Kristy Diamond

Christelle Dionge, known professionally as Kristy Diamond, is a Congolese singer, songwriter, and producer. Born and raised in Kinshasa, Dionge began her music career in a local church choir, eventually leading her to join the acclaimed Gospel Paradis Music group. Raised in a Christian family, she was introduced to music through frequent church visits and singing in a choir.

On 11 June 2021, she featured on Blaise Bula's Congolese rumba-infused single "Shadie". In March 2022, Kristy guest-performed on the single "Leopards Fimbu International" in support of Les Léopards during the playoff phase for the 2022 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers. The song included guest features from Félix Wazekwa, Flaety W. Manuke, Lokua Kanza, Kadiyoyo, JB Mpiana, Barbara Kanam, Koffi Olomide, Cindy Le Cœur, Héritier Watanabe, Laetitia Lokua, Adolphe Dominguez, Werrason, Lemiran LEM, Ferré Gola, and Innoss'B. In March 2024, she released the Congolese rumba- and trap-influenced single "Pays des merveilles", which included a guest appearance by Ferré Gola. It was produced and mixed by Ingénieur Zorg and includes guitar arrangements by Mbetenge Domingo.

Discography

Album and singles Producer: Vincent Zorgue Arrangement: Vincent Zorgue and Deo Synthé2020"Corona Ezo Boma" Single, Released: 1 April 2020 Producer: Vincent Zorgue Arrangement: Vincent Zorgue and Deo Synthé2020"Sanduku" Single, Released: 20 October 2020 Producer: Vincent Forgue and Roger Matondo2024"Pays des merveilles" Single, Released 29 March 2024 Producer: Ingénieur Zorg Arrangement: Mbetenge Domingo

Awards and nominations YearEventPrizeRecipientResultRef.2020HAPAwardsBest Up and Coming Female Artist (Universal)Herself