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Which African music genre, originating in Congo, is characterized by complex polyrhythms and often features vocal call-and-response patterns?
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Highlife
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- Highlife
- Soukous
- Afrobeat
- Jùjú
Explanation & Context
Soukous, also known as Congolese rumba, is a vibrant dance music characterized by interlocking guitar lines and energetic rhythms.
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