Born to Congolese parents and raised in a bustling household, Janga's early exposure to a kaleidoscope of musical styles paved the way for his unique artistic journey. While Janga has a deep appreciation for the works of numerous 20th- and 21st-century musicians, he's never been shy about naming his favourites. Among the legends that have left an indelible mark on him, Tupac Shakur, Michael Jackson, and...

Listening to the new album from The Bateleurs, "A Light In The Darkness", is like finding a perfectly worn leather jacket in a forgotten wardrobe. Not one from London or Los Angeles, mind you, but one discovered in a dusty Lisbon alley, smelling faintly of sea salt and old cigarettes. It fits perfectly, but it carries the shape and the stories of someone else's...