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OLDIES SUNDAY: Taiye Ft. Red Rat & Dahzee – Nani Naki Nana (2006)

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May is recognized as “Child Month“. During this time on “Oldies Sunday“, we highlight some of our former Child stars. Many of our favourites started out in their much younger day, and either found success then, or it helped to develop their careers later in life. Today, we go back into time to check out Taiye, and her track, “Nani Naki Nana (or Naki Na Na)” .

Produced by Jah Snowcone on the “Applause/Mo’Applause Riddim” and released through Jah Snowcone Records/Rat-A-Kastle Records in 2006, it was all about learning with Taiye, her friend Dahzee, and her Father, Dancehall Artist Red Rat in, “Nani Naki Nana”. From encouraging kids to go to school, to promoting learning, to having manners and respect, it was all about being the best you can be in this fun collaboration. The song was carried by the catchy chant of “Nani Naki Nana”, and it resulted in the song becoming popular among the youth, it enjoyed radio airplay in Jamaica and parts of the world, and was welcomed in various schools. Red Rat took the opportunity to make a kid-friendly song as his daughter (whose Mother is Recording Artist Italee) showed interest in being a part of the Entertainment Industry. “Nani Naki Nana” was featured on the compilation project, “Mo’Applause” in 2007. The song was also sampled by International Recording Artist Christina Aguilera for her 2010 single “Monday Morning“, but was not credited.

Since the release of “Nani Naki Nana”, Red Rat continued his career which saw more music releases, and even more International bookings. Taiye went on to start a music career in her adult years, and released the single, “Leaving” under the stage name Taiye Takina in 2025. Not much is known of Dahzee at this time. “Nani Naki Nana” still connects with the kids who were introduced to the song back then. One has shared she nicknamed her sister after the song, others shared that they still play it to this day. It has also gained some popularity on Social Media recently.

THANK YOU TAIYE, RED RAT, AND DAHZEE FOR THIS HIT!

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T’Jean Holds The Order In “Pretender”

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There is a fire that is burning, and Reggae Artist T’Jean is one of the keepers of the fire to ensure it won’t die. Strong in his beliefs, he maintains an order that doesn’t find him having certain affiliations, and won’t put him in circles that is detrimental to his way of life. He is not afraid to speak his mind, and whether on a livestream, live event, or an in person conversation, he shares his disapproval for a number of things, and persons. He keeps it blazing against the “Pretender“.

Produced Tesla Rein/Izreal Records, T’Jean maintains the 1-2 Order, and arms himself against corruption in, “Pretender”. His observations have fueled his work here, and he’s calling out those who are not living right, and are practicing corruption. The track is accompanied by a music video directed by RB Visuals, and T’Jean is as militant as ever with his family by his side. He is not here to be liked, he’s speaking out against what is not right. His movement is strong, and he is ready for whatever. Keep the fire blazing.

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Shewahdexta Brings Back “Dandy Shandy” For New Single

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It’s a holiday weekend, and it may have us eager to get into some fun activities. Some of us are feeling the party vibes, others might want to play a game or few. How about a combination of both? Recording Artist Shewahdexta wants us to party, and relive a few of our childhood pastimes with the release of, “Dandy Shandy“.

Produced by CJTheChemist on “Chem Gypsy Riddim“, Shewahdexta taps into memories from some of our favourite ring games with a twist in, “Dandy Shandy”. This one is for the dancers and the ladies as he brings a fun vibe throughout, and while the subject matter is far from our innocent days, we’re playing this at high volume for some good times. With a music video directed by Top Shootah and featuring appearances by Internet Personality Trendingutemanii, it’s a dancing good time along with the cast getting into a few ring games. The weekend is the time for relaxation and fun, so get into some “Dandy Shandy” vibes today, and push the stress away.

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Full Blown Taps Into A Shabba Ranks Classic For “No Stress”

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You’ve had a rough week, but you’ve made it to the weekend! With your time in the office is coming to a close, we advise you to get into the right mood for an activity-filled holiday weekend. We’re here to provide some music to jumpstart the vibes, and it comes in the form of Trini Duo Full Blown, with the video for their new single, “No Stress“.

