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Staff Benda Bilili

By Michael Rass ⋅ July 1, 2009 ⋅ Email This Post ⋅ Print This Post Print This Post ⋅ Post a comment ⋅

The Congolese band Staff Benda Bilili just released an amazing album, but as Marco Werman tells Lisa Mullins, it’s the story behind the music that’s really amazing.
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You can find more information on the band here.

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4 comments for “Staff Benda Bilili”

  1. Great story and even better music!! I must get this CD.

    Posted by Melissa Baccari | July 1, 2009, 8:03 pm
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  2. I loved the story, amazing wheel chairs. Will be purchasing the cd soon!

    Posted by Civilla Morgan | July 2, 2009, 8:53 pm
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  3. I love the music, the story and the closing quote about the musicians and Africa in general. Thanks for bringing this story to the world. I can’t wait to share this story and the music with my loved ones.

    Posted by Judy McGloughlin | July 3, 2009, 9:47 am
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