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The Cimarons "Paul Bogle" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #RootsReggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #TheCimarons #PaulBogle #HeritageWeek #NationalHero #StThomas #MorantBay #MorantBayRebellion #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: The Cimarons – Paul Bogle (1976)

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Monday October 14 will commence “Heritage Week” in Jamaica. The week leads up to the celebration of our National Heroes on October 21st, and the Island has a number of events lined up. We try to highlight the celebration of our heroes every year on “Oldies Sunday“, and today is no different. Today’s selection comes from The Cimarons with their track, “Paul Bogle“.

The self produced “Paul Bogle” track was released in 1976 through the Cimarak label, and it finds The Cimarons highlighting the contributions of the late National Hero, Paul Bogle. Bogle was a Deacon and Activist from the Parish of St. Thomas, and was instrumental in the 1865 Morant Bay Rebellion. The song encourages everyone to say Bogle’s name loudly, and salute him for the great things he has done in prompting the freedom of Black people in Jamaica. His sacrifice was widely regarded, and he was posthumously awarded the title of National Hero by the Government of Jamaica in 1969 along with George William Gordon, who was involved in the Morant Bay Rebellion, Marcus Garvey, Alexander Bustamante, and Norman Washington Manley. He was immortalized through numerous publications, songs, events, and art, and was the face of the Jamaican 10 cent coin, the $2 bill, and since 2023, is one of the faces of the $50 bill. This past October 11 was recognized as “Paul Bogle Day” in Jamaica. The track became a favourite for many listeners thanks to its dose of knowledge, and was featured on The Cimarons’ 1976 album, “On The Rock“. It was re-recorded and released in early 2024.

Salute Our Heroes! Thank You Cimarons For This Great Song!

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Alkaline "Dangerous Youth" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Alkaline #JahvyAmbassador #TruAmbassadorEnt #DangerousYouth #AutoBambRecords #Caribbean

.@JahvyAmbassador, Alkaline Take #1 Spot With “Dangerous Youth”

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No matter what the detractors may say, Dancehall Music is still a dominant force. It continues to be a global phenomenon thanks to the many Ambassadors of the genre, and will stay that way for years to come. Dancehall Producer Jahvy of Tru Ambassador Ent. has been a dedicated representative of the culture, and he has enjoyed a vast amount of success over the years. He recently celebrated another milestone thanks in part to Dancehall Artist, Alkaline.

Recently, Jahvy and Alkaline teamed up for the single, “Dangerous Youth”. Another entry in the list of collaborations they have together, “Dangerous Youth” finds the Deejay in his element as one of Dancehall’s big names over solid production. The collaboration quickly gained traction on music streaming platforms, climbing to over 100,000 views on Youtube in just hours. Strong support for the single was expected, but it further solidified its place by taking the #1 spot on the iTunes Reggae Singles chart. The move was deemed monumental as it towered over Bob Marley’s classic single, “Three Little Birds”, Stephen Marley’s “You Don’t Know How It Feels”, iNi Kamoze’s “Here Comes The Hotstepper”, Shaggy’s “Angel” and “It Wasn’t Me”, and Jimmy Cliff’s “I Can See Clearly Now”. Jahvy shared his accomplishment on Social Media with the caption, “#1, doh get e figure wrong”, and shouting out Alkaline as collaborator, and longtime friend.

Jahvy continues to keep his Tru Ambassador Ent. Ship sailing, and with the success of Dancehall Artist 450, and Producers Week.Day and Falconn under his management, there is a lot more ground for him to conquer. He has hinted at a number of developments to come via his Social Media platforms, and he urges fans to stay tuned.

Jahvy and Alkaline’s “Dangerous Youth” is out now on all digital music streaming platforms.

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Squash "Get Up" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Mobay #MontegoBay #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Squash #Squash6iixBoss #6ixRealRecords #DanSkyRecords #AttomaticRecords #GetUp #Caribbean

Squash Unloads The Badness On “Get Up”

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Wake up, wake up! Dancehall Artist Squash is walking around with the alarm clock, because it’s time for some 6ix badness. He’s on time, so get ready for his new tune, “Get Up“.

