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Archived: Ronnie Homer Enjoys Rolly Polly Video Success- Artistes Start Looking Him Up!
Wondering who created the much enjoyed video for Mr. Killa’s ‘Rolly Polly’ carnival anthem? Well, with over one million views since being posted to YouTube by RiddimCracker Tunes on November 2nd, the world has been viewing the work of Ronnie Homer- a Trinidadian video director and artiste who is currently in Trinidad where he’s said to be working on other videos for local entertainers. Nadia Batson is said to have employed Homer’s skills and up to yesterday, ETCETERABUZZ was reliably informed that Batson had been on set with Homer, shooting scenes for her ‘Rated R’ video. Her sister and fellow band mate, Jo Jo, whose single, ‘Shake Dat’ has been getting a lot of attention, has also approached Homer for his video expertise for her song’s visual accompaniment.
Mr. Killa’s Rolly Polly video has exceeded 1 million views on YouTube. The video was directed by La Horquetta, Trinidad native, Ronnie Homer.
Ronnie Homer’s name has been in the mix since September when his soca single, ‘Jam’ began receiving the love of radio DJ’s in Trinidad. Many were unaware that he was also the man behind the video for Mr. Killa’s smash hit, Rolly Polly, but indeed his Ahtik Studios production house, was. That video managed to breathe new life into the song which was released months ago, for Grenada’s carnival. Mr. Killa meanwhile has been enjoying the success of the single. His name has made it to major carnival fete casts and he’s even been featured on worldstarhiphop.com after a video of him at Trinidad’s Fuzion nightclub went viral.
For Ronnie Homer, the fun has only just begun and with artistes like Nadia Batson, Mr. Killa, Lyrikal and Yankee Boy endorsing his skills behind the video camera, we may very well be hearing his name a lot more in the months and years ahead.
Ronnie will be in Trinidad for the entire Carnival season and will be performing at an event dubbed, Stranded By The Pool on Carnival Thursday.
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Jamaican Reggae Artiste, Jah Mason Loses His Son to Gun Violence in Jamaica.
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.
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.
Caribbean Buzz
Rising Superstar, Coutain Heads to Tobago for Easter Weekend, Rhthym and Soul Festival.
Like a breath of fresh air, one of Trinidad and Tobago’s very own rising stars has been added to the Easter cast of a major festival happening on the island. Coutain, a reserved Sangre Grande entertainer who’s been making waves, though humbly, is the one of the latest names plugged to entertain visitors to Tobago, and locals alike, at the Buccoo Seafood and Jazz event.
Coutain’s rise to prominence say him take Carnival 2025 by storm, performing at several major events and showcasing a unique essence that’s likable and palatable to all demographics. Songs like ‘Junction,’ ‘Artform’ ‘Jamtown’ with Tano, and ‘Carnival Darling’ with GBM Nutron, form part of the artiste’s enticing catalogue. An organic and true undercurrent that’s proven effective in marketing the artiste, now sees him stand alongside the likes of International superstars, Brian McKnight and Jon Secada in Tobago on April 19th.
The Tobago Rhythm and Soul Festival aims to deliver a showcase of rich, cultural engagement this Easter and despite an election shadow, all efforts have remained strong in promoting the importance of showcasing Tobago’s tourism product, to the world.
Last week, the announcement of Buju Banton’s sudden replacement as a result of illness within his camp, led to some concern, however with Stephen Marley now headlining the Easter Sunday, ‘Fusion’ concert event alongside the likes of Gramps Morgan, Wayne Wonder, Singing Melody, Kes The Band and others, the show, according to organizers, is gearing up to be a highlight of the calendar year in Tobago.
Coutain, along with former Road March King, Mical Teja and St. Lucia’s Teddyson John, will be among the star studded line-up this Easter weekend in a festival that’s being touted as transformative and energizing on Trinidad’s sister isle.
