Gaston Jean-Baptiste better known as Bonga. Accompanist, session player, educator considered as a musical virtuoso. Core member of the seminal roots bands Boukman Eksperyans and Foula. Featured performer with Peter Yarrow, Grace Jones, Dan Zanes and Urban Tap. Opened the NY Premiere of the Rolling Stones “Voodoo Lounge” Tour. Featured on recordings by Wyclef Jean and Salif Keita. Albums released: Kanzo 2000, Ayiti Afrika 2006.
