Month: March 2018

Jamaica, Reggae, Studio One, Classic, Marcia Aitken, Beyonce, Jay Z, OTR 2, On The Run 2, OTR II, I'm Still In Love With You, Caribbean, Entertainment, Jigga, Bey, Beyhive, Roc Nation,

Marcia Aitken’s “I’m Still In Love” Featured In @Beyonce x Jay Z’s “OTR II” Ad!

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Jamaica’s music continues to leave an impression on many worldwide, and today’s no different. Hours ago, Power couple Beyonce and Jay Z announced their “On The Run 2” Tour. While fans all over get their things ready to see their Idols perform live, music heads heard a familiar classic playing throughout the 45 second ad. Straight out of 1977 comes Marcia Aitken’s cover of “I’m Still In Love (With You Boy)“! Produced by Joe Gibbs, it gave the young Aitkens (who was a student at the Excelsior High School at the time) her first #1 hit in Jamaica, with high chartings in the US and UK. The single was featured on her 1981 debut, “Reggae Impact“, and was a cover of the late Alton Ellis 1967 Sir Coxsone Dodd produced hit (his version focused on “girl” as hers the opposite gender). “I’m Still In Love” has been sampled by Sean Paul, Beres Hammond, Trinity, and Althea & Donna.

For those wanting to attend OTR II, visit Beyonce.com. For those who want to dabble in Music History, check out the tracks below.

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Jamaica, Dancehall, Reggae, Music, Blog, Sample, 13thStreetPromotions, 13thStreetPromo, Logic, Logic301, Bobby Tarantino, Bobby Tarantino 2, Reggie Stepper, Cu Oonuh, Wassup, Rap, Hip Hop, Big Sean, Caribbean, Entertainment, 6ix, Steely and Cleeive, Winston Riley, Lil Wayne, Drake, Believe Me, Fuzzy Jones,

Reggie Stepper’s “Cu Oonuh” Sampled On @Logic301’s “Bobby Tarantino 2”!

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Are there any Logic fans here? Known for dropping stand out lyrics in the modern era of Hip Hop, he continues to expand his brand with the release of his latest Mixtape, “Bobby Tarantino 2“. Comprised of 13 tracks, he tackles various issues, brings along some of his friends, and makes listeners know he’s still sharp with the bars. Starting off track 11 however, listeners may hear some familiar vocals. Previously heard on Kanye West’s 2012 track “Mercy“, Dancehall/Reggae Artist Reggie Stepper’s “Cu Oonuh” was sampled on the Big Sean featured, “Wassup“! “Cu Oonuh” was produced by the late Winton Riley on the Stalag Riddim, and released on the Techniques label in 1993. “Wassup”, which was produced by 6ix, borrows the legendary intro of the track which was done by Fuzzy Jones. “Cu Oonuh” was also sampled on Lil Wayne and Drake’s “Believe Me“, and The Roots’ “Push Up Ya Lighter“. Logic is no stranger to performing on Dancehall/Reggae samples as Barrington Levy’s “The Vibes Is Right” was sampled on his 2016 track, “44 Bars“.

Logic’s “Bobby Tarantino 2” is now available on all major streaming services. Hear the tracks below.

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Jamaica, Reggae, Music, Captain Planet, Gaia, Music Video, Sevana, CallMeSevana, Blog, 13thStreetPromotions, Justice, Teeqs, Caribbean, Singer, Indiggnation, Indiggcollective,

.@CallMeSevana Is On A Mission To Save Our World In “Justice”!

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What is your life worth? What does Earth mean to you? Sevana wants you to take care of yourself and the world in the visual for “Justice“! Directed by Teeqs, Sevana reminds us here of Gaia from Captain Planet and The Planeteers as she shares the knowledge that people need to hear about what’s affecting our home. She also alerts those in power to make more efforts to do the right thing as Pollution continues to destroy valuable natural habitats and resources all over. Do your part to protect and preserve as Mother Earth is not one to be played with, and she’ll retaliate! A powerful song from Sevana, and a beautiful visual as we see a young man finds himself surrounded by nature, and becomes one with it with the help of Sevana. “Justice” is now available on all major streaming services, but you can watch the video below!

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Jamaica, Dancehall, Music, Blog, 13thStreetPromotions, 13thStreetPromo, Woman Run Tings, Spotify, Spotify Playlist, International Women's Day, Women's Month, Entertainment, For The Culture, Caribbean,

Kick Off International Women’s Day With Our “Woman Run Tings!” Playlist!

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March 8th is recognized worldwide as International Women’s Day. This day highlights women all over the world who doing great things in every category you can think of. We salute you today, so how about a lil music? Hopping on our Spotify channel, we’ve compiled a few tracks that empower women…inna Dancehall style! Titled “Woman Run Tings!“, listeners can enjoy almost an hour’s worth of tracks performed by Jamaican female Dancehall Artists who show women in power positions, maintaining independence, holding their own, and demanding respect. Salute to all the women who have made an impact on our lives, those who are making power moves, and those involved in the development of this very Blog! We hope we did a good job here, feel free to follow the Playlist, and follow us on Spotify! Check it out below.

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Jamaica, Dancehall, Music, Blog, 13thStreetPromotions, 13thStreetPromo, Aidonia, Govana, 4th Genna, Breeze, Breeze Soap, Music Video, RD Studios, Caribbean, Entertainment, Fat Skull, Golf, Golf Course,

.@Aidonia4thGenna @GovanaGenna Take Freshness To Another Level In “Breeze”!

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After blazing the airwaves and Internet with the single last year, Dancehall Artists Aidonia and Govana finally delivered the visual for their super fresh single, “Breeze“! Directed by RD Studios and featuring cameos from Comedian Fat Skull, Jayds, Ding Dong and the Ravers Clavers, Donia and Govana take it to the Golf Course all preppy and clean in their designer attire with cheering ladies to match. Whether you use Breeze, Sudsill, Tide, or Ariel, ensure that your freshness game is on the highest level every time! Check out the video below.

Watch the video here to stay FRESH

Jamaica, Nigeria, India, Book, Children, Child, Children's Book, Book Series, AWABookSeries, Nikko FungChung, Author, Blog, 13thStreetPromotions, 13thStreetPromo, Culture, Caribbean, Education,

.@NikkiFungShui Bridges Cultural Gaps In @AWABookSeries For Children!

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Nikko FungChung – Mother, Entrepreneur and Children’s Book Author is on a mission to bring culture and diversity to young readers around the world. Her Children’s Book Series, “Anya’s World Adventures” follows a young girl (her daughter) on adventures around the world with the help of her Magic Globe! Each book gives readers a fun and factual view of a new Country and culture through the eyes of a child. Highlighting similarities and celebrating differences – this book series bridges cultural gaps and makes the world a much smaller place. The book series also features beautiful illustrations by Digital Artist Fuuji Takashi.

The adventure and learning continue well after the last page is turned with authentic souvenirs, games, printable activities, and recipes at AWABookSeries.com.

“Anya Goes to Jamaica” and “Anya Goes To India“, the first two offerings in the series, are now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and AWABookSeries.com. The follow up, “Anya Goes to Nigeria”, is scheduled for release this Spring. Nikko FungChung eyes the series to hit retail stores in Jamaica in Summer 2018.

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