Film: Kinshasa Superband - Congotronics vs. Rockers

Film: Kinshasa Superband - Congotronics vs. Rockers


Filmmaker Pierre Laffargue is putting the finishing touches on Kinshasa Superband: Creating Congotronics vs. Rockers. The documentary follows Congotronics vs. Rockers, a supergroup made up of Congolese bands Konono N°1 and Kasai Allstars and indie artists Deerhoof, Juana Molina, Wildbirds and Peacedrums, and Matt Mehlan from Skeletons. Watch a preview for the film above and stream some live cuts from the band below.

Congotronics vs. Rockers Live by Crammed Discs

(via P4K)

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