Directed by Ablo Savant and Bad Gee, Full Blown gets into the party vibes in the video for, “No Stress”. The video showcases the Artists paying homage to the 90s era rocking Karl Kani threads, Clarks, and Ewing Sneakers, and bringing you in on the vibes that continues to captivate visitors of Jamaica. The Recording/Production duo sampled the classic “Ting A Ling” single by Dancehall legend Shabba Ranks, and put together a song for the ladies who deserve the right energy, and for people who seek an escape from the hustle and bustle. This one is for the people in Kingston, for the people in Port Of Spain, for the people in New York City, and for the rest of the world. Full Blown is known for their work with Yung Bredda, Machel Montano, and Teddyson John to name a few, and they made their breakthrough as Artists with the single, “Respectfully Yours” in 2025. Time to kick away the stress, it’s time to party.

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Deep Jahi Shares The “Raw Truth” On New Single

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On the outside, Recording Artist Deep Jahi looks like an accomplished Artist, but on the inside he has dealt with a lot in his career. While he has enjoyed some high moments, he has dealt with false starts, bad deals, and conflicts with former peers, and those he believed had the best interest in him. What won’t be taken away is his talent, and he continues to showcase that in his over a decade career. Sometimes he deals with issues internally, but today, he delivers the “Raw Truth“.

Produced by Kholtan Entertainment and Tepa Music, Deep Jahi puts his thoughts and feelings into a song, and shares with the world in, “Raw Truth”. The Artist reflects on his beginnings as an Artist, some of the trials he has faced during his start, and despite winning Magnum Kings and Queens Of Dancehall, having a fanbase and a number of popular singles to his name, he’s still not at the level he’s supposed to be. He shares a failed alliance with Serani, conflicts with TJ Records, Vybz Kartel, and Bugle, and he speaks from a place where he was hopeful for some great opportunities with them, and understandably he shares his displeasure. He is not without making the wrong choices as well, and he thinks on what would’ve happened had he not pursued music, and heeded to his Mother’s wishes. Many Artists have gone by the wayside due to a number of reasons, and if you hear it from the streets, Deep Jahi is an underrated Artist, and he doesn’t go out of his way to cause problems. He can only be honest, he will be met with opposition, but it’s his life. Let the truth be set free.

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.@KesTheBand, @JadaKingdom, @PopcaanMusic & More Featured In “What’s On 13th Street?”

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Since March 2025, we premiered a new weekly Playlist called, “What’s On 13th Street?“. Since then, we have featured over 700 new songs from Artists in and outside the Caribbean. Some are your faves, others are legends in the game, and some newcomers. Please show your support for the Playlist by liking/following it on Spotify, share with your friends regularly, and enjoy!

This week for “What’s On 13th Street?“, we featured Trini Artist Kes’ “Masterpiece”, Govana and Jada Kingdom’s “Mi Seh (Remix)”, Canadian Rapper Drake and Popcaan’s “Amazing Shape”, Goody Plum’s “Kuff”, Merkz’s “11AM In Ochi”, and more.

The “What’s On 13th Street?” Playlist is now available for streaming on Spotify.

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.@KxngIzem Teams Up With The Autos For “Clean Energy”

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Recording Artist Kxng Izem is building his way up for a big moment in his music career. He recently celebrated the 5th anniversary for his well-celebrated EP, “Wildfire“, and he has been making appearances for live performances over the past few months. He is never not working on new music, and with a few releases so far, he continues to people in tune, and show that his Pen is still working. Earlier, he released the new single, “Clean Energy“.

Done in collaboration with Production collective The Autos and Paris La Mont, Kxng Izem makes it look easy on, “Clean Energy”. The song finds him encouraging listeners to live a life that’s free from corruption, free from problems, and maintain an energy that’s nothing but positive. In these times where people are easily lead astray, one must focus on securing their peace, look at the mistakes made by those before them, and not continue the cycle. Over some classic sounding Reggae production, this is what the Reggae lover needs to add to their collection. Can we say there’s a new project on the way? Let’s see. You see the pree? Keep it clean.

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.@DiRealShaggy Aims For The Jackpot With “Lottery” Album

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Shaggy is not just a legendary Jamaican Artist, he’s a Pop Culture Icon. Since breaking out in the 1990s, he has scored #1 hits, made Platinum albums, won GRAMMYs among many awards, and has crossed over into various aspects of Pop Culture. In the 2020s, he has maintained his presence through music releases, and various appearances in the media. This year, he continues to bank on his career, and like his album “Lottery“, he wants to win big.

