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"Sampling Shabba Ranks" Playlist on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #HipHop #PopMusic #ElectronicMusic #Jungle #13thStreetPromotions #ShabbaRanks #January17 #RextonGordon #SamplingShabbaRanks #Playlist #Sample #Caribbean #Spotify

We Look At Songs That Sampled Shabba Ranks In Our Latest Playlist

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Today (January 17), we celebrate the birthday of a giant, a column, and a King of Dancehall, Shabba Ranks. The Man born Rexton Gordon made significant contributions to the genre, with a few extras. Shabba was not only a huge earner for Dancehall Music in the 90s and successfully crossed over to the International market, but was the first Deejay to score GRAMMY awards. He paved the way for a number of Artists, scored a national honour for his work, and is still celebrated today. Today, we recognize his 59th birthday, and celebrate his catalogue with our latest Playlist.

In our “Sampling Shabba Ranks” Playlist, we shed a light on the number of times Dancehall legend Shabba Ranks has been sampled. There was been a number of times from Hip Hop, to Pop, to Electronic Music where the Deejay has been sampled, and we’re taking the time to not only highlight, but educate on how far this Dancehall music has gotten in the world. Did you know that he was sampled by Alanis Morrissette, one of the 90s biggest Artists? Did you also know that he was the inspiration behind one of the biggest musical genres in Latin America? Let this Playlist aid you in your quest to learn more about Shabba Ranks if you’re not familiar. If you wish, you can check out our other Playlists, including fellow January born Artists Vybz Kartel, Sean Paul, and Ninjaman.

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Rizk Believes In A “Purpose” Greater Than Himself In New Single

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Last year, Recording Artist Rizk had a near death experience. He recently shared on Instagram of the ordeal, and that there is something greater than himself out there. Life is filled with surprises and plot twists, but Rizk believes that there’s more to life than what he’s used to. He speaks about it in the new single, “Purpose“.

Produced by Circa Eleven, Rizk recalls the near-tragic incident, and shares some positive words in “Purpose”. He believes everyone has a purpose, and they will find out theirs soon enough. Many people realize them during life-changing experiences, and they move forward living a life that helps others to recognize what’s important in life. We recently shared a story about fellow Dancehall Artist Kyodi who had a near-death experience at the start of this year, and he has been expressing gratitude ever since. We continue to encourage our readers to please stay safe on the road, no matter what. If you have found your purpose in life, honour it, and make the impossible, possible.

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Badda General Weighs In On The “King Of Dancehall” Topic In “The Debate”

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Who is the King of Dancehall? Some say Bounty, some say Beenie, some say Kartel, some say Alka, some say Masicka. With plenty of names being thrown in the hat whenever conversations start, there is always division. Recently, the topic got hot when Vybz Kartel was given the title, but fellow Dancehall Artist Beenie Man opposed, and shared a few words about it. Dancehall Artist/Producer Badda General decided to step in, and discuss the new controversy in the single, “The Debate“.

Released through Real Squad Records, Badda General weighs in on the “King of Dancehall” topic in “The Debate”. While there are a number of names being called aside from Vybz Kartel, Badda shares that at the end of the day, no matter what awards, sales, and streams say, the streets make the overall decision on who qualifies for the Dancehall throne. He mentioned former GRAMMY winners Sean Paul, Shabba Ranks, Buju Banton, and Shaggy, who have made great contributions to uplifting the culture, but he also gave a short History lesson on past Artists who helped to shape Dancehall, and are a part of the G.O.A.T. list like U-Roy and Yellowman. There will be Kings, and everyone has their time, but the debates will never end. Who is YOUR King of Dancehall?

