Makossa

Makossa is a style of African music similar to soukous, except that it features strong bass rhythm and a prominent horn section. Makossa originated in the 50s from the kossa dance, with significant influences from jazz, ambasse bey, Latin music, highlife and rumba. In the late 60s, the style was popularized outside Cameroon by artists such as Manu Dibango.

Musicians of Makossa:

Bébé Manga

Emile Kangue