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Diyani Bill Munyenge (born 27 December 1991), known professionally as PhillBill, is a Cameroonian singer, songwriter, music producer and sound engineer.[1] He first became known as a music producer under the name PhillBill Beatz and later as a member of the Cameroonian music group Ridimz.[1]. PhillBill is associated with the development of the Bikossa musical style, which has been discussed in Cameroonian media in relation to his solo career.[2][3] His work has received recognition through awards and nominations including the TRACE Awards, AFRIMMA, Canal d'Or Awards and Balafon Music Awards.[4][5]

PhillBill
Cameroonian singer and producer PhillBill
Cameroonian singer and producer PhillBill
Background information
Born
Diyani Bill Munyenge

(1991-12-27) 27 December 1991 (age 34)
Buea, Cameroon
OriginCameroon
GenresBikossa, Afropop, Afro-fusion
OccupationsSinger, songwriter, music producer, sound engineer
Years active2010–present

Early life and education

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Diyani Bill Munyenge (PhillBill) was born in Buea, Cameroon. He attended Bilingual Grammar School Buea and later studied Performing and Visual Arts at the University of Buea. According to Music In Africa, he travelled to Nigeria in 2008 to develop his music production skills before returning to Cameroon.[1]

Career

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Early production work

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After returning to Cameroon, PhillBill began producing music under the name PhillBill Beatz.[1] His production work has been associated with artists including Blanche Bailly, Ko-C, Mimie, Daphne and Locko.[1]

Ridimz

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PhillBill was a member of the Cameroonian music group Ridimz, formerly known as Rythmz.[1] The group released music including Honeymoon, Addiction and Shabasiko before its members later pursued separate careers.[1]

Solo career

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After Ridimz, PhillBill continued as a solo artist. His releases include La Clé, Même Si Tu Pars, Bikossa, Malova, Sélé, Condiment and TÈTÈRI.[1]. In June 2025, he released the EP The SoundMan.[6]

The SoundMan Tour

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PhillBill performing in Cameroon during The SoundMan Tour.

In 2025, PhillBill launched The SoundMan Tour, with performances in Cameroon and Germany.

Bikossa

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PhillBill has been linked by Cameroonian media to Bikossa, a musical style connected to Cameroonian rhythms and contemporary African music.[2][7]

Production work

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PhillBill has production credits connected to artists including Blanche Bailly, Ko-C, Mimie, Daphne and Locko.[8]. He contributed to several tracks on Locko's album Era, including Yayé, Bloqué, Sawa Lady, Manuluv and Même même chose. The album later received Gold certification in France.[9][10]

Awards and nominations

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PhillBill performing at the TRACE Awards and Summit in 2025.
Year Award / Organisation Category Result
2019 Urban Jamz Awards[11] Best Group Won
2020 Green Light Awards Best Beatmaker Won
2020 Best Talent Cameroon Best Music Producer Won
2021 Best Talent Cameroon Best Music Producer Won
2021 Best Talent Cameroon Best Music Label Won
2021 CMEA Awards[12] Best Music Producer Won
2021 MUMA Awards[13] Best Music Producer Won
2021 Balafon Music Awards[14] Best Beatmaker Won
2021 CIMFEST Awards[15] CIMFEST Excellence Award for Music Production Won
2021 Cameroon Evolution Awards[16] Best Music Producer Won
2022 Cameroon Evolution Awards[16] Best Music Producer Won
2022 Urban Jamz Awards[17] Best Music Video Performance Won
2022 Urban Jamz Awards[17] Best Music Producer Won
2022 AFRIMMA Awards[18] Music Producer of the Year Nominated
2023 AFRIMMA Awards[19] Best Producer Nominated
2023 AFRIMMA Awards[19] Best Musical Artist Nominated
2023 Canal d'Or Awards[20] Best Artist or Band Inspired by Traditional Music Won
2023 Canal d'Or Awards[20] Best Male Afro-Urban Artist or Band Won
2023 PRIMUD Best Artist from Central Africa Nominated
2023 Balafon Music Awards Best Beatmaker Won
2023 Balafon Music Awards Best Dance Video Won
2023 Balafon Music Awards Best Costume and Decor Won
2024 Balafon Music Awards Best Beatmaker Won
2025 TRACE Awards[21] Best Artist Francophone Africa Nominated
2025 Cameroon Evolution Awards Best Performer Nominated