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Jahmali "El Shaddai" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Jahmali #ElShaddai #PenthouseRecords #DonovanGermain #Oldies #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #Caribbean #1997

OLDIES SUNDAY: Jahmali – El Shaddai (1997)

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2025 has started off with a number of incidents, and hopefully they aren’t indications of what to expect for the rest of the year. When it comes to music, we just have to deliver content where one can find some peace and order for a few moments. Today’s “Oldies Sunday” selection comes from Reggae Artist Jahmali, and we highlight his single, “El Shaddai“.

Produced by Donovan Germain and released through Penthouse Records in 1997, Jahmali provides a song of rejoicing in, “El Shaddai”. The title means “God Almighty“, and the song encourages listeners to find peace in God every time. The song speaks on what’s going on in the world, and aims to be a guide for those who need a center, and a push into the right direction to fulfill their destinies. “El Shaddai” quickly became a hit for Jahmali, and spread throughout the world. The song was featured on the 1998 album of the same name, and became Jahmali’s biggest hit. The song was sampled in 2015 by Reggae Artist Exco Levi, and featured Jahmali as well.

Since the release of “El Shaddai”, Jahmali went on to release more music over the years. He is still active in Reggae, and many still remember his hit single.

Thank You Jahmali For This Classic!

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The Streets Are “Grimey”, But Valiant & Weekday Hold Their Own

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Jamaican Producer Weekday has been elevating his game for quite a while, and every release gets better. A member of Tru Ambassador Ent.’s Next Generation roster, he has been keeping the hit factory busy with his unique sounds that compliment the lyrics of some of your favourite Dancehall/Reggae Artists. He has also crossed over into Corporate Jamaica by collaborating with a number of high profile brands. He continues to be one of the in-demand Producers out, and sets the standard with his latest collaboration with Dancehall star, Valiant.

Teaming up for the new single, “Grimey”, Weekday and Valiant deliver a song about ensuring everything that is considered important in life is on point and free from corruption while in the pursuit of achieving goals. Over some solid production, Valiant reflects on some of the days where he had to struggle, and shares that despite success now, some days will find him being cautious of his surroundings and who he shares his energy with, as there are forces in the world whose aim is to cause harm, and damage reputations. Weekday’s production drives the messages home to the listener, and assists in securing another hit for the Tru Ambassador Ent. catalogue, and Valiant’s Diplomats Records. A music video for “Grimey”, which was directed by Damaniac Visuals, is set to premiere along with the new single, and features an appearance by Weekday, and Actor/Director/Media Personality Cornelius Grant.

Weekday has been lending his unique sound to the Dancehall/Reggae scene for a number of years. As a member of Tru Ambassador Next Generation, he has collaborated with the likes of 450, Deno Crazy, Pablo YG, 1SkiMask, Mavado, and Alkaline among others. He previously released the “Quarantine” and “Tears Of Joy” Riddim Compilations, and is looking forward to following up with a new Riddim later this year.

Weekday and Valiant’s “Grimey” collaboration will be out on January 11 on all digital music streaming platforms. The music video for “Grimey” will follow shortly after the single’s release with a premiere on Valiant’s official Youtube channel.

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“Is It Them, Or Me?” Asks @Skiifalls In @JorjaSmith-Featured Single, “Her World”

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When you’re all about someone, and they’re focused on other things, it can be a frustrating experience. St. Vincent and The Grenadines-born/Canada-based Recording Artist Skiifall finds himself in a dilemma in the new single, “Her World“.

Produced by Kenny Beats, who taps into some classic Reggae sounds, “Her World” features an appearance by UK Songbird Jorja Smith. On the track, Skiifall finds himself questioning his lover if she’s about being with him, or is she going with her options in the streets. The situation is a painful one as Skii has been let down by her before, but he believes they make a great union, and he’s not accepting defeat. Jorja plays the lover on the track, and she tries to let him down easy as she wishes to see what else is out there, leaving him behind. Many can relate to this song here, and the scenario is played daily by various characters. Skiifall has been on the scene for a while, and is gearing up to release his new EP, “Lovers Till I’m Gone” later this year. To the lovers out there, guard your heart.

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