Ange da CostaAlready at the age of 4, he used to be surrounded by people.
Everywhere he went they wanted him to sing or dance. I was scared that people might do something bad to him, but now I know why’ recalls Ange’s Mother looking at her dearest son.
‘Every body called me crazy’ Ange proudly adds ‘Sometimes my Mum was wondering whether she should send me to a mental institution ‘cause of my over-singing habit’. Recalling that time, nearly 12 years ago, when he understood that music was his life.
Ange grew up in Germany where his family emigrated from Angola over a decade ago, bringing with them their entire culture as unique physical link of their country.
Although been in Europe and influenced by Hip-Hop, R&B and Rock, he was deeply connected with his African roots: the original Congolese music which has matured his passion threw artists such as PAPA WEMBA, the poetic songs of SIMARO LUTUMBA, ROCHERAU TABU LEY, also ALPHA BLONDY, GEORGE BENSON, PETER TOSH, TRACY CHAPMAN, THE ROOTS and BOB MARLEY - who have influenced his song-writing skills and the way to express his feelings in the form of melody.
Writing inspirational songs in English, in German , Lingala (Congolese language) and French his sweet and mellow voice can deeply drive us through his own world seasoned by various human feelings.Be ready to be amazed!!!!
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latest photos from Ange Da Costa. Shooted in May 2007 byphotographer Jan Gessler
in Berlin Kreuzberg and the lookzoom studios. Click on the photo you wantto comment.
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