Featuring 13 tracks, Shaggy steps out with new bangers in the form of the new album, “Lottery”. We hear a Man who has matured, and his sound has grown with him as well. He entertains, he pays homage to the greats before him, he shows love to the newer generation, and he secures International collaborations with ease. Production on “Lottery” includes the likes of John John, Shane Hoosong, Karl Daniel, Nyann Lodge, FaxxOnly, and more. The album isn’t without its features, and 450, Beres Hammond, Aidonia, Jeremih, Vanessa Amorosi, Mutabaruka, Akon, Dexta Daps, Noah Powa, Olaf Blackwood, Anthony Hamilton, Robin Thicke, and longtime collaborators Rayvon and Sting join in on the fun.

Shaggy’s music is like the extra seasoning in the pot, it will have the people wanting more. Shaggy has already solidified himself as a legend, but it doesn’t hurt to have more hits in the catalogue. May “Lottery” be your golden chance for some good times this summer.

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Yaksta Brings Out The Rasta Army For “The Return”

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Recording Artist Yaksta caused a blaze with the release of, “Roar“, but a few weeks ago, he caused a firestorm with the release of, “The Return“. Since the track’s release, it has caused some controversy, and ruffled some feathers. Even when the opposition came with flames, Yaksta sidestepped them, and continued his mission. He keeps his message going with the official music video.

Directed by Lumi Pulkkinen and Zinzan Ziff, Yaksta calls for his Rasta Army in the video for the Track Starr-produced, “The Return”. The message still reigns and is strong in the visual, and the friends who join in the visual show solidarity in these trying times. Yaksta is preparing to share his new album, “The Microphone Saved Me” to the world, and even when they aim to put him down, he keeps his head up, and his focus intact. Fee Fi Foe, the Country Man is here.

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Witty Rocks On With “Five Minutes”

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Witty and Rock Music make for a good combo. Channeling his aggressive flow and rugged lyrics into Rock production has been paying off for him, with listeners showing their approval and support online. From hijacking beats by the likes of The Neighbourhood and Katy Perry, to bringing the Rockstar persona to our screens and in person, there have been less “Jah know Witty” comments, and questions about his star potential lately. With talks of an official project in the works, he keeps the content going with the release of, “Five Minutes“.

Produced by Budhai/ 3rd World Production, Witty gives us another look into his rockstar lifestyle on, “Five Minutes”. The subject matter doesn’t stray from the Women, money, and badness, but the energy he brings on the track continues to captivate his audience. With an accompanying music video directed by Bussweh Visuals, Witty takes it to the hills for his performance. He has found his niche, and we look forward to him taking it to another level here. Gone will be the days where they doubted his talent, and while Rock Dancehall isn’t a new thing, he looks to make it a serious thing in the 2020s. Can’t wait to hear the new album.

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.@RasI_Musique Shares A “Heart Of Love” On New Album

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When you hear the name “Ras-I“, you’re in for some authentic Reggae music. For over a decade (and even more years of development), Ras-I has been crafting music that connects with the listener, triggers a variety of emotions, and makes one an instant fan. From love songs, to conscious music, he has built a solid catalogue, and if you haven’t been familiar, you will need to change that immediately. His mission is to make timeless music, and his journey continues with the release of his 3rd album, “Heart Of Love“.

Featuring 13 tracks, Ras-I commands the scene, and holds his audience with good music via the “Heart Of Love” album. He always had a penchant for love songs, and his fanbase will continue to enjoy the new selections he has crafted here. Music for the heart aside, he has shared music that taps into the people who need a boost to make it through the day, and for those who seek to keep in tune with their spirituality, he has something for them too. The rollout for “Heart Of Love” found the Reggae Artist collaborating with a number of Artists, taking on various stages, and connecting with his fanbase through Social Media content. Following the album’s release, he will be taking on the road through a series of Press runs, live performances, and specialized content.

