Orch YokaLokole - Mandolina 1 2

Review by Jon Lee

Orch YokaLokole's album Mandolina 1 2 is a masterpiece of Congolese rumba music. The band's unique blend of African rhythms and European melodies creates a sound that is both familiar and exotic. The album's opening track, "Mandolina," sets the tone with its catchy guitar riff and driving percussion. Other standout tracks include "Mama Yemo," a tribute to the band's mothers, and "Ngai Muana," a love song that showcases the band's vocal harmonies. The album's production is top-notch, with each instrument and voice given its own space in the mix. Mandolina 1 2 is a must-listen for fans of African music and anyone looking for a fresh take on rumba.