Paul Nemlin, born in 1944 in Côte d'Ivoire, is a distinguished Ivorian singer renowned for his versatile interpretations of American artists like James Brown, Luther Vandross, and George Benson. After studying at the Conservatoire Musical d'Abidjan, he led the SIETHO orchestra in Man during the 1970s and later became a key figure in the Radiodiffusion Télévision Ivoirienne (RTI) orchestra. Collaborating with luminaries such as Boncana Maïga and Manu Dibango, Nemlin released his debut album, "Nina," in 1979, followed by "Hello New York" in 1981. His mentorship has shaped the careers of notable artists including Diane Solo, Monique Séka, and Alpha Blondy. In France, he has worked with Adamo and Nicoletta, contributing to gospel choirs and performing with groups like Diamant Noir at venues such as the Petit Journal Montparnasse. Nemlin's enduring influence and dynamic performances have solidified his status as a pivotal figure in African and international music scenes. ([fr.wikipedia.org](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Nemlin?utm_source=openai))