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Zimbabwe Dread/Baba Dread "Earthman Connection" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #BabaDread #ZimbabweDread #LadderOfProgress #EarthmanConnection #1981 #RoyCousins #Caribbean #Throwback

OLDIES SUNDAY: Baba Dread – Ladder Of Progress (1981)

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Today, we give you our final “Oldies Sunday” selection for 2025. As we venture into 2026, we want to wish our readers/viewers all the best for the new year, and let’s make some good things happen. With that said, today’s entry comes from Baba Dread f.k.a. Zimbabwe Dread with the track, “Ladder Of Progress“.

Produced by Roy Cousins and released through Kingdom Records in 1981, it’s all about making good things happen in life in Baba Dread’s “Ladder Of Progress”. With a toasting/Deejaying style that ruled the scene, Baba provided words of motivation for the listener, with messages of striving when times are rough, having faith in trying times, and moving forward with good intentions. “Ladder Of Progress” was featured on the 1981 album, “Earthman Connection” (which was re-released in 2011 through Tamoki-Wambesi-Dove), Baba’s only album. “Ladder Of Progress” was received well with listeners, and over the years gained love in more parts of the world.

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"Reggae Christmas From Jamaica" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Dancehall #Music #Christmas #13thStreetPromotions #ReggaeChristmasFromJamaica #ReggaeChristmas #DadaWasp #TrueLoveChristmas #Riddim #1989 #TachyonProductions #TrevorLyn #SonnyOchiai #OldiesSunday #Oldies #OldSchool #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY (Christmas): Dada Wasp – True Love Christmas (1989)

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We’re just a couple of days away from Christmas Day, but the music will be playing before then. We understand that many of us aren’t feeling the holiday season, but we hope to bring back a few cherished memories through our selections on “Oldies Sunday“. Today’s Christmas selection comes from Dancehall Artist Dada Wasp with the track, “True Love Christmas“.

Produced by Sonny Ochiai and Trevor Lyn for Tachyon Productions and released through Alpha Enterprise in 1989, Dada Wasp had a lot to be thankful for in, “True Love Christmas”. A time when lovers are preparing to gift their significant others, Wasp was definitely in the Christmas mood as his lady showed him in more ways than one how much she cared for him. Everyday found the Deejay enjoying a new gift, and he showed his appreciation throughout. “True Love Christmas” was a Dancehall remix of the 1909 English classic “The Twelve Days Of Christmas” Christmas Carol, and gained some attention for the Deejay following its release. It was featured on the Alpha Enterprise Compilation titled, “Reggae Christmas From Jamaica“. This is our last Christmas-themed “Oldies Sunday” for the year, and we hope you all get to enjoy the holidays, even for a little bit.

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Masicka "Her Name Is Love" EP on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Masicka #HerNameIsLove #EP #1Syde #Genasyde #Caribbean

Masicka Pauses The Battle To Deliver “Her Name Is Love” For The Ladies

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For the past few weeks, Dancehall Artist Masicka has been a trending topic. Why you may ask? Well, he was at a war of words with fellow Dancehall Artist Tommy Lee Sparta, with some shots sent at Vybz Kartel’s way. With fans debating who is the true winner, the 1Syde boss took a break out of the war to give the ladies something special for the holidays. He has presents, and the ladies can unwrap his new EP, “Her Name Is Love“.

Featuring 8 songs, Masicka is keeping the ladies heated with the new EP, “Her Name Is Love”. For his decade+ career, he also made sure have a few anthems for the ladies, and this project is a dedication for them. Released through Def Jam, production includes the likes of, Gray Toomey, Otis, Lily Kaplan, Manmade, Boi-1da, and Rvssian, while Rapper Lola Brooke joins Rvssian as the guest features. War time is war time, but when it comes to the ladies, everything else gets put on pause. It’s a 1Syde Christmas.

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Splinter XL "Screw The World" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Music #HeavyMetal #RockMusic #13thStreetPromotions #SplinterXL #ScrewTheWorld #Riddim #Caribbean

Splinter XL Brings The Darkness In “Screw The World”

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When Jamaicans think outside the box, expect greatness. While Dancehall and Reggae continue to dominate, we have Artists dabbling in Hip Hop, Pop, EDM, Afrobeats, DnB, Rock, and a lot more. Speaking of Rock, have you heard of Jamaican Rocker Splinter XL? For a number of years, he has been showcasing his foray into the genre, tapping into different elements, and bringing out another side of expression. Hear him roar on the new single, “Screw The World“.

Self-Produced and released through SplinterNite Records, Splinter XL brings the melodies, the darkness, and the wrath in, “Screw The World”. Splinter brings a sound that many would quick to attribute to International Artists, but this is all made on home turf. He joins the list of many Artists who are influenced by genres outside of Reggae and Dancehall, and aims to take his own movement and sound to the next level. Fans of “Screw The World” can look forward to a Music Video which is currently being developed. If you’re new here, today’s the day to get familiar with what Jamaica’s music scene has to offer. Rock on, Splinter XL.

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Garnet Silk Jr "There Is Love" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #GarnetSilkJr #ThereIsLove #Riddim #ReubenOrderRecords #Caribbean #GarnetSilk

Garnet Silk Jr Releases “There Is Love” Single

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Reggae Music is a vibe, and is the music for healing. In a time where conflicts arise, we need unity, and we need love. Recording Artist Garnet Silk Jr. believes in love, and the world needs it abundantly. He sends a positive charge to the world with the single, “There Is Love“.

Released through Reuben Order Records, Garnet Silk Jr. aims to stop the wars, cast away the darkness, and bring the people together in, “There Is Love”. Presenting great vocals and drum-heavy production, Silk stands tall and militant with a message that aims to connect with the people, bringing them closer to Jah. Like his Father before him, the music is one of the best tools to use in times like these where people are focused on corruption and division. Garnet Silk Jr. aims to bring more music to the forefront in 2026, and performances including a follow up to the “Garnet Silk Legacy Day” Event, and listeners can stay tuned. Even after this holiday season, remember Jah is love, and the world needs unity.

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Sharlene Flores "Parang Soca Fun" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #TrinidadandTobago #Soca #Parang #Music #13thStreetPromotions #SharleneFlores #ParangSocaFun #1993 #FloresDeSanJose #Christmas #Crosbys #JoeBrown #SocaMusic #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY (Christmas): Sharlene Flores – Parang Soca Fun (1993)

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It’s Christmas time, and it’s that time for music! On “Oldies Sunday“, you’re going to hear something classic, and something that brings back memories. Today, we head on over to Trinidad & Tobago to check out Sharlene Flores’ “Parang Soca Fun“.

Produced by Joe Brown with Wayne Flores and Ronnie Kalicharan of Flores De San Jose and released through Crosby’s in 1993, Sharlene Flores welcomed the Christmas season with good vibes in, “Parang Soca Fun”. There’s no Christmas party like a Caribbean Christmas party, and Flores brought in a great voice and music, and invited all listeners to partake in dance, food, fun, and unity. Listeners couldn’t help but dance to this one, and it quickly gained rotation in the Caribbean. “Parang Soca Fun” was featured on the 1993 album of the same name. Parang is a joyous time, and is made memorable with music by the likes of Sharlene Flores.

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