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ESA . Stephane DAYAS

ESA’ the stage name for Stephan Dayas Nguea, is a Cameroonian musician, singer, and producer known for blending traditional African rhythms with modern soul and funk.
Early Life and Musical Origins
Family Background: Born into a musical family, his father was a guitarist during the German protectorate era in Cameroon. He developed his passion for music alongside his brother, George Dayas Wonjamouna, influenced by 1960s African sounds like Makossa, highlife, and Congolese music.
ESA Formation: The name “ESA” (pronounced “ESSA”) comes from the Sawa people of southwest Cameroon, meaning “evocative magic” or “spiritual contact”. Originally formed in 1986 in Douala as a duo with Martin Socko Moukoko, the project eventually became Stephan Dayas’s solo venture. Source: AI Google

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Moni BILE

Moni Bilé is a musician from Cameroon who became one of the leading figures of makossa music in the 1980s. Known for his energetic rhythms and distinctive bass lines, he helped bring this vibrant genre to a wider international audience. His work remains influential in African music, showcasing both traditional and modern sounds
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Prince EYANGO

Prince Eyango (real name Ndedi Eyango) is a famous Cameroonian singer, guitarist, songwriter, and producer, born on April 27, 1960, in Nkongsamba, Cameroon.

Why he’s important
He’s considered one of the most influential African musicians, especially for helping modernize Makossa (a popular Cameroonian music style).

Blended traditional Makossa + pop + dance rhythms
Made the genre more energetic and international
Founder of the band Les Montagnards
🎶 Biggest hit
“You Must Calculer” (1987)
This song made him a star and won:
Best Song of the Year
Best-selling album
Best Artist of the Year (Cameroon)

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