Philo Kola (Philippe Kolantalulu) was a renowned Congolese bassist, composer, and arranger, famous for his work with Orchestre Afrisa International, playing alongside Tabu Ley in the 1970s, known for hits like "Kaful Mayay" and featuring at FESTAC '77, before a prolific solo career with albums like Elle Fait Semblant, leaving a significant mark on Congolese Soukous music until his passing in 2012.