomba

Awilo Longomba is a Congolese musician who was a drummer in Viva La Musica, Stukas, Nouvelle Generation and Loketo. In 1995, he finally quit drumming for singing and released his first album Moto Pamba with help from Shimita, Ballou Canta, Dindo Yogo, Dally Kimoko, Sam Mangwana, Syran Mbenza and Ringo star.

Awilo Longomba released his second album, Coupe Bibamba in 1998 which made him known throughout Africa, Europe and America. He also released his third album Kafou Kafou in 2001 and fourth album Mondongo 2004.

Awilo Longomba's relatives in the music industry include his father Victor Longomba a founding member of T.P OK Jazz as well as his late elder brother, Lovy the father to the Longombas who are a popular afro-fusion group based in Kenya. Lovy was  a member of Super Mazembe led by the late Longwa Didos.

Awilo Longomba now lives in France and is engaged to musician Barbara Kanam.

Awilo Longomba

Awilo Longomba

Awilo Longomba and his fiancee Barbara Kanam

Awilo Longomba and his fiancee Barbara Kanam

Awilo Longomba and his fiancee Barbara Kanam

Awilo Longomba and Nigerian singer D'Banj

Awilo Longomba and Michael Essien

Awilo Longomba with Ghanaian Actress Juliet Ibrahim (right) and her siblings

Awilo Longomba - Coupe Bibamba

Awilo Longomba - Gate le coin

Awilo Longomba - Carolina II

Awilo Longomba - Carolina 

Awilo Longomba - Porokondo

Awilo Longomba - Pili - Pili