David Rudder

David Rudder

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

Written by: Nekisha Neicy 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.

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