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OLDIES SUNDAY: Lone Ranger – Natty Dread On The Go (1977)

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How are we doing today? While a lot has been happening in the past few days, the music continues to flow. Oldies Sunday, will always show up when needed as well. Today’s selection comes from Recording Artist Lone Ranger with the track, “Natty Dread On The Go“!

Produced by Sir Coxsone Dodd and released through the Studio One label in 1977, Lone Ranger steps out with some melodic deejaying on “Natty Dread On The Go”, and displayed a musical style that started to grow in those times. With his “A1 sound“, Ranger kicks off clever lyrics that were sure to entertain the listener. “Natty Dread On The Go” was featured on his debut album, “On the Other Side Of Dub“, which was released in 1977. The track gained new life recently when it was featured in season 4 of the popular Netflix Sci-Fi series, “Stranger Things“.

Since the release of “Natty Dread On The Go”, Lone Ranger went on to release more music, lived between the US, UK, and Jamaica, and made a return to his Sound System roots. His “Natty Dread On The Go” single looks to connect with a new generation of music lovers, and open up the doors for more to discover his music.

Thank You Lone Ranger For This Classic!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: @Jerry_Rivera – Amores Como El Nuestro (1992)

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We’re kicking off the first Oldies Sunday for the month of July with some Spanish vibes! It’s Summer, and we’re feeling the vibe to dance! For today’s Oldies Sunday selection, we head off to Puerto Rico to check out Jerry Rivera’s “Amores Como El Nuestro (Love Like Ours)“.

Written by Omar Alfanno, “Amores Como El Nuestro” was released through Sony in 1992, this was a Salsa love song that was backed by some amazing Instrumentation including some addictive horns. With lyrics about preserving a unique love no matter what’s going on, Jerry Rivera delivered beautifully on this track. You can’t help but dance to this one, and it’s a great way to kick off any week, any day, any season. “Amores Como El Nuestro” was a successful single for Jerry Rivera, becoming an award winning track, and making his 3rd album, “Cuenta Conmigo” his most successful release. “Amores Como El Nuestro” remains one of his most recognized singles as well.

The years that followed the release and success of “Amores Como El Nuestro”, it gained new life through being sampled on various tracks. From Peter Gunz and Lord Tariq’s “Uptown Baby“, to Wyclef Jean and Claudette Ortiz’s “Dance Like This” (which was also sampled for Wyclef’s “Hips Don’t Lie” with Shakira), to French Montana’s “FWMGAB“, to Emilio Rojas’ “Flaco“, “Amores Como El Nuestro” is a timeless track, and remains an important contribution to Salsa Music.

Thank You Jerry Rivera For This Classic!

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Sizzla Announces New “Rise Up” Album!

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Jamaican Music Icon Sizzla Kalonji continues to display an immaculate work ethic through the release of singles, and albums. While fellow Artists would find themselves enjoying holidays and taking breaks from the Studio, Sizzla taps into his passion of creating timeless music to bring the people together, with no sense of fatigue. The past few months has kept the Reggae/Dancehall Icon busy, but he keeps on pushing. With his upcoming album, “Rise Up”, he continues to share his passion with the world.

Featuring 12 tracks and production by Kalonji Music Production and Blaqk Sheep Music, “Rise Up” will find Sizzla Kalonji giving you his signature sounds and melodies, with uplifting lyrics that will tap into your consciousness. With so many things going on in the world today, Sizzla provides the kind of music that will keep you centered, positive, and focused. Announced on July 1, which is recognized as International Reggae Day, Sizzla continues his role as an Ambassador for Reggae music to let the people know that greatness is on the way. “Rise Up” is one of the many releases this year, and he plans to release content in support of the upcoming album. Sizzla Kalonji is also gearing up to take Reggae music on the big stage later this month at Reggae Sumfest in Catherine Hall, Montego Bay.

Sizzla Kalonji’s “Rise Up” album will be available to the public on July 22, and is now available for pre-save on all digital music streaming platforms. Listeners who pre-save the album will instantly receive a copy of the track, “We Pray”.

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Marcia Griffiths’ “Electric Slide” Sampled On @IAmCardiB’s “Hot S***” Single!

