Born in Angola, based in Lisbon, 24-year-old Pongo explodes onto the European scene with her debut solo EP, bringing a melodic, artistic, soulful approach to the classic kuduro sound.
Best known for her work with Buraka Som Sistema including the monster international hit Kalemba (Wegue Wegue), she draws on her experience of growing up in Luanda, Angola in the 90s to bring personal, powerful, {
“The Neo-Kuduro Diva You Should Know About” – Trace.T
“You Need to Hear Pongo’s New Blend of Kuduro and Electronic Pop” – Okayafrica
“an affirmation of dancing’s power over strife” – Pitchfork
“eclectic and irrepressible” – Line of Best Fi
“rampant chants atop thunderous kick drums and restless percussion” – The Fader
