The internet has been abuzz for the past few hours, this after news broke that rapper, Nicki Minaj landed in Trinidad on Sunday, ahead of Carnival Monday and Tuesday in the country. It was only on Friday that a remixed version of ‘Shake De Place,’ which features Machel Montano and Destra Garcia, heard Nikki’s vocals added, delivering to many in Trinidad and Tobago, something they’d wondered about for quite some time.
Minaj arrived well disguised and to very little fanfare, however upon news of her arrival and circulation of video tidbits of her walking toward a waiting vehicle, social media became intrigued. Whether the ‘Super Bass’ singer will be playing mas on the road on Carnival Monday and Tuesday is yet to be revealed. Back in 2020, Nicki did in fact participate in Carnival, standing atop a Tribe Carnival truck at the SocaDrome. She had been accompanied by her husband, Kenneth Petty then.
Machel Montano and Destra Garcia’s, ‘Shake De Place’ has been building momentum in the lead up to the Road March competition, which sees revelers parade across various judging points, to the ‘stage song’ most played by band DJs. So far, favorites for the road include, Bunji Garlin’s ‘Hard Fete’, Nailah Blackman and Skinny Fabulous’ ‘ Come Home’ and Patrice Roberts and Machel’s, ‘Like Yuhself.’
On Nicki Minaj’s Instagram platform, there is tremendous promotion of the new remix to the soca collaboration with Montano and Garcia. In her bio, the rapper has linked the YouTube page where the song and original visuals can be heard. It is left to be seen if visuals that will include Minaj, will be done while she visits T&T.
Though weary, family and friends, along with Damian ‘Ace’ Oliverie himself, will not give up on the prospects of a bright and happy future. Now diagnosed with Multiple myeloma – a cancer of the body’s plasma cells, a type of white blood cells charged with producing antibodies- the well-loved Trinidad and Tobago entertainer, husband and father, will require chemotherapy and constant treatment for the rest of his life.
Oliverie was rushed to hospital on the morning of March 2nd. Initially, a diagnosis had not been confirmed, however a surgical procedure to decompress his spine had been accomplished. His wife has explained that since the surgery, he has been receiving continued treatment and requires round the clock care. “In recent weeks Damian has been plagued by a number of infections and complications, but he is strong and we are faithful,” said Kizzy.
Unwavering in spirit, many in the entertainment industry have pledged their support to the artiste’s recovery. On June 14th, they will gather as one to raise funds for Damian’s medical expenses and his continued healthcare. Recovery The Concert will take place at WASA’s St. Joseph grounds with patrons being asked to contribute $200 to attend and experience the music of reggae, soca and dancehall artistes from both Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica. The event starts at 7pm and will go until 12am with all proceeds going towards Damian’s healthcare. “Although the initial surgery addressed the spinal issue, doctors have advised that there is still a great deal of treatment necessary,” said Mrs. Oliverie.
Tickets for the Recovery Concert are available online at islandetickets.com and the list of physical ticket outlet locations can be viewed @recovery_the_concert on Instagram. “We are extremely grateful for the outpouring of love, prayer and support received,” said Kizzy, adding that assistance offered in any way, is appreciated. “Tomorrow is not promised to any of us. This has ultimately shaken our family to the core, but we will get through it with God and the support of our village. We are grateful to you all,” she said.
A livestream on TikTok ended suddenly under tragic circumstances when the son of reggae artiste, Jah Mason was shot at point blank range. The victim, Jabari ‘Baba Skeng’ Johnson was reportedly approached and shot execution-style on Monday while live-streaming on TikTok near a shop along Red Hills Road in St. Andrew, Jamaica.
Jabari ‘Baba Skeng’ Johnson
The St. Andrew North Police have launched an investigation into the incident. According to the Jamaica Observer, the young man’s father, Jah Mason has since confirmed the death of his son but at the time, was still coming to terms with the devastating news and preferred not to speak in detail.
According to reports, Johnson was broadcasting live on TikTok when he was approached by a masked individual dressed in black. The assailant shot him in the back of the head at close range, then continued firing after Johnson fell. The gunman then fled the scene.
Johnson’s death marks the fourth killing of a Jamaican TikTok personality in recent months.
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