Month: August 2021

Jamaican Dancehall Artist 450 releases new single "Journey" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Caribbean

450’s Career Continues To Trend With “Journey”.

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Having enjoyed his name being in the spotlight for weeks thanks to his hit single, “Imperfection”, Dancehall Artist 450 is aiming for a longer stay. Since the release of the single on June 7, 450 has been receiving co-signs from many of the major players in the Jamaican music scene. He has also gained a consistent endorsement from many on Social Media, and has been enjoying heavy rotation on some of the best musical platforms worldwide. With the growing success, 450’s new single “Journey” is onboard to further solidify his presence on the music scene.

Produced by DWH Records, “Journey” is a dedication to the haters as 450 speaks about the progress he’s making in his life on “Journey”, while having to deal with people who don’t mean him well. The song comes at a time where he starts to see a lot more success in his career, in addition to experiencing the challenges that may come with that success. Regardless of his experiences, he knows he deserves to be where he is, and he vows not to change who he is, protect his energy from those who wish to steal it, and put in the necessary work to continue staying successful. The single was released on August 6, and has been trending ever since with a #6 placement on Youtube with over 200,000 views, a “Top Songs” feature on streaming platform Audiomack, and a #3 placement on Apple Music’s “Top 25” chart for Kingston, Jamaica, a placement that is also shared with his “Imperfection” single which holds the #2 spot. The single has enjoyed thousands of streams on other platforms, and has been heavily shared by fans on the Instagram platform through posts in their feeds, and in their “Stories”. 450 is very grateful for the love he has been receiving for “Journey”, and has hinted that he has more music for the people on the way. Plans for an official music video for “Journey” is currently in development.

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Sizzla Kalonji releases new album, "On A High" on 13thStreetPromotions.com

Sizzla Takes Us “On A High” On New Album

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When you have a work ethic like Reggae Icon Sizzla Kalonji, best believe there will be a lot of new music to enjoy. While he has been busy in everything from producing, to Community Development, to Humanitarian work, a lot is done in those 24 hours. Nonetheless, Sizzla has get into Artist mode and give us a new album called, “On A High“.

Featuring 12 tracks, “On A High” is the follow up to the 2020 album, “Million Times“. Sizzla continues to give listeners a selection of love songs, conscious music, and a bit of Social Commentary. Chiney K Productions, Vision House Music, G MAC, In Da Mix, Great Black Minds Studio, Robert Murphy, and Kalonji Music Productions round out the producers featured on the album, while Recording Artists Gingerbread Mane and Mink Jo are the guest features on there. No matter what’s going on in the world, there’s always time to listen to some Sizzla.

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Peter Metro - Police In A Jamaica (1985) on 13thStreetPromotions.com

OLDIES SUNDAY: Peter Metro – Police In A Jamaica (1985)

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If it’s one thing that Jamaican Artists will speak out against in their music apart from the Government, is the Police force. In 2021, it’s still a popular subject as there are many members of the force who overstep their boundaries, and are at times a part of the corruption. Today’s Oldies Sunday selection comes from Peter Metro with his single, “Police In A Jamaica“.

Produced by Hyman Wright and Percy Chin for the Jah Life Time Label on the “Answer Riddim” in 1985, Peter Metro recalls an encounter with the Police on an outing with fellow Deejay Nicodemus. Their adventure begins when the Artists were traveling from Old Harbour in a rental while Nicodemus was smoking Marijuana. The interactions that followed are similar to what many face to this day. While the Jamaica Constabulary Force may show off feel good videos on Social Media today, it doesn’t put a wool over the eyes of those who experience daily harassment and injustice from members of the force. “Police In A Jamaica” was a hit for Peter Metro, and it birthed a follow up titled “Police In England” in 1986. Be careful out there.

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Dancehall Artist Khxos drops new single, "Runaway" on 13thStreetPromotions.com

.@TheKhxos Taps Into Some Afrobeats Vibes On “Runaway”

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With plenty years in music, it’s safe to say Khxos is a veteran. With a catalogue that includes music for the ladies, music with a message, and the occasional exhibition of lyricism, Khxos has steadily gained a following over the years (He was featured as an Artist to watch in 2017). Since being signed to Delicious Vinyl Island, he has been releasing various tracks, and now he gears up for his sophomore album, “Complicated“. He gets things rolling with the new single, “Runaway“.

Produced by Kheilstone, the Afrobeats inspired “Runaway” finds Khxos needing an escape from a bad situation. While many go through their share of problematic relationships, friendships, and things of that nature, Khxos wants to leave it all behind, and start something new. Khxos looks to keep the momentum going up until the release of his album through Delicious Vinyl Island possibly before the end of 2021.

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Tappa Zukie's M.P.L.A. album that features the single, "Freedom" on 13thStreetPromotions.com

OLDIES SUNDAY: Tappa Zukie – Freedom (1976)

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Break the chains and kick down the gates, it’s Emancipation Sunday on Oldies Sunday! Parts of the Caribbean recognize August 1 (and August 2 on weekdays if the 1st is on a weekend) as Emancipation Day. It’s a day that commemorates the abolition of slavery, but we’re still fighting against many other forms of depression around the world. Today’s Oldies Sunday selection comes from the great Tappa Zukie with his track, “Freedom“.

Produced by Tappa Zukie and released through the KLIK Label in 1976. “Freedom” finds Tappa Zukie calling for the liberation of black people who have been held captive for centuries. He flexes a mix of singing and toasting inna dub style on the track, and he can be heard saying “freedom a wha di natty dread want…” throughout. The song came around the time when black consciousness was at an all time high, and it makes its mark an important song of the times, with messages that are still relevant today. “Freedom” was included on Zukie’s 1976 album, “MPLA“. As we recognize an important day, may we still fight to break the new chains of oppression.

Thank You Tappa Zukie!

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