Released through Ineffable Records, “Heart Of Love” features production from Keneil Drumz (who handles the Lion’s share of work), JLL, and Alpha, while Kabaka Pyramid, Govana, Khalia, and Nesta share the audio stage with Ras-I on a few tracks. If you need a musical pick-me-up this week, get your headphones and speakers ready for Ras-I, and embrace the music with a “Heart Of Love”.

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For The Ladies, Skippa Drops New Project, “#Skippaholic”

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The ladies love Skippa, and he definitely loves them. Some may hear his content about the fast life and the “badness”, but he always has something for the ladies to dance to. He is the heartthrob for many Women, and recently he took the time out to dedicate something special to them. He stepped out earlier with the release of, “#Skippaholic“.

Featuring 7 tracks, Skippa gives back to his Female fanbase with the release of his new EP, “#Skippaholic”. The Deejay put together a project that is bound to feed into their addictions, with tracks showcasing some of his slick lines, and the energy that his fanbase knows him for. Production on the new EP include the likes of Yo Christon, Rich Together, Chargie Records, Solitary Muzic, Now Or Never, Krush Flo Records, Notnice, DJ Mac/Crash Dummyy and more, while Pablo YG and Jah Vinci show up on two tracks. Skippa may have his hands full this Summer when he hits the road with this project. Once again, the ladies love Skippa.

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Jamaicans Cover Classic @TheBeatles Music In Our New Playlist

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On May 8 1970, the famed British group The Beatles released their final album, “Let It Be“. Beatlemania was a huge moment in music, and has influenced generations of Musicians and Artists. Consisting of Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison, The Beatles connected with many worldwide, including Jamaica. Competition was brewing on the Island as well, as there were Artists who believed they could take The Beatles’ place including The Zodiacs, who were once propelled to be a threat to the group in the media. Today, the music is still respected, and tributes from some of your favourite Artists have been performed and recorded. For our latest Playlist, we share the many times Jamaicans covered The Beatles.

In our new Playlist “Jamaica Sings The Beatles“, we feature the many Artists who recorded covers of some of The Beatles’ many classics. From Ernie Smith, to John Holt, to Pat Kelly, to Bob Marley, to Phyllis Dillon, to even Vybz Kartel, you’ll hear covers that you’ve either never heard before, or haven’t heard in a while. It has been 56 years since the group’s final album before splitting up, and their influence is still very strong. You’ll hear their music in different styles and vibes, from Reggae to Dancehall, from back in the day, to more recent times. Get your speakers ready for this one.

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Check Out Highlights From Winty Quinty Racing’s “Hilltop Badness” Event

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Sunday, May 3 was a day filled with smoke, burnt tyres, heat, and revving engines. It was the first staging of Winty Quinty Racing’s “Hilltop Badness” event! Organized by T’sana “Winty Quinty” Wint, who is possibly the only Jamaican Female Rally Sports Competitor, the event was held on the Old Melrose Hill in Manchester. The day featured a series of Hillclimb time attacks from some of the best competitive Drivers in Jamaica along with some Drifting, people showed up, and supported every step of the way.

We passed through Winty Quinty’s event, and captured a few moments from the high speed day. Manchester has hosted a number of Drag Racing and Drifting events over the years, but an event of this magnitude in “Hilltop Badness” was needed, and should open the door for event more to be held. Events like these provide an alternative for enthusiasts who don’t want to travel very far to enjoy some Motorsports, who seek a family-friendly event, and want to enjoy more unique events in the Parish. Gear up for the 2027 staging, and support Winty Quinty Racing.

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Elephant Man Brings The Energy To “Hill & Gully” With “Hold Him Gyal”

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Over the weekend, the legendary Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor premiered the first installment in his new “Hill & Gully Riddim” called, “Slip & Slide” by Masicka. The Riddim taps into Jamaica’s Folk Music and Mento culture, paying homage, while making something new at the same time. While we knew “Slip & Slide” was going to do some damage, we anticipated for Dancehall Icon Elephant Man, who hinted that he was working with Di Genius. Today, we get the premiere of, “Hold Him Gyal“.

