Elikya DJ Set

For two decades, Elikya—which means Hope in Lingala—has been the heartbeat of Congolese music in Ireland. More than a band, they’re a movement— an unstoppable 9-piece force blending deep bass grooves, intricate guitar melodies, and relentless percussion, all wrapped in the soaring, melodic beauty of Lingala, Congo’s unofficial national language. At its core, rumba—the foundation of stories, rhythms, and spirit of an entire culture.

Passed down through generations, it evolved into a global powerhouse of sound, and Elikya continues that tradition, fusing it with modern energy, electrifying precision, and a bass-driven pulse that demands movement.

This is music that commands attention. Every note is intentional. Every rhythm, a call to move. Rumba, Ndombolo, and the unmistakable pulse of Congolese tradition collide in a high-energy spectacle of precision, performance, and pure power.

But Elikya doesn’t stop at sound. They bring the full experience—big-band orchestrations, full-band choreography, and a sharp, highly stylized wardrobe that transforms the stage into a visual feast. They channel 70 years of Congolese musical evolution, carrying the legacy forward with their own hypnotic, bass-heavy magic.

For 20 years, Elikya has been more than just ambassadors of Congolese music in Ireland—they’ve been its flag bearers, lighting up festivals, clubs, and concert halls, leaving crowds in an unstoppable frenzy. In this very special vinyl set by Kalombo Kings (Lead vocals / Keys) & Seanmont (Guitar), Elikya bring the audience through a classic run of rumba from its heyday. Expect to the Odemba and Afrisa styles of T.P OK JAZZ, Tabu Ley, Mbilia Bel, and other luminaries throughout the history of Rumba.