Sam Mangwana is one of the superstars of African music. Born in the Congo to Angolan parents his music epitomized the Pan-African ideals of post-colonial Africa. Never one to stand still, he has embraced a whole mix of musical styles, including Salsa and Hi-Life as well as his beloved Soukous (Congolese Rumba).
CORONAVIRUS: All venues in the UK were shut down on March 16, 2020, and the restrictions were finally lifted on July 19, 2021. It is important to mention that the UK Theatre Web archive listings (iUKTDb) from March 2020 to July 2021 might not be accurate due to the lack of information regarding rescheduled and cancelled shows.