Directed by King Simeon Di Great, Elephant Man takes it to the farmland in the video for, “Hold Him Gyal”. From Donkey riding, to overalls, to tending to the crops, we’re taken back to simpler times, but with that modern vibes, and the Women putting on their best moves, all powered by the “Energy God” and Di Genius. “Hold Him Gyal” shares inspiration from the popular Folk Song, “Hold Him Joe“, and it is fitting with the concept of the Riddim. We even got some duppy, Jonkunnu, and our traditional Plaid in the mix! The “Hill & Gully Riddim” is growing in presence, and with Valiant and Ayetian onboard, this compilation is gonna be another one for the books, and promote more of our rich culture. Ele is as busy as ever thanks to consistent bookings, and if you’re in Atlanta this May, you can catch him on the ReggaeFest Tour. Poco Man Skank to this one.

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Things Get Close & Personal In @McKadaMusic’s “Buil’ A Vibe” Visual

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The seasons may change, but love happens all day everyday. When Reggae Music is involved, the love flows abundantly. Recording Artist McKada continues to deliver music that sparks unity, keeps the listener in tune, and spreads love. Speaking of love, she premiered the video for, “Buil’ A Vibe“.

Directed by Maless Films and co-starring Actor/Recording Artist Everaldo Creary a.k.a. Evie Pukupoo from Nomaddz, McKada shows us how good it can be when two hearts join in love, and make beautiful moments happen in the video for “Buil’ A Vibe”. From picnic dates, to enjoying nature, to small gestures of affection, McKada and Evie get close and personal throughout, highlighting what genuine love is like when two parties make it happen. Released in 2025, “Buil’ A Vibe” has been connecting with the people, with McKada even taking the song to the live stage locally, and abroad. This is the one you hold your lover close and tune in to. Let love rule!

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Check Out The Many Songs That Sampled Grace Jones In Our New Playlist

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She’s a Queen, she’s a Diva, she’s an Artist in various forms, she’s an Icon, she’s a Legend, and she’s a Jamaican. Her name is Grace Jones, and we salute her today. Hailing from Spanish Town, Saint Catherine, Jones has made herself to be one of the most important figures in Pop Culture. From taking over catwalks, to making it ring out in the Disco, to captivating screens of all sizes, she created her lane, and never boxed herself in. As a part of our “Women’s History Month” feature, we share the times other Artists gained inspiration from her in the “Sampling Grace Jones” Playlist.

 For hours, you can tune in to the many times Grace Jones’ music was used in some of your favourite songs in the “Sampling Grace Jones” Playlist. From Hip Hop, to R&B, to Electronic Music, to Pop Music, Jones continues to connect with the people through new creations inspired by her. The legendary Jones continues to make her presence be felt today, and has a legacy that will inspire more generations. We salute Grace Jones, and we hope you enjoy our Playlist. We invite you to like, share, and follow us on Spotify for even more.

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We Pay Tribute To Jimmy Cliff With New “Sampling” Playlist

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On November 24 2025, the world mourned the loss of one of Reggae’s most legendary Ambassadors, Jimmy Cliff. One of the pioneering Artists of the genre, he took Reggae to places that have never heard of it, and solidified himself as one of Jamaica’s true Rockstars. He scored big in music, and in Film, and has influenced generations. Despite him not being here physically, his musical legacy, name, and family live on. We send our condolences to his family at this time. We pay tribute to the Icon with our latest Playlist, “Sampling Jimmy Cliff“.

While Jimmy Cliff’s catalogue has been off limits in the case of sampling, there were a few Artists who were allowed a chance to, who then managed to treat the music with respect, and paid tribute through their own creations. Featuring the likes of Rebel MC, Cutty Ranks, FatBoy Slim, Afroman, and Kris Kross Amsterdam, you can tune in to some of the sampled works, and the original hits from Dr. Cliff himself. If you aren’t familiar with our Playlist selections, check them out here. Thank you Jimmy Cliff for your work and life, and may you continue inspiring many for years to come. Sleep well, legend.

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Tune In To Our New “What’s On 13th Street?” Weekly Playlist

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Over here on 13th Street Promotions, we highlight a number of music releases from upcoming and established acts from the Caribbean, and parts of the world. Sometimes those posts go under the radar for some, especially on Social Media (thanks to the algorithms), and we want to give you more options to consume the music. Starting today in this month of March 2025, we launch the new “What’s On 13th Street?” Playlist!