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US Recording Artist Cardi B returns to form with new music this week. Officially making way for a new album, Cardi called up the arsenal to get the ball rolling with the new single, “Hot Shit“. Produced by Tay Keith, the track features verses from fellow Artists Lil Durk, and Kanye West. A high energy track just in time for the Summer, a small of a Jamaican classic could be heard in the track.

For a brief moment, you could hear a sample of Marcia Griffiths’ 1989 hit, “Electric Slide” accompanying a line on “Hot Shit”. Originally called “Electric Boogie” which was recorded and produced by the late Bunny Wailer in 1976, and released in 1980 and 1989, “Electric Slide” lived a few lives over the years. While it was a minor hit for Wailer in the late 70s and 80s, Marcia Griffiths’ 1983 version of the record was released and became a minor hit as well. It wasn’t until 1989 when a remixed version that was featured on Griffiths’ “Carousel” album quickly made it a dance staple around the world. The new version gave birth to the “Electric Slide” dance, which became the official dance for cookouts, family gatherings, Weddings, and various celebrations and events over the years.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Ding Dong Ft. @IAmQyor – Holiday (2009)

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This past week marked the beginning of the 2022 Summer season. Many have been looking forward to relaxing, having fun, explore new territories, and meet new people, and we urge you all to be safe. Nothing says Summer in Jamaica like a party series, or a Summer song. For today’s Oldies Sunday selection, we look back at one of Dancehall’s greatest Summer songs, and it comes from Dancehall Artist/Dancer Ding Dong with the track, “Holiday“!

Produced by Wayne “Hunga” Thompson for Notice Productions and released in 2009, Ding Dong’s “Holiday” single features Recording Artist Chevaughn. On the track, the Artists celebrate taking a break from everything to have endless fun. Whether you were putting down the schoolbooks or escaping the 9 to 5, this was your time to call up friends, and find yourselves somewhere to release the stress. The upbeat single encouraged listeners to break out the dance moves, and the accompanying Road Block Films directed music video showed off colourful outfits, and scenes with friends kicking back and enjoying the Summer holidays.

Ding Dong and Chevaughn’s “Holiday” was a hit, becoming a top ten single in Jamaica, and gaining momentum around the world. The single received a great amount of airplay, and it is considered a classic Dancehall Summer song. Since the release of “Holiday”, Ding Dong has been enjoying a very lucrative music and dance career, and he is still active and on top of his game. Chevaughn scored a few hits for himself over the years, and has recently changed his stage name to Qyor. For those who are ready for the Summer, remember to put “Holiday” in your Playlists.

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Everton Blender’s “Ghetto People Song” Sampled On @FrenchMontana’s “Montega” Album!

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On Friday June 24, New York Rapper French Montana released his new album, “Montega“. The 12 track project would further solidify French’s place in Hip Hop, and he brought along new hits and collaborations. While fans would be excited about the new project, a familiar sound was heard on “Higher“, the 6th track on the album.

On the opening of “Higher”, Everton Blender’s 1994 single, “Ghetto People Song” would receive the sample treatment. Produced by Tony Rebel on the “Lala Bella Riddim“, “Ghetto People Song” would become a massive hit for Everton Blender, earning the classic status over the years. “Ghetto People Song” was featured on Blender’s 1999 album, “Rootsman Credential“, and was previously sampled by Rapper Canibus in 2018 for a track of the same name. “Higher” was produced by Harry Fraud, along with the rest of the “Montega” album.

This would not be the first time French Montana dabbled in Jamaican music. Chaka Demus and Pliers’ “Murder She Wrote” would be sampled on the Nicki Minaj featured single, “Freaks” (Lil Vicious’ Dancehall track of the same name would be sampled as well), Dancehall Artist Mavado would collaborate with French on two tracks (“F**k What Happens Tonight” and “Ghetto Prayer“), Alkaline’s “Formula” single would get remixed for the “Jungle Rules” album in 2017, French worked with Dancehall Producers Rvssian and Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, and most recently would hop of the remix of Skillibeng’s “Whap Whap” with Fivio Foreign.

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