Richard Bona & Liceu Big Band

Richard Bona is a talented musician of Cameroonian origin who has won international recognition for his virtuosity as a bassist, singer and composer. He was born on 28 October 1967 in Minta, a small village in Cameroon. Bona has stood out in the music world for his ability to fuse different musical genres, including jazz, afrobeat, pop and traditional African music.

Bona began his musical career in Cameroon, where he learned to play guitar and bass. He then moved to Europe, where he studied music in France. In the 1990s he moved to New York, where he quickly became a highly sought-after session musician, working with renowned artists such as Joe Zawinul, Mike Stern, Bobby McFerrin and Paul Simon.

His musical style is known for combining the richness of African musical traditions with the complexity of jazz and the influence of contemporary popular music. Bona is known for his virtuosity on electric bass and his distinctive voice, which allows him to sing in several African and European languages.

Alongside his work as a session musician and soloist, Richard Bona has also released several solo albums, such as «Scenes from My Life» and «Tiki», which have been critically acclaimed. His music often addresses social and political themes, and his talent as a lyricist stands out in his compositions.

Richard Bona is an exceptional musician who has left a lasting mark on the global music scene through his ability to fuse different styles and cultures, and through his commitment to artistic expression and social awareness through music. His influence on African music and on the world of jazz is undeniable, and his legacy will endure in the history of music.