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KDon & Great Scott "Wine & Kotch" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Atlanta #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #KDon #JustKDon #GreatScott #WineandKotch #Caribbean

.@JustKDon & Great Scott Set To Raise Temperatures With Upcoming “Wine & Kotch” Single

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When it comes to music, it’s the best thing ever invented. When it comes to Jamaican music, everyday is a party. US-based Dancehall Artist Kdon looks to get the party started, but this one involves a different kind of party. He gears up for the release of the new single, “Wine & Kotch”.

Teaming up with Producer Great Scott, Kdon is calling all the ladies front and center with “Wine & Kotch”. Packed with sensual lyrics over solid production, the track encourages fun times, and good vibes all around. Kdon encourages the ladies to be at their best for an enjoyable experience, and the track promises to gain traction and raise temperatures in time for the summer party season, and become one of the year’s Dancehall hits. Kdon and Great Scott have been working together for a number of years, and have released a collection of singles together that have gained some popularity on various music streaming platforms. Following the release of “Wine & Kotch”, plans will be in motion for visual content, and live performances in support of the single. 

Kdon is an Atlanta-based Dancehall Artist who has been on the scene for a number of years. He has a number of singles to his name, has taken his brand to various parts of the globe, and has connected with many in the music industry locally, and internationally. Great Scott is a former NFL-player turned Producer/Songwriter who has been active for many years. He has lent his sound to the likes of R&B group 112, R&B/Pop star Chris Brown, and Actor/Recording Artist Mishon.

Ladies get ready to “Wine & Kotch” when Kdon and Great Scott release the single on April 12 on all digital music streaming platforms. The track is available for pre-order here through DistroKid. To stay up to date with Kdon, follow him on Instagram and TikTok at @JustKdon. To stay up to date with Great Scott, follow him on Instagram at @CallMeGreatScott.

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Sizzla Kalonji US Visa on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Sizzla #SizzlaKalonji #USVisa #WorkVisa #Visa #Caribbean

Sizzla Kalonji Granted US Visa, Recruits New Management

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For over 30 years, Jamaican Icon Sizzla Kalonji has delivered timeless songs with strong messages for the people the world over. He has greatly influenced many of his musical peers, and his contributions to the culture has placed him among legends. Parts of the world have longed for the Artist to grace them with his presence, and in the coming weeks, Sizzla will be making a return to one of them to perform, the United States. 

After a number of years of absence, Sizzla Kalonji will make the highly-anticipated return to the United States for a series of performances. The Artist’s US Work Visa was revoked well over a decade ago, but was granted a Visitor Visa in recent times. His stage presence on US soil was greatly missed however, and his return marks the end of the drought for the fans. Sizzla has been performing in various parts of the world during his absence from the U.S., and with his return, fans can expect him to make appearances at various events in the coming months, and are urged to stay tuned for announcements. As a part of the new developments for the Sizzla Kalonji brand, the Artist recently welcomed Chester Wilkins to the team, who will handle all managerial duties for the Artist. Wilkins has been in the Music Industry for a number of years, has made great contributions in Artist Development, and has provided solutions that have significantly enhanced the music business. Present and future bookings for Sizzla Kalonji will now be handled by the Harmonics Group, a European booking agency, artists management and development company. 

Sizzla Kalonji’s return to the United States is official in 2024. Announcements for upcoming performances will be made in short order on his official Media platforms.

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Minto Play Da Riddim, Warrior, & Charly Black on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #MintoPlayDaRiddim #WarriorWMG #CharlyBlack #OxtailExtraGravy #Music #Caribbean

Minto Play Da Riddim, Warrior, Charly Black To Release “Oxtail (Extra Gravy)”

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2024 looks to be a year of big hits, and Producers Minto Play Da Riddim and Warrior want to be a part of it all. The Producers made great strides last year in their respective fields with Minto officially tapping into the Afrobeats scene, and Warrior bringing his WMG Sound to more people locally, and internationally. They have teamed up a number of times over the years, resulting in a number of hits. Their recent team up included International Dancehall Artist Charly Black, who had a great 2023 that consisted of standout international performances and fiery singles. Together, they present their new single “Oxtail (Extra Gravy)”, and are confident that it will be one of this year’s top bangers.

“Oxtail (Extra Gravy)” is the latest single for the ladies brought to you by Minto Play Da Riddim, Warrior, and Charly Black. Powered by an Afrobeats sound and Dancehall vibes, the track looks to connect with the ladies in a major way, making for a hit that will take over the clubs, spark dance and social media challenges, and rattle speakers around the world. The theme of love is present on the track as Black enjoys the love of his lady “like Oxtail with extra gravy”, a play on the ways many couples profess their love for one another. The track promises to be a mainstay on Valentine’s Day-themed playlists, and be an important entry in love compilations for the rest of the year. As a part of the roll out, the track was exclusively premiered at an event in Trinidad recently, and was well-received immediately. A music video for “Oxtail (Extra Gravy)” is in its development stages along with plans for further promotion of the single.

Get ready for the love vibes like no other when “Oxtail (Extra Gravy)” by Minto Play Da Riddim, Warrior, and Charly Black goes live on February 16 on all digital music streaming platforms.

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Recording Artist Edge on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Edge #Edgeaholic #1994 #Caribbean

EDGE Makes A Return To Music With Upcoming “1994” Single

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Jamaican music has evolved in so many ways over the years, and with the evolutions come a slew of Artists and Creators who take the sounds to different levels. One of the Artists who contributed was James Lawrence a.k.a. EDGE. The St. Ann Rapper has made some noise over the years, has shown up in more ways as an Athlete/Stuntman (we featured his appearance in this Short Film), has collaborated with the likes of Popcaan and Skillibeng, and has earned recognition by brands like OVO Nocta. He took some time away from the music to focus on other things, but now he readies a return with the release of, “1994“.

“1994” will be EDGE’s return to the scene, a tribute to his true creative essence, and will showcase his evolution as an Artist, with a commitment to authenticity and self-expression. The single was produced by Justin “OooThatsJustin” Caine, and will be an experience for listener as he weaves through the captivating production with unique lyrics. “1994” will make its debut as a Music Video directed by Gareth Cobran, and will highlight EDGE’s hometown of Edgecombe in St. Ann, and capture his journey of self-acceptance, his story, and personality.

“I want my fans to know that ‘1994’ is more than just a song; it’s a piece of me. Music has always been my truest form of expression, and with this track, I hope to connect with people on a deeper level, sharing my story and the lessons I’ve learned along the way.“

EDGE will take centerstage with “1994” come February 12 on all digital music streaming platforms.

Follow EDGE on Instagram and Tiktok at @Edgeaholic.

