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RJ The DJ

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RJ The DJ
Born
Romeo George

(1987-08-16) 16 August 1987 (age 37)
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Other namesRJ The DJ
Romy Jon(e)s
Occupation(s)DJ
record producer
actor
Years active2010–Present
RelativesDiamond Platnumz (cousin)
Websiteromyjones.com

Romeo George (born August 16, 1987) alias RJ The DJ[1] and Romy Jon(e)s[2] is a Tanzanian DJ, record producer and television actor.[3]

Career

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Jons worked as music video model, appearing on music videos before starting his debut career as a disc jockey in 2010. As a music video model, Jons appeared to Diamond Platnumz's debut song Mbagala in 2010. Even though he is said to be Diamond Platnumz cousin[4] and his closest male relative, he is not signed to WCB wasafi, a label owned by  Diamond Platnumz, he works as a freelancer DJ.  Expansion to his music career enabled him to perform to the whole of East Africa.[5][6]

In 2020, he teamed with the likes of Marioo, Sho Madjozi, Lava Lava, Khaligraph Jones, Vanessa Mdee and Morgan Heritage on his first ever studio album called 'Changes'.[7]

Apart from his solo works,  Jons works as an official DJ[8] of Diamond Platnumz also serves as the vice president[9] of WCB Wasafi music label.[10][11]

Filmography

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Year Film Role Notes
2021- Jua Kali[12] Bill Jr Airing on DStv's Maisha Majic Bongo

Discography

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Album

Singles

Extended Playlist (EP)

Singles

  • Superstar ft Ntosh Gazi & Mabantu
  • Blind love ft Dash
  • I love you ft Lilly
  • Mama ft Isha Mashauzi & Ucho
  • The Weekend ft Kidylax

References

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  1. ^ "Romy Jons, Diamond's DJ Apologizes to Mulamwah for Using His Photo with Ex Carroll Sonnie". 2022-01-26. Retrieved 2023-01-08.
  2. ^ Maganga, Charles (2022-04-26). "Diamond Platnumz's Official DJ 'Rommy Jones' Announces New EP | SEE DETAILS". Latest East African & Bongo Flava Music, Songs & Video - Notjustok. Retrieved 2023-01-01.
  3. ^ "Diamond's brother DJ Romy Jones trolled for sex enhancement side hustle". Nairobi News. 2022-08-30. Retrieved 2023-01-01.
  4. ^ "Diamond's brother, Romy Jones Weds | Ugandan Buzz". Retrieved 2023-01-02.
  5. ^ Milimo, Dennis (2019-07-31). "Diamond's brother Romy Jons and wife expecting their first child (Video)". Pulselive Kenya. Retrieved 2023-01-08.
  6. ^ Maganga, Charles (2022-04-26). "Diamond Platnumz's Official DJ 'Rommy Jones' Announces New EP | SEE DETAILS". Latest East African & Bongo Flava Music, Songs & Video - Notjustok. Retrieved 2023-01-08.
  7. ^ "Tanzania: RJ the DJ to release debut album on 16 August". Music In Africa. 2020-08-14. Retrieved 2023-01-02.
  8. ^ sqoopadmin. "Rommy Jones, Platnumz's official DJ set to perform in Kampala – Sqoop – Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos". Retrieved 2023-01-02.
  9. ^ Kiprotich, Emmanuel (2019-05-11). "Diamond Platinumz's brother drops spanking new hit". Daily Active. Retrieved 2023-01-02.
  10. ^ Ray, Lee (2021-02-02). "Diamond Platnumz' Brother, Romy Jones Stings Hamisa Mobetto - Routine Blast : Gossip, Showbiz, Breaking News in Uganda". Routine Blast : Gossip, Showbiz, Breaking News in Uganda. Retrieved 2023-01-08.
  11. ^ "Diamond Platnumz's DJ Romy Jons to make appearance at Baraka FM | Mombasa County News | Baraka FM 95.5 FM". barakafm.org. Retrieved 2023-01-08.
  12. ^ Reporter, Tambua Africa (2022-10-21). "Jua Kali : Maisha Magic East Bongo Series- Cast actors". TAMBUA AFRICA NEWS. Retrieved 2023-01-01.
  13. ^ "Diamond Claims Romy Jons' 'Changes' Album is Better Than Burna Boy's 'Twice as Tall' Latest music news online". mdundo.com. Retrieved 2023-01-02.
  14. ^ Ltd, Mwananchi Communications. "Romy Jons Asilimia 99 Ep yake". mwananchiscoop.co.tz. Retrieved 2023-01-08.
  15. ^ Maganga, Charles (2022-04-26). "Diamond Platnumz's Official DJ 'Rommy Jones' Announces New EP | SEE DETAILS". Latest East African & Bongo Flava Music, Songs & Video - Notjustok. Retrieved 2023-01-02.
  16. ^ Maganga, Charles (2022-04-29). "Finally Diamond Platnumz Official DJ, RJ The Dj Unveils Tracklist for 'The Weekend' EP | SEE DETAILS". Latest East African & Bongo Flava Music, Songs & Video - Notjustok. Retrieved 2023-01-02.