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Di Genius Presents "The Recovered Files" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #DiGenius #StephenDiGeniusMcGregor #TheRecoveredFiles #VybzKartel #BlakRyno #Aidonia #BeenieMan #Mavado #Laden #BountyKilla #Flexxx #WayneMarshall #ChinoMcGregor #DarkerShadowRiddim #StickUpRiddim #GazaMiSehRiddim #ShadowAfterDarkRiddim #BusySignal #Caribbean

.@DiGenius1 Brings Dancehall Classics To Streaming With “The Recovered Files” Album

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The 2000s in Dancehall Music was an era that can never be duplicated. There were local and International crossovers, the ascension of Deejays who went on to become legends, and lots of good vibes and energy. It was in the mid 2000s that the world warmed up to a young Producer by the name of Stephen McGregor. The son of the legendary Freddie McGregor was determined to carve his own path in music, and the determination won. When he got his start, there was no stopping him, and he made hits with everyone. From Mavado, to Vybz Kartel, to Laden, to Agent Sasco, to Nicky B, to his brother Chino McGregor, the world got familiar to the sounds of “Di Genius“. There’s a lot of history in that Big Ship Studio. The years that followed saw a shift in the music Industry as MP3s and CDs soon gave way to Digital Music Streaming, and a number of those Di Genius hits never crossed over. In 2024, after lots of work, Stephen has made it a reality with the release of “The Recovered Files” album.

Featuring 20 classic tracks, Di Genius restored some of our favourites from the 2000s on “The Recovered Files” compilation album. We get music from a Vybz Kartel who was in heading into a new level of prime, a young Aidonia who was venomous on a Riddim, Chino who found his pocket and cruised over his brother’s productions, the rise of the “Gully Gad” Mavado, a young firecracker that was Blak Ryno, and more. Fans will fall in love with the “Darker Shadow Riddim“, recite some Gaza Commandments, reflect on their allegiances to Gaza, Gully, and J.O.P., and enjoy the work of Di Genius over and over on their favourite streaming platform. We believe “The Recovered Files” will be the start of a series of restorations and releases in the coming months, and with Di Genius at the helm, we know it will be a celebration every time. What’s your favourite Riddim from Di Genius?

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Jahmiel "Nirvana" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Jahmiel #Nirvana #Album #Caribbean #QuantaniumRecords

Jahmiel Finds Himself In “Nirvana” On 3rd Album

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Jahmiel is one of the greats, and it’s very evident in his work. For close to two decades, he has been dropping captivating music, and whether he’s singing about reality, love, or sharing stories from the streets, he found the audience for them. He continues to connect with more people around the world, and he’s not slowing down on the work ethic. This time around, he takes us to “Nirvana” with his new album.

Featuring 12 tracks, Jahmiel expands on his artistry on his 3rd studio album, “Nirvana”. He still delivers music with relatable themes and lyrics, but he taps into various sounds here. From Dancehall, to Reggae, to Amapiano, to Pop, he didn’t slouch in the studio. Production on “Nirvana” is mostly handled by Quantanium Records/Patriotz Muzik, but RockIt Muzik makes an appearance on one track. No guest features here, but if there’s a possibility of a remix of some of the album’s tracks featuring some of our favourite Artists, we’re here for it. The Man who started out as a “Little Lion” is now a giant in Jamaican music, and his new album is another chapter of a great story. Join him in Nirvana.

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Navino "Prayers Up" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Navino #DamageMusiq #PrayersUp #SpiritualWarefare #SpiritualWarfareRiddim #Caribbean

.@The_RealNavino Promotes Positive Messages With “Prayers Up”

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Dancehall Music has always been a place where different minds step forth to share stories, share experiences, and promote various messages. While the messages are either good or bad, there is an audience for either of them. Over the years, the genre has welcomed an abundance of acts who have chosen to promote lifestyles that aren’t ethical through their lyrical content. Some promote criminal activities, others promote lifestyles that go against the upbringing of many. With Jamaica being a Christian country, there have been groups that rallied against the content, emphasizing that it’s ungodly, and should be taken off the airwaves. The Artists that perform these songs however, are pushing back with the defense that it’s free speech. While that battle goes underway, Dancehall Artist Navino is taking a different route, and chooses to promote a positive message on the single, “Prayers Up”.