Produced by 6ixReal Records/Attomatic Records/Dan Sky Records, Squash unloads the badness on “Get Up”. The “6ix Boss” is making it be known that he’s ready for whatever, and he’s not walking around with toys, so tread carefully. The song gained some attention within the past few weeks thanks to its intro which found Squash urging everyone to get up. The intro became a popular sound on TikTok and Instagram, and built up anticipation for single. Squash has been enjoying quite the buzz earlier this year off of the “Big Breeze“, “Shubout“, and “Sweepstakes Dweet” singles, and he will keep the momentum going for the rest of the year. He recently held his first headliner event in 5 years in the US, and that may be a sign of even more to come from the Deejay. Set your alarm clocks.

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Irene Cara "Flashdance...What A Feeling" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #NewYork #PuertoRico #Cuba #PopMusic #DancePop #Music #13thStreetPromotions #IreneCara #FlashdanceWhatAFeeling #1983 #Flashdance #Oldies #OldSchool #OldiesSunday #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: Irene Cara – Flashdance…What A Feeling (1983)

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We’re celebrating “Hispanic Heritage Month” on Oldies Sunday. Hispanic Americans continue to make significant contributions to entertainment, sports, and pop culture, and we have highlighted a number of them. Today’s feature comes from American Singer of Puerto Rican and Cuban descent Irene Cara with her single, “Flashdance…What A Feeling“.

Produced by Giorgio Moroder and released through Casablanca Records in 1983, Irene Cara had the people moving with “Flashdance…What A Feeling”. The Dance-Pop single shared lyrics of believing in yourself, letting the music move you, and doing something great to be a success even when the odds are stacked against you. “Flashdance” was a single on the soundtrack for the 1983 Film of the same name and it was used in a pivotal part of the Film, and went on to become a #1 Billboard Hot 100-charting hit, a Gold certification, a GRAMMY award for “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance“, and Academy and Golden Globe awards for “Best Original Song“. In 2023, it was chosen by the Library Of Congress for inclusion in the National Recording Registry. It also pushed the soundtrack to go 6x Platinum.

Since the release of “Flashdance…What A Feeling”, Irene Cara went on to release more music, acted in numerous Films and Broadway productions, and collaborated with a number of Artists before passing away in 2022. “Flashdance…What A Feeling” remains one of her most successful singles.

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Tommy Lee Sparta Gets Everyone’s Energy Up With “Active” Single

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It’s Friday, and even though it took a lot for us to get here, we’re about to get hyper. Dancehall Artist Tommy Lee Sparta, fresh off of a few lie performances, is still feeling the buzz. He aims to charge us up with the new single, “Active (Energy Up)“.

Produced by Zipjock West’s Yo West Productions, Tommy Lee Sparta is in turbo mode on “Active (Energy Up)”. He promotes being as active as ever whether you’re on the job, at the party, hustling in the streets, or achieving specific goals, he encourages us all to never stop the vibe, and keep moving forward. Yo West gave the “Sparta Boss” the right production that matches the Deejay well, and if it doesn’t get the people moving, we don’t know what will. Use this one for the Gym/Kym, and for times when you need a jolt of energy. Get active.

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450 "No Attachment" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #450 #450Music #NoAttachment #TruAmbassadorEnt #DhwRecording #Caribbean

450 Lives The Gyalis Life In “No Attachment”

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Dancehall Artist 450 continues to elevate, and it’s a good look. The Artist doesn’t get involved in petty matters, you don’t hear his name in drama, he just makes music, gets bookings, and builds his fanbase. He recently showed Canada a good time with a sold out show, and has been enjoying the fruits of his labour with his Tru Ambassador Ent. team. He keeps the music going with the release of “No Attachment“.

Produced by DHW Recordings, 450 is living the gyalis life in “No Attachment”. He’s making moves on this girl, that girl, your girl, and they have their moments before going their separate ways. 450 doesn’t have time for anything long-term, and don’t think you can tie him down. The Singjay keep his music factory busy with new content, but some have been asking for an album. Will we get that request fulfilled in 2025? We just have to wait and see. In the meantime, catch him in a city near you taking over the stages, clubs, and show grounds. It’s 10 minutes to 5, time for new 450.

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