Makossa is a music genre originating in Douala, Littoral Region, Cameroon in the late 20th century. [1] Like much other music of Sub-Saharan Africa, it uses strong electric bass rhythms …

Step back in time with this nonstop classic Makossa mix — a journey through the golden era of Cameroonian music.

Sep 24, 2024 · Makossa (meaning "dance" in Douala) originated in the 1950s in the coastal region of Cameroon, particularly Douala, evidence of cultural transfers and fusion. The genre …

Mar 22, 2022 · Makossa is a type of Cameroonian pop music that is built on Congolese rumba, funky electric bass guitar, and a brass section. The term "makossa" comes from the Douala …

Makossa is both an urban music, and a dance born in the city of Douala, Cameroon in the 1950s. Its pioneers sought their inspiration in 1970s French pop, Ghanaian highlife music, Congolese …

Nov 4, 2015 · Makossa isn’t only a type of dance or a tradition; it is one of Cameroon’s many faces. The Makossa dance was created by Nelle Eyoum between 1952 and 1962 and was …

Makossa is a music genre originating in Douala, Littoral Region, Cameroon in the late 20th century. [1] Like much other music of Sub-Saharan Africa, it uses strong electric bass rhythms …

Makossa is a musical genre and dance style that originated in Douala, Cameroon. It is characterized by its infectious rhythm, often featuring bass guitar, brass instruments, and …

Makossa is a popular music genre that originated in Cameroon in the 1960s. It is characterized by its upbeat tempo, catchy rhythms, and use of brass instruments. The genre has evolved over …

Makossa (meaning "dance" in Douala) originated in the 1950s in the coastal region of Cameroon, particularly Douala. The genre stems from the Congolese rumba and blends traditional …