**Fatshimetrie: A Retrospective on the Musical Legacy of Doctor Nico**
For 39 years, the world of music has remembered a guitar virtuoso, an exceptional artistic innovator: Nicolas Kasanda wa Mikalay, better known as “Doctor Nico”. His musical career marked a turning point in the history of modern Congolese music, propelling him to the top as the undisputed master of the solo guitar.
Nico Kasanda, affectionately nicknamed “Nico Mobali”, was able to impose his unique and innovative style, skillfully mixing technique, melody and rhythm. His influence on the Congolese and African music scene remains undeniable, inspiring generations of musicians and music lovers throughout time.
Through his compositions and performances, Doctor Nico captivated his audience, leaving behind a rich and timeless musical legacy. His zither style, his breathtaking virtuosity and his sense of innovation have made him a true legend of African music.
Over the years, Doctor Nico’s work continues to shine, carried by compilations and reissues that allow new generations to discover the magic of his music. Emblematic titles, masterpieces signed by his hand, continue to resonate in the hearts and minds of Congolese music lovers.
His collaboration with renowned artists such as Joseph Kabasele and the African-Jazz orchestra marked a decisive turning point in the history of Congolese music, propelling the electric guitar to the forefront of the musical scene. His audacity, innovation and technical mastery have made him an inimitable guitarist, a precursor who revolutionized the musical landscape of his time.
As a journalist for Fatshimetrie, it is essential to recall the importance and influence of Doctor Nico in the history of Congolese music. His music, timeless and captivating, continues to inspire and fascinate, reminding us of the greatness and genius of this guitar master who marked the history of African music.