Immortal Franco: Africa's Unrivalled Guitar Legend

Review (4 stars) Fantastic...Syran effortlessly turns out some of the finest rumba guitar licks heard since Franco passed away. -- Songlines, (Martin Sinnock), October 2009 (4 stars) Glorious...luscious vocals, inspirational guitar lines, infectious sax and percussion...a great reminder of the musical powerhouse that is Congo. -- Evening Standard, (Simon Broughton), August 21, 2009 Product Description Franco was Africa's unrivalled guitar legend whose music changed the sound of a continent. Twenty years after Franco's death, Congolese guitar maestro Syran Mbenza brings together a host of stars to celebrate his incredible musical legacy. Led by Mbenza, widely acknowledged as one of Africa's best guitarists, this album features the honeyed voice of Wuta Mayi and bassist Flavien Makabi, original members from Franco's OK Jazz band.