Angola Press Agency (Luanda)

Angola: Local Singer Confirms Popularity in Paris

17 June 2009

Luanda — The Angolan musician José Adelino Barceló de Carvalho "Bonga" confirmed on the weekend, in Paris (France), that he is the biggest representative of the Angolan music abroad.

During the concert that was attended by over 50,000 spectators, Bonga transmitted his popular rhythm and was very applauded by Angolans who honoured his presence by waving the Angolan flag.

The show is part of the broad international agenda of one of the best Angolan singers of all time, for the coming months.

ANGOP learnt that Bonga continues working to please fans with new songs, with highlight to the track entitled "Filho de Capeta não presta".

Born on 05 September 1942, Bonga continues being the Angolan musician who has represented the country the most in international stages.

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