Month: February 2023

Don Toliver x Kali Uchis "4 Me" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Texas #California #DonToliver #KaliUchis #4Me #BeenieMan #Mya #GirlsDemSugar #Caribbean

.@DonToliver Samples @KingBeenieMan Classic For @KaliUchis-Featured “4 Me”!

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Earlier this week, couples of all sorts celebrated their version of love on Valentine’s Day. A lot of music was released this week in celebration of it, including US Recording Artists Don Toliver and Kali Uchis’ single titled, “4 Me“. The Artists, who are an item in real life, showed off not only their skills, but them being a winning pair right now. One addition in making their collaboration a big deal, was it sampling a Dancehall classic.

On Don Toliver and Kali Uchis’ “4 Me”, Dancehall Icon Beenie Man’s “Girls Dem Sugar” was sampled throughout! Released in September of 2000, “Girls Dem Sugar” featured US Recording Artist Mya, and was produced by The Neptunes. The track was a remix of Beenie’s 1997 hit “Who Am I (Sim Simma)“, and was featured on his 2000 GRAMMY-winning album, “Art and Life“. “4 Me” sampled various parts of the hit single, and is expected to become a favourite for fans and new listeners alike.”4 Me” will be featured on Toliver’s “LoveSick” album which is due on February 24.

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Burning Spear "Marcus Garvey" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #BurningSpear #Reggae #MarcusGarvey #LawrenceLindo #JackRuby #Caribbean #Oldies #1974

OLDIES SUNDAY: Burning Spear – Marcus Garvey (1974)

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It’s Reggae Month and Black History Month, so we continue to honour those who have made strides in taking the music to another level, and those who have fought for the freedom of Black People. Today’s Oldies Sunday focuses on one of the most important voices in Reggae, and one of the most important Black figures in History. We check out Burning Spear’s “Marcus Garvey“.

Produced by Lawrence Lindo a.k.a. Jack Ruby and released through his Fox label in 1974, Burning Spear made a track to highlight National Hero and Pan-Africanist, Marcus Garvey. Garvey fought for Black Liberation, was a major influence in the Rastafarian movement and the Nation Of Islam, and inspired the Black Power movement. The song spoke of Garvey’s words and teachings coming to pass, while encouraging Black people to stand up and fulfill the prophecies from this great man. The song also made mention of Garvey’s Chauffeur, known as “Bag O’Wire“, who was responsible for betraying Garvey by reporting him to the Authourities. “Marcus Garvey” was the opening track for the 1975 album of the same name, which was been regarded as one of Reggae’s most important albums, and was celebrated as one of the 100 essential Reggae albums by Rough Guides Ltd., and one of the 1001 albums you must listen to before you die by Robert Dimery.

Since the release of “Marcus Garvey”, Burning Spear has went on to become an influential voice in Roots Reggae. With a heavy collection of albums and singles, Spear is also a two-time GRAMMY winner and 12-time nominee, and was active for years until retiring in 2016, and un-retiring in 2022. Celebrate the greats, and continue fighting for true freedom for Black People.

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Eddie Zuko "Still" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #California #EddieZuko #AltonEllis #Still #ImStillInLove #USA #Chicano

Eddie Zuko Promotes Love With Alton Ellis-Sampled, “Still”!

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Reggae Music has taken quite the journey since its inception. With the mouths of many singing their favourite songs from some of the most creative forces behind them, the genre has shown its staying power over and over, and has influenced so much. In the US, Reggae has had a hand in the establishment of many bands. From Sublime, to Rebelution, to SOJA, to Big Mountain, the music took on a different life outside of Jamaica, bringing in a new audience. For California Artist Eddie Zuko, he taps into a Rocksteady classic for his single called, “Still“.

Produced by J.LBS and Paul Redona, Eddie Zuko’s “Still” samples the late Alton Ellis classic, “I’m Still In Love“. “I’m Still In Love” was produced by Sir Coxsone Dodd, and released through Studio One in 1967. Eddie Suko borrowed part of the chorus, and some of the production behind the original for “Still”, which finds the Artist professing his continuous love for the special person in his life. Many relationships have gone by the wayside or have faced roadblocks, but the love for one another is still embedded in each partner’s core. There will be doubts, there will be fights, but as they say, “Love conquers all“.

Eddie Zuko’s “Still” has been enjoying some viral love in the past few weeks namely on TikTok, with many requesting for the song to be officially available. Accompanying the single, is a music video directed by Brok Wood, and it finds Eddie performing the track with Musicians Paul & Csmo. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, why not dedicate this one to someone special?

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Alton Ellis’ “Chatty, Chatty People” Featured In “Somebody I Used To Know” Film!

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On February 10, the Romantic Comedy “Somebody I Used To Know” premiered on Amazon Prime Video. The Film stars Alison Brie and Jay Ellis as exes who crossed paths once again, and it tells of the person Alison’s character has become. A meeting with her ex’s fiancé brings confusion as Alison starts to reflect on the person she used to be. The Film’s soundtrack boasts a number of popular singles, but a familiar sound could be heard during one of the scenes.

Featured in the RomCom “Somebody I Used To Know” is Alton Ellis’ “Chatty, Chatty People“. The track was produced by Duke Reid and released in 1970, and it spoke about people whose life’s work is to spread rumours, and gossip. The song was featured on Ellis’ 1974 album, “Mr. Soul Of Jamaica“, and is one of the late Singer’s popular releases. Alton Ellis is celebrated as one of Jamaica’s greatest Vocalists, and his contributions to Jamaica music are well documented, and continue to inspire generations. Check out “Somebody I Used To Know” on Amazon Prime Video.

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Masicka x Jahshii "Pieces" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #DefJam #Masicka #Jahshii #Pieces #13thStreetPromotions #Caribbean

.@MasickaMusic Makes @DefJam Debut With Jahshii-Featured, “Pieces”!

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It’s official, the “GenahSyde Boss” Masicka is now a part of the illustrious Def Jam Records roster. The Deejay looks to make a bigger impact in his career, and has already stated that he’s working on a followup to his critically acclaimed “438” album. Making his debut, he gives us the new single, “Pieces“.

Produced by Moz Zaro Hamm, “Pieces” is a collaboration between Masicka and Dancehall Artist Jahshii. The Deejays share their observations and challenges throughout their respective paths, but still provide motivation for those listening. No matter how tough it gets, you can always move forward and make things better. Like puzzle pieces, you fit them back in the right places, and make progress. Masicka and Jahshii share great energy and deliveries throughout the track, and fans of both Artists will enjoy the much anticipated First Nation x Genahsyde collab.

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Mad Capo Becomes A Robbery Victim In New @KyngTavii Skit!

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Be careful in the streets, especially with your valuables as Thieves won’t think twice about owning it in not a pleasant way. For Comedian Mad Capo, he had to learn the hard way in Kyng Tavii’s latest skit!

In the video, Mad Capo is seen chatting away on the phone in the park. While he’s having a good time spending off Flow or Digicel credit, Kyng Tavii shows up armed and ready to relieve Capo of his belongings. The robbery was not fruitful however as Capo didn’t have anything of value on him. Distraught by that, Tavii used the opportunity to change Capo’s life. Seeing what will happen next is possible by you checking out the video below. Kyng Tavii continues to knock out great content, stay tuned for more!

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