Philanthropy

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PhillBill founded Reach For The Stars Group, an organisation focused on supporting children and young people through educational, cultural and community programmes.[22]

Recognition

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PhillBill and his work have been covered by publications including Music In Africa, Cameroon Tribune, Fidèle Au Poste, Mdundo and Mimi Mefo Info[1][7][2][6][23]

Other activities

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In 2022, PhillBill was listed as a jury member for the World Bank Group's Youth Act on Education campaign.[24] He has also been listed among the jury members for Mützig Star.[25]

Discography

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Extended plays

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  • The SoundMan (2025)

Selected singles

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  • Shabasiko
  • La Clé
  • Bikossa
  • Malova
  • Même Si Tu Pars
  • Sélé
  • Condiment
  • TÈTÈRI

Collaborations

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  • Banga with Blanche Bailly
  • 237 Mood with Mimie
  • Malova featuring Krys M
  • Ça vient de chez nous with Darina Victry
  • Facture featuring Mic Monsta
  • Sawale featuring Roseline Layo
  • OWA featuring Jovi

Selected performances

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  • FEMUA, Ivory Coast
  • Mother Africa Festival
  • Nyangon Ma Fierté
  • Festival Le Challenge, Germany
  • CIMFEST
  • TRACE Awards and Summit
  • European Tour, 2023–2024
  • The SoundMan Tour, 2025

References

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  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 "Phillbill". Music In Africa. 13 February 2022. Retrieved 9 June 2026.
  2. 1 2 3 "Phillbill a créé le Bikossa". Fidèle Au Poste (in French). 10 January 2025. Retrieved 9 June 2026.
  3. ↑ "Phill Bill : Le père du Bikossa". Cameroon Tribune (in French). Retrieved 9 June 2026.
  4. ↑ "Best Artist Francophone Africa". TRACE Awards. Retrieved 9 June 2026.
  5. ↑ "African Muzik Magazine Awards 2022: all winners". Music In Africa. Retrieved 9 June 2026.
  6. 1 2 "Phillbill s'affirme avec The SoundMan : un EP à la croisée de la tradition et de l'innovation". Mdundo. 23 June 2025. Retrieved 9 June 2026.
  7. 1 2 "Phill Bill : Le père du Bikossa". Cameroon Tribune (in French). Retrieved 9 June 2026.
  8. ↑ "Phillbill". Music In Africa. 13 February 2022. Retrieved 9 June 2026.
  9. ↑ "Musique : Locko présente son Disque d'or au Minac". Cameroon Tribune (in French). Retrieved 9 June 2026.
  10. ↑ "Locko décroche le disque d'or pour Amina et l'album Era". Culturebene (in French). Retrieved 9 June 2026.
  11. ↑ Urban Jamz Awards
  12. ↑ CMEA Awards
  13. ↑ MUMA Awards
  14. ↑ Balafon Music Awards
  15. ↑ CIMFEST Awards
  16. 1 2 Cameroon Evolution Awards
  17. 1 2 Urban Jamz Awards
  18. ↑ AFRIMMA Awards
  19. 1 2 AFRIMMA Awards
  20. 1 2 Canal d'Or Awards
  21. ↑ TRACE Awards
  22. ↑ "Reach For The Stars Group". Reach For The Stars Group. Retrieved 10 June 2026.
  23. ↑ "Canal d'Or Act 14 Awards: Krys M, PhillBill, Emy Dany, Bassong shine bright". Mimi Mefo Info. Retrieved 10 June 2026.
  24. ↑ "Youth Act on EDU". World Bank. Retrieved 10 June 2026.
  25. ↑ "Mützig STAR 2022: La succession de Mr Sympa est ouverte". Culturebene (in French). 19 October 2022. Retrieved 10 June 2026.
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