Nkumu Katalay
Nkumu Katalay, a native of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, has emerged as a powerful voice in promoting Congolese culture and fostering connections across social, cultural, educational, and professional spheres. As a Congolese-American singer, songwriter, and composer now based in New York City, Nkumu is dedicated to bridging gaps between the Congolese people, the African diaspora, and the global community. His multifaceted career spans various artistic roles, including artist, orator, multi-instrumentalist, social activist, and cultural curator, with music serving as his guiding force. Nkumu firmly believes that music, much like human cultures, is a collection of fragments that interact to create a cohesive, harmonious whole.
Nkumu’s journey from Kinshasa to New York City fuels his mission to blend the vibrant sounds of his heritage with the diverse musical landscape of his adopted home. His style transcends borders, creating a sonic tapestry that resonates across cultures.
#nkumukatalay :|| Live in Kinshasa song #clearmypath
#nkumukatalay :|| ✨Kinshasa! 🎶 Live with Nkumu Katalay and his full el Kinshasa band
#nkumukatalay :|| Katalay Bonyoma mwana ya ba Ana Mongo na Bangala #traditional Congolese Rhythms
#nkumukatalay :|| Seben Kinshasa in Harlem with Nkumu Katalay & The "Life Long Project" Band
#nkumukatalay :|| Concert De La Francophonie Seben
#nkumukatalay :|| Concert De la Francophonie part5 Masuwa
#nkumukatalay :|| Live @Lycéefrancais for Le Concert de la Francophonie part 1 #NazoBela
#nkumukatalay :|| Live at Shrine song #Congo4u #soukous #Rumbianfunk
#nkumukatalay :|| Live in Harlem @shrineharlem part2 song Ebale ya Zaire (#Masuwa in #Rumbianfunk)
#SebenDrum :|| discussion with Nkumu Katalay how to change between different Band Styles
#APAP #2024 :|| Nkumu Katalay Live at SOB's for the AFROMONDO Showcase 6th Edition part 2
#2023 :|| Nkumu Katalay Ethno-musicology time: NDOMBOLO DANCE MUSIC AND CONGO
Nkumu Katalay:|| "Sachez Que" live recording studio session in New York City
#nkumukatalay teaching #drum #culture and storytelling to 5th and 6th graders in #nyc
Nkumu Katalay||: Band Rehearsal Archives #road2apollo preparations
#congoonoffbroadway :|| Live live at @thetriadnyc #NKUMUKATALAY & The "Life Long Project" Band part2
Nkumu Katalay:|| Congo On Off Broadway: Live @ The Triad Theater Part 1
Nkumu Katalay discusses RUMBIANFUNK his musical style.
Drum Duet 3/4 Congolese Rythm:|| Nkumu Katalay feat Joaquin Pozo
#Terminal5 #NYC #2018 :|| Nkumu Katalay opens up for @GIMS
Nkumu Katalay:|| Seben, 3 approach on how to rest the pace of the Congolese soukous rythm
Seben:|| Soukous, Ndombolo.. Nkumu Katalay gives credit to Papy Kakol of Wenge MM
Seben:|| revision on style and Congolese drummers with their contributions
Seben drum: Détente with Mutwashi Rhythm Nkumu Katalay
Nkumu Katalay:|| Live In New York City.. Part 1
Congolese Seben /Soukous: The "Detente" groove
Soukous & Ndombolo basic Drum Fills & Grooves with Nkumu Katalay
Congolese Seben Groove (Soukous Drum Break Down)
#Seben :|| creating Congolese #ndombolo rythm from scratch with Nkumu katalay
Nkumu Katalay- Zua Lokolo (Official Video)