Francis Mbappe can lay it down! As quoted by Bass Player Magazine after his new release "Peace is Freedom." Francis Mbappe, former directer of Manu Dibango's band, provides a unique and mesmerizing blend of afro-cuban, afro-jazz, funk and afro-beat. Francis Mbappe and FM Tribe never fail to impress with their complicted rhythms and catchy melodies. Francis plays bass, guitar and sings, while power trio members Will Calhoun on drums and Richard Padron add layers of afro-cuban, funk and blazing afro-jazz. Francis Mbappe has appeared and collaborated with greats such as Herbie Hancock, Peter Gabriel and Youssou N'Dour.
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