Produced by Damage Musiq on the “Spiritual Warfare Riddim”, Navino walks with God, and he’s leading the charge for the right things on “Prayers Up”. His path doesn’t require him to make music with certain messages like some of his peers, and he can’t go against what is right to make content that glorifies the devil, and acts of evil. His journey is not an easy one, but he is determined to do the right things even when the forces around seek to corrupt him. Navino aims to make music that uplifts, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. “Prayers Up” is a change from the new norm of music being released, and has been receiving great feedback since its debut, with many highlighting the positive messages. The Artist looks to influence more of his peers to follow the path with the content, and encourages listeners to make the right moves for a positive change as the country has had its share of corruption, crime, and violence, and they need to be done away with. A campaign is currently underway to promote the single to various platforms.

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Blak Ryno Motivates With “Great I Am”

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Dancehall Artist Blak Ryno has been counted out a number of times, but he refuses to be lost in the dark. This year alone has seen him build on his catalogue with a number of singles, and more people are paying attention. With that said, he keeps the music going with the release of, “Great I Am“.

Produced by Gain From Pain Musik on the “Gain From Pain Riddim“, Blak Ryno provides some motivation on, “Great I Am”. He is proof that you can come from nothing, and become one of the greats, changing his life from struggles, to success. He shares his gratitude to the most high for the place he is in life, and encourages listeners to have faith along with believing in one’s self, and work towards their ambitions. The Deejay recently shouted out Vybz Kartel on Instagram, and fans are speculating that they have made a connection, and that he’ll reunite with the “World Boss” on stage at the upcoming “Freedom Street” concert in December. Only time will tell. In the meantime, celebrate Blak Ryno!

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"Sampling Byron Lee" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Soca #Ska #Reggae #Music #PopMusic #HipHop #EDM #13thStreetPromotions #ByronLee #ByronLeeandTheDragonaires #SamplingByronLee #Playlist #Sample #Sampling #Spotify #Caribbean

We Look At Songs That Sampled Byron Lee In Our Latest Playlist

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Before the month is over, we want to show respect to an Architect in Jamaican Music. a Man who created a wave in the early years of Ska Music, and made his name prominent in other genres, that soon made him an inspiration, and Icon. His name is Byron Lee, and if there was a “National Heroes Of Jamaican Music” category, he would’ve been on the list. The late Musician/Producer/Entrepreneur took the music to new territories, and has received numerous accolades for his accomplishments. His Dynamics Sounds Studio was one of the best in the Caribbean, he produced classics in multiple genres, and he gave us “Jamaica Carnival“, popularizing Soca Music in Jamaica, making it accessible for everyone. His band, The Dragonaires, became the standard for many bands in the Caribbean, and have been in movies, on the Radio, and at an event near you. Byron Lee has done so much for Jamaican Music, but today we’re highlighting some of the music that sampled the work of Mr. Lee in our latest Playlist.

While the list is not long, we invite you to tune in to some of the hits that Byron Lee produced over the years, and some of the tracks that used his sound to make their own hits. From Ska, to Dancehall, to Hip Hop, Lee’s DNA could be found in some of your faves. Those who are not familiar, can use this Playlist as a start into discovering more from the late Icon. Long live Byron Lee!

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Windel Haye "Haunted House" (1979) on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #WindelHaye #WindewHaye #HauntedHouse #SirCoxsoneDodd #StudioOne #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #Oldies #Caribbean #BarnabasCollins #Vampire #Halloween #DarkShadows

OLDIES SUNDAY: Windel Haye – Haunted House (1979)

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Every year we hear people say, “Jamaicans don’t celebrate Halloween“, yet there are Jamaicans going to costume parties and Halloween-themed events. Make up your minds. Anyway, with October 31 basically around the corner, it’s time we featured a ghostly selection on “Oldies Sunday“. Today, we feature Windel (also known as Windew) Haye, and his single, “Haunted House“.

Produced by Sir Coxsone Dodd and released through Studio One in 1979, Windel Haye stands tall on “Haunted House”. He shares that he’s ready to conquer the beast, and any evil force that wishes to step into his space. Whether day or night, he’s armed, and he’s anticipating a battle. “Haunted House” was inspired by Barnabas Collins, a TV Vampire from the 1960s series, “Dark Shadows” that gained some popularity in Jamaica. Haye’s tune is aimed at the bloodsucking character, as he details how he will eradicate him. The song gained some popularity shortly after its release, and contended with tracks like “Barnabas Collins” by Lone Ranger, which was cited to be an inspiration. It was also released in the early days of Dancehall Music, showcasing the “Toasting” style that would quickly become the wave.

Since the release of “Haunted House”, not much was heard of Windel Haye. “Haunted House” was one of two tracks released by him in 1979, but in 1980, he released “Roots & Herb Style” under the name, “Field Marshall Haye“. “Haunted House” is still mentioned by many. Happy Halloween to those who celebrate it, and those who don’t celebrate it.

Thank You Windel Haye For This Tune!

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