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Roy Shirley "Hold Them" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Rocksteady #Music #13thStreetPromotions #RoyShirley #HoldThem #JoeGibbs #1967 #Oldies #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: Roy Shirley – Hold Them (1967)

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As the Summer season winds down in its final few weeks, we wanted to keep listeners grooving until the end, and we hope to accomplish that with our “Oldies Sunday” selection. Today, we go back to the 1960s with Roy Shirley’s “Hold Them“.

Produced by Joe Gibbs and Lee “Scratch” Perry for his then Amalgamated Records and released in 1967, Roy Shirley was having a party in “Hold Them”. Considered the first Rocksteady single, “Hold Them” was made to get the people moving, and make anywhere a dance floor. Backed by energetic production, the track quickly became a hit locally and Internationally, and topping the music charts for 6 months in Jamaica, but it almost never happened. During the recording stages, Shirley tried to record the song in Ska style, but it wasn’t clicking. He tried to record it with Slim Smith (a friend and bandmate in the group “The Uniques“) and Ken Boothe, but during the failure of that route he was suggested to do it by himself in his own style by Musician/Singer Gladstone “Gladdy” Anderson. The song was rejected by a number of Producers at first, but recording it with Joe Gibbs was a move in a positive direction, and the rest was history.

Since the release of “Hold Them”, Roy Shirley went on to release more music, and perform in various parts of the world. Shirley passed away in 2008, leaving behind a legacy that connects with many today. “Hold Them” remains one of his biggest songs.

Thank You Roy Shirley For this Classic! Sleep Well.

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St.Lazarus a.k.a. Bakersteez "MOB TIES" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #HipHop #Music #13thStreetPromotions #BakerSteez #StLazarus #MobTies #Visualizer #Caribbean #Rapper

Bakersteez Releases “MOB TIES” Under New Name, “St.Lazarus”

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Rapper Bakersteez is going through some changes. Earlier this year, he had an online spat which resulted in a number of bizarre Social Media posts, and the public being concerned about his Mental Health. With the Summer nearing its end, Steez returns to the scene with new music, and a new name. Get familiar with St.Lazarus, and his new track, “MOB TIES“.

Whether you want to call him Bakersteez or St.Lazarus, “MOB TIES” finds the Rapper becoming more aware of the people around him. In a time when people can be deceptive and are quick to betray loved ones for material gain, Steez requires some action to go along with the words and promises people say to him. He speaks on people wanting to take his life, negative conversations being shared about him and his character, and he’s being more cautious. He’d rather do bad all by himself than to surround himself with fake people, and you can’t be mad at that. Here’s to St.Lazarus becoming more consistent with the music for the rest of the year, and let’s see what the future holds for him. Be careful out there.

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Bugle "Apex" album on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Bugle #BugleAn9ted #Apex #Album #Caribbean

.@BugleAn9ted Releases New “Apex” Album

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Reggae/Dancehall Artist Bugle continues to be one of the leading voices in the Jamaican music scene. Providing powerful messages through his various releases, the respect for him goes far, and his following continues to grow. Ready to make an even bigger impact, he shares his newest album, “Apex“.

Featuring 16 tracks, Bugle’s “Apex” album is the follow up to the critically-acclaimed album, “Toxicity“. The new album brings that signature Bugle sound with an additional charge as the Deejay aims to connect with more people. The album dabbles in Social Commentary, love, Rastafari, provides motivation for the listener going through their hardships. Production on “Apex” includes the likes of Evidence Music, AC Records, DJ Bambino, Mr. G, Inna Mi House Music, Vas Production, and Bugle himself for An9ted Music. The album also hosts a number of guest appearances that include Tifa, Buju Banton, Damian Marley, GiHRL, Maxi Priest, Chaps, Military Man, Capleton, Ras Shadai, Rory Stonelove, and Barrington Levy. Bugle also pays tribute to a few classic songs o the album, music enthusiasts will quickly pick up on them. Bugle delivers nothing but good music, and this new album is no different. Tune in.

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TRKSTR "Proud Of Me" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #HyperPop #ALTHipHop #AltRock #Music #13thStreetPromotions #TRKSTR #ProudOfMe #Ekove #Caribbean

TRKSTR Shares Ekove-Produced, “Proud Of Me”

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A few weeks ago, we introduced to you a Jamaican HyperPop/AltHip Hop Artist TRKSTR, and since then, he has been working on new music. Still finding his place on the scene, we believe many more will get familiar in no time. In the meantime, he shares the new single, “Proud Of Me“.

Produced by Ekove, support is the topic here on TRKSTR’s “Proud Of Me”. While he acknowledges his current status as an Artist on the rise, he speaks on someone in his corner who has been there in every step of the way. The journey can be a difficult one that is taxing mentally and physically, but he is thankful for that person who gives him confidence, support, and hope. Ekove’s production gives TRKSTR’s lyrics plenty support throughout, and the track is a testimony that support from the right place can mean the world. Something new to tune in to.

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Starr Dane "Wha Gwaan" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #StarrDane #DZLRecords #DaleVirgo #WhaGwaan #Caribbean

.@DZLRecords Shares Starr Dane’s Final Single, “Wha Gwaan”

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On July 2, the Jamaican music scene received news of the passing of Dancehall Artist, Starr Dane. The Deejay was on the rise showing great promise with his releases over the years, but his life was tragically taken in Los Angeles, California. A member of the Dale Virgo-founded DZL Records, he shared his skillset with many Artists, and always promoted positivity in his conversations. In order to preserve his memory, it is encouraged for listeners to get familiar with his previously-released work, and now his latest single, “Wha Gwaan“.

Produced by Dale Virgo, “Wha Gwaan” is Starr Dane’s final recorded track. The track delves into some Social Commentary as Dane questions the Island’s rising crime rate, the corruption, the deception by those in power, and the imbalance in the way of life for the citizens. Dane asks the right questions here, and the track looks to inspire others to ask the same questions, with more action into getting the answers and fixing things. The late Deejay’s final entry should not go by the wayside, and should encourage positive change for not only Jamaica, but for the rest of the world where the issues also reside. Sleep well, Starr Dane.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: The Visionaires – Marcus Garvey (1982)

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Yesterday (August 17) was celebrated as the birthday of the late Rt. Excellent Marcus Mosiah Garvey. The Pan-Africanist was Jamaica’s first National Hero, and inspired many Civil Rights Activists, Rastafarians, The Nation Of Islam, and Black Power Movements. His teachings and influence continues to connect with many generations, but on “Oldies Sunday“, we look back at one of his tributes. Today’s selection comes from the Roots Reggae Band, The Visionaires and their track, “Marcus Garvey“.

Produced by Austin Hutson and released through the Orthodox Label in 1982, The Visonaires shared the importance of the Rt. Excellent Marcus Garvey in “Marcus Garvey”. The track champions for the philosophical works of Garvey to be taught in the schools, and encourage more people to learn about him and become more conscious of themselves. The band also speaks on Garvey’s prophecies that have come to pass, and call out those who try to eradicate his name and works from the public. “Marcus Garvey” was featured on the band’s only album, “To Have A Home“, which was featured in 1982, and gained popularity locally and Internationally. Not much information is out there about The Visionaires, but the band consisted of Audley Watson, Basil Gayle, and Winston Dudney. “Marcus Garvey” is still played today, especially during Marcus Garvey celebrations.

Thank You The Visionaires For This Classic!

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