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Rickson Makwe (Makwe Bazilepo), born on July 4, 1986, in the DRC, is a singer, songwriter, and keyboardist. Blind since the age of 10 due to a war injury, he has overcome life's challenges with passion and shares this zeal through his music. After moving to South Africa, he toured with bands, performed at festivals, and recorded before settling in Canada with the help of the UN. Inspired by reggae and rumba, Rickson aims to deliver a unique musical experience and prove that blind people can achieve their dreams.
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Rickson Makwe (Makwe Bazilepo), born on July 4, 1986, in the DRC, is a singer, songwriter, and keyboardist. Blind since the age of 10 due to a war injury, he has overcome life's challenges with passion and shares this zeal through his music. After moving to South Africa, he toured with bands, performed at festivals, and recorded before settling in Canada with the help of the UN. Inspired by reggae and rumba, Rickson aims to deliver a unique musical experience and prove that blind people can achieve their dreams.
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