For those who miss out on the regularly-scheduled posts, the “What’s On 13th Street?” weekly Playlist provides music lovers a chance to tune in to the latest releases in Dancehall, Reggae, Pop, Hip Hop, Afrobeats, and more that were previously featured in the past week. If you find a track that you like, you can always refer to the Blog for an Article curated for it, and you can stay tuned for the next addition. Who knows? You might find your new fave in this Playlist.

If you’re an Artist that was featured on the Playlist, we ask you to let your fans know in a post or few.

You can head on over to our Spotify Profile to follow us, like the new Playlist, and get familiar with our other selections. What’s on 13th Street? Check out below.

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We Pay Tribute To The Late Rhiya Luna In Our Latest Playlist

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This post is dedicated to a Mother, a sister, a very unique talent, and a friend. She was born Shaneika Martin, but the music scene first knew her as “Shie“, then later on, Rhiya Luna. We lost this dear individual on March 2 after a long battle with Illness, and it has really left a dark cloud over many who received the news. She was a longtime friend and supporter of this platform, and she was destined to do great things. It’s never easy when you lose a loved one, and one can only keep their memory alive through previous interactions, and their works and hobbies. Today, we pay tribute to Rhiya Luna with a tribute Playlist titled, “Long Live Rhiya Luna“.

For over an hour, listeners can tune in to some of the tracks that Rhiya Luna shared with the world over the years. From Dancehall singles, to R&B and Pop-inspired tracks, to songs with positive messages, she was on her way to doing even more, but life had other plans. She got to share the stage with some great talent, and when there were doubts, she was backed by many who truly believed in her and wanted to see her win. She leaves behind a family who will honour her name, and listeners like us will ensure that the people heard her. Long live Rhiya Luna, sleep well my friend ❤️.

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GyalKapone Stays Locked & Loaded On “Syko”

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Recording Artist/Creative GyalKapone returns with new music! Still new to the field, she’s still developing and working her way to becoming a name to know. She has been recording, and is ready to take on the world! She recently released her new single, “Syko“.

Produced by Jingo Hol On Deh, GyalKapone goes into “John Wick” mode her as she’s out for blood. Locked and loaded, she has a few rounds for those who dare to step in her way with an intention to bring harm. Backed by good production and a melodic delivery, GyalKapone makes her “Syko” lyrics hit hard, so wear a vest and brace for the impact. She first came on the scene with “Never“, then followed up with “Mission” and “Mission (Remix)“, and even launched the “Enz Off Podcast“. While it’s too early to ask for a project, we believe GyalKapone’s breakout moment is just around the corner. If you haven’t been familiar with her yet, today is the day that changes.

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Jamaican Software Developer Turns Classic Card Game “Strip Me” Into New App!

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Growing up in the Caribbean, playing outside was the order of the day. Before the advent of the Internet as we know it, ring games, sports, and many other activities would dominate a child’s life, and would be remembered fondly. With the increase of technology, many of our pastimes have been fading away from regular use, and online activities have taken over. While many would show their displeasure, Jamaican Software Developer Kenardo Smith takes utilizes the power of modern Tech to incorporate some of our favourite pastimes. On January 16, he launched his latest App called, “Two Of Cards”!

“Two Of Cards” is the latest Caribbean gaming App developed by Kenardo Smith through K.I.S.S. Games. The App follows up Smith’s “ABC Fast Or Slow”, which was released in January 2020, and was widely success as it gained thousands of downloads between the iOS and Android platforms, and received praises on Social Media, and on 13thStreetPromotions.com, and TheDigitalJamaica.com. “Two Of Cards” is the digital version of the “Strip Me” card game from Jamaica, or the “Suck The Well” card game from Barbados and Trinidad & Tobago, and requires two players alternatively playing various cards with one having the better card, and the other rewarding that player till either party’s hand is empty, deeming the rewarded the victor.

 “Two Of Cards” is a Freeminum App, which means it’s ad-supported, and offers in-app purchases that will enhance the user’s experience. The App is available on iOS, MacOS, and Android platforms, requiring users to have iOS 11.0 and up, MacOS 11.0 or later, or Android OS 5.0 or later installed on their respective devices. Kenardo Smith will be updating the game through a series of App updates in the future. 

“Two Of Cards” is now available in the Google Play Store, and the Mac and iOS App Stores. For more information on the game and more, visit KissGames658.com, and follow @TwoOfCards on Instagram. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

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