AUMAE DELIVERS HENDERSON EELS TIMELY HELP TO GB UNITED FC.

Clifton Aumae center represented Henderson Eels in handing over.

The TSL latest new addition, Henderson Eels wasted no time in supporting a local club in Auki, GB United Football club with some football equipment. Henderson Club owner, Hudson Wakio decided to help the local Auki club as part of giving back to the community set up he has always desired.

Henderson Eels representative who took all the football equipment to the club is also a former GB United Football club player, Clifton Aumae. The Henderson Eels player now is also a Solomon Islands international footballer after a mesmerizing performance in the Solomon Cup earlier this year. The footballer represented his new club, Henderson Eels to deliver all the football equipment to his home club, GB United Football club over the weekend. Henderson Eels through Clifton Aumae and Andrew Rarangia supported both GB United FC and Rarasu FC through providing them with football equipment. 

GB United FC is a local club competing in the Auki Football league and currently leading the league with only one win away from securing the champion’s title. The club might be unknown to many Solomon Islanders but two of their players are household names now to the Solomon Islands. James Naka and Clifton Aumae are products of this local club and they are now the big names in Solomon Islands football. In an interview with Clifton Aumae, the humble footballer expressed his appreciation towards Henderson Eels support.

“Well for me, it is a dream come true. I had always wanted these supports but we do not have it back then. As a senior player in this local club, over a couple of years, the only support we have is from DFAT Australia through Live & learn Solomon Islands and RAMSI through their farewell sports grant. Henderson Eels support now is timely and all the boys really appreciated, there are no words to say how thankful we are.” said Mr. Aumae.

The timely support by Henderson Eels not only motivated Clifton Aumae but also his boys to be determined to achieve the same fate as James Naka and Clifton Aumae have both achieved. The history also showed that veteran players like Wilson Maelaua, Sam Ata, Eddie Kasute’e, Jacob Moli, Davidson Ngwaeramo and Aote’e just to name a few all hail from this area where GB United FC is located. Solomon Islands international, Mr. Aumae also share some of his future goals especially for the local club he calls home.

Some of the kids in the football academy.

“My goal is to start a school of excellence and already we have some donations from families in the Western Australia towards the school of excellence. It is exciting times and the help from Henderson Eels is just a stepping stone for the club and me personally.” Mr. Aumae expressed.

GB United FC will go into their final game and a decider for the Auki Football league title with heads high having the equipment presented to them at the right time. Henderson Eels management and club owner are very proud to be supporting such clubs and are also setting an example to other big clubs in Honiara regarding supporting local football clubs to achieve their goals.

BAKA SOLOMON IS GAINING MORE EXPERIENCE AND EXPOSING MORE PACIFIC MUSIC TO THE WORLD.

Baka Solomon and Paeva enjoying a beautiful day in Hawaii

One of Solomon Islands leading music producer, Baka Solomon is again making his mark in the international music scene as he went on tour with Big Pati to Hawaii alongside local music sensation, Paeva as part of the SIX9TOOPRODUCTION Crew. The two Solomon Islands musicians are representing SIX9TOOPRODUCTION which is owned by Daniel Kramer and Baka Solomon is currently working with them. One of the other members of the crew which Baka Solomon and Paeva are members of is Marshall Islands upcoming musician, Zeah. Baka Solomon and Paeva are making history as first Solomon Islands musicians to go along professional music artist on a tour. 

Baka Solomon who is currently a leading music producer in the Pacific has continued to expose Solomon Islands music and Pacific music to the world by involving in such tours and other musical events in the recent weeks. The talented musician was also part of the sound crew which helps set up for the many famous bands which played in the Marshall Islands a few weeks ago.

In an interview with Baka Solomon, the music genius expressed that going out on a tour like what he doing is not only benefiting him personally through experience but also helping to expose Pacific music to the world.

“The purpose of the tour is to simply to gain more experience and expose the Pacific music to the world. I believe for the last few years, we the Pacific musicians have definitely produced a lot of amazing music and it deserves to be out in the world.” Baka Solomon said.

The Solomon Islander is continuing his music career in the Marshall Islands and has continued to produce some local hits in the radio stations in Honiara, Solomon Islands and as well as hitting some amazing ranks in the Hawaii radio music charts. It is quite inspiring to see a young Solomon Islander determined to make the most out of his skills and help promote not only Solomon Islands music but Pacific music to the world. 

One of Baka Solomon's latest creation is the rearrangement he did on Cultural Crew ft Snoop Dogg song 'Soul Survivor'. This rearrangement was quite successful that everyone liked it and even Snoop Dogg himself liked it and gave a very positive compliment towards Baka Solomon. 

Baka Solomon on his way to one of the beautiful beaches in Hawaii. 

“It is really difficult for me as a music producer because of the music industry, especially in Solomon Islands, is nothing compared to Asia, Europe or America. However, one thing that continues to motivate me is myself believing in what I can do especially when it comes to producing music. This is what keeps me going and makes the life for me easier too.” Baka Solomon expressed.

The tour has caught a lot of attention from Hawaiian local music artists and according to Baka Solomon, there have been numerous visits to him from the musicians around Hawaii already. It is understood that Baka Solomon will do the final mix-down to the famous 'Soul Survivor' song once he finishes the tour with Big Pati. 

Baka Solomon then simply concluded the interview with some words of appreciation to the people who contributed to his career and in helping him get to where he is now.

"I firstly would like to sincerely thank God almighty for his never ending love and blessing for me. I also would like to thank Daniel Kramer and the SIX9TOOPRODUCTION team for getting me on board their mission to take Pacific music to another level. In my life, the two most important people, Martin Matai and Rose Matai are my foundation and I love you both mum and dad. I am thankful to everyone who has contributed one way or the other in helping me get here." Baka Solomon emotionally stated.

The music producer also continued his words of appreciation to DJ Liamz, Ray Matai, Sean Rii and Jah boy for their continues support and encouragement. He also mentioned big wave production, torn parachute and reggae haus for their believe that three of them, Baka Solomon, Paeva and Zeah would make Pacific proud as pacific music representatives.

The soft-spoken Solomon Islander is no doubt a good example for the upcoming youths of Solomon Islands to stay positive, discipline and focus on their goals.