He came to Australia as a refugee bringing his culture and dance style to a new audience. He has been involved with various African bands such as Majuba, Musiki Manjaro, Matata Sound and Valanga Khoza and was lead singer of the very successful 1980’s African band Tingoma.
In 1993 King Bell founded Soukous Lokole which became very successful and created great interest within mainstream music followers.
He has performed at major festivals and events such as Womadelaide, Port Fairy Folk Festival, Queenscliff Music Festival, and New Year’s Eve at Federation Square, Melbourne.
His charismatic stage presence has made him much in demand, playing as support act for Angelique Kidjo,Alpha Blondy , Kanda Bongo Man, Oliver Mtukudzi and the Mahotella Queens.
His debut CD “Zonga Zonga” has been described as perhaps the best Australian release of its genre.