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Calypso Icon, David Rudder Talks Longevity, Legacy & New Musical Tribute

Posted on by Nekisha Cyrus

Calypso’s music living legend, David Michael Rudder has created a legacy that has forever earned its place in the cultural and musical landscape of not only Trinidad and Tobago but the world. With over 300 songs recorded, his timeless catalog of music has given us classic hits such as ‘Calypso music’, ‘Bacchanal Lady’, ‘Hammer’, ‘Rally Round the West Indies’, ‘Ganges and the Nile’, ‘High Mas’, ‘Bahia Girl’, ‘Madman’s Rant’, ‘Engine Room’, ‘Haiti’ and so many, many more. He has performed in many countries throughout the world including Europe, North America, Japan, India, throughout the Caribbean and to this day still continues to tour and perform for his fans internationally.

During a very, very special episode of Caribbean Entertainment Hub’s new Instagram Weekly Live series ‘The E-Hub’, the Calypsonian icon discussed longevity in the music industry, his legacy and talked about writing his memoir, his passions outside of music, which includes painting and drawing, shared some of the valuable lessons he has learned throughout his life and even shared who he listens to these days which may even surprise fans to learn that Trinibad’s music has made the cut. Yes, this interview is definitely filled with gems and that many creatives and fans of David Rudder will surely appreciate, so click the video below and enjoy!

 

Moving onto new music, David Rudder’s latest release ‘Is Wot’ is a special musical tribute to the late great Rapso music pioneer well known to many as ‘Brother Resistance’ who passed away earlier this year. Labeled as a thank you note from one icon to another, ‘Is Wot’ was written by David Rudder and producer by Gideon Bishop. Take a listen below and enjoy!

So we’ll like to hear from you all in the comments below. Let us know what David Rudder song is your favorite and why? You can also stay connected with him on Instagram and be sure to stay tuned because he has new music on the way.

Don’t forget to join us Each & Every Friday at 5.30 pm EST/ and 6.30 pm AST on Instagram for more LIVE interviews on ‘The E-Hub’, hosted by Caribbean Entertainment Hub’s very own Neicy, as she ‘Chat and Chill’ with some of your favorites on the Caribbean Entertainment scene.

Hashtags: #DavidRudder #TrinidadandTobago #Calypso #Calypsoicon #Calypsomusic #IsWot #BrotherResistance #TheEHub #WeeklyLive #Instagramseries #CaribbeanEntertainmentHub #Neicyofficial

Rest in Peace, Brother Resistance

Posted on by Nekisha Cyrus

Condolences continue to overflow as today the calypso and soca community mourn the loss of Roy Lewis, who was well-known, loved and respected by many as Lutalo ”Brother Resistance” Masimba. Considered as one of the pioneers of the Rapso music movement, Brother Resistance was also the President of the Trinbago Unified Calypsonian’s Organisation (TUCO).

According to reports, he was ailing for some time now and passed away at the Westshore Medical Private Hospital on Tuesday night. He was 67 years old.

Brother Resistance was born in 1954 and grew up in East Dry River, Port of Spain. He attended the Queen’s Royal College and was later inducted into the school’s ‘Hall of Honour’ in 2017. He also earned a Bachelor’s degree with Honors in Economics and History at the University of the West Indies. In the 1970’s he co-founded and became the lead singer of the Network Riddim Band. The band sang and popularised rapso music, originated by the late Lancelot Layne. Some of their well-known songs include ‘Mother Earth’, ‘Ring the Bell’ and Cyah Take Dat’.

The outpouring of memories, love and heartfelt condolences continues to overflow across social media throughout the calypso and soca industry:

Destra Garcia: RIP 🕊 Lutalo Masimba aka Brother Resistance 😢

As I heard this news on waking up this morning, a rush of childhood memories came flooding back to my heart.
You see this man, this cultural Ambassador is the father of my very good friend and classmate in secondary school. She was one of my original backup singers for years when I participated in the various junior calypso competitions. Brother Resistance would sometimes accompany us and put his famous ‘Rapso Necklace’ around my neck for good luck or just to calm my nerves.

However, I had met him the year before while I was still at Primary school…..I remember my first Interschool calypso competition where Brother Resistance and Karega Mandela were the judges, this was my first ever stage performance or competition, and immediately got addicted to the stage after I ended up winning.

Anyway, That competition influenced my career because that was the day I knew I wanted to be an artist. Thank you Brother Resistance for all that you’ve done for our culture, and for being an influencer in my career. Condolences to Niambi, Nalo and their entire family this morning, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Trinidad and Tobago have lost another Icon. Rest In Peace Uncle Roy. 😢

Bunji Garlin: While I celebrate life today I must pay respects to a life gone on this day as well. RIP Brother Resistance. Man stood firm at the forefront of a culture and a movement unapologetically and made way for more to trod. Glad to have experienced your music and magic as a kid and meet you as a fellow creative and the dialogues. Fly high king!!!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽😢 @brotherresistance️

Patrice Roberts: Trinidad and Tobago lost a cultural ambassador & pioneer today. RIP Lutalo “Brother Resistance” Massimba. Thank you for all your contributions. You will never be forgotten.
Sincerest condolences to his loved ones.

Machel Montano: Ring d 🔔 up dey🕊
Rest well Brother Resistance #RapsoKing 🙏

Voice: Resistance, I don’t know if our culture has ever been better personified. Your part in this nation’s story cannot be overstated. We are better because we had you as an example. You showed us that we should fight for what we believe in until the world has no choice but to succumb to the strength of our belief. Thank you for your brilliance, your poetry, your perseverance, your originality, your dedication, and your selflessness. May we reflect on your life as we gather around the eternal light you left behind. Rapso In Paradise. 🙏🏾 #BrotherResistance #Icon

And so much more.

We at Caribbean Entertainment Hub will like to say a heartfelt ‘Thank you’ to Brother Resistance for his priceless and pioneering contribution to our community, culture, and artform. His legacy, rhythmic poetry, and classic Rapso will continue to live on in our hearts and in the DNA of Trinidad and Tobago. We love you! As we send our condolences to her family, friends, and loved ones. Continue to Rap in Paradise, Rapso King 🙏🏾🕊

Hashtags: #BrotherResistance #LutaloMasimba #Rapso #Rapsomusic #Calypsomusic #Calypso #NetworkRiddimBand #TUCO #TrinidadandTobago

Calypsonian Devon Seale Begs Trinis ‘Doh Jackass De Scene’

Posted on by Nekisha Cyrus

In the popular words of Trinbagonian former Calypso Monarch, Devon Seale and now made viral by the Honorable Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. Keith Rowley, the phrase ‘Doh Jackass De Scene’ has been trending on social media with comedic memes, remixes and so much more.

The calypso lyrics was endorsed by the Prime Minister during a press conference held on Saturday 15th May 2021, where he updated Trinidad and Tobago on the newly implemented curfew measures. The curfew was implemented in an effort to help curve the recent increase in the Covid-19 cases throughout the country. Since the PM calypso reference, persons raced online to search for the calypso only to realize that the song couldn’t be found.

Calypsonian Devon Seale even received a bit of public scrutiny due to its unavailability online. Seale sharing with Looptt, later explained that although he was inspired to do the song when the phrase became popular on social media a few months ago it was only released on Saturday. The song was composed by Christophe Grant just the Wednesday before in an estimated two hours and recorded it on his iPad, then sent on Friday for the producer, Angelo Pantin.

“When we saw the Prime Minister would be doing a press conference on Saturday at 2 pm, I called the producer and say we have to get it out before that. I sent it to John Wayne and John Gill on i95.5 and they played it on the Barbershop programme at 12. That wasn’t even the mastered version, that is why it wasn’t on social media.”

Since then, an official lyric music video has been officially released (see featured video above) and Seale and his team are now working on getting the calypso release on streaming platforms this week.

We at Caribbean Entertainment Hub will like to encourage everyone to continue adhering to the Covid-19 protocols and to do everything in their power to stay safe. With that said here’s a little calypso message and a reminder to keep you alert.

‘DOH JACKASS DE SCENE’ (Chorus)

So please listen to me T&T,

Batten down … or face an SOE,

I believe dat stick break in yuh ear

Yuh only want to lime like you doh care,

Yuh need to be better now than you’ve ever been,

I begging yuh please … (doh jackass de scene);

I never see dotishness so yet,

Everywhere I turn is zesser fete,

And your excuse most naturally,

You believe dat God is ah Trini,

We will not be safe until we all get vaccine,

So please, please, please … (doh jackass de scene)!!!

Sources include: https://www.looptt.com, https://izzso.com

Hashtags: #DevonSeale #NewCalypso #Calypso #DohJackassDeScene #PrimeMinister #KeithRowley #TrinidadandTobago #PressConference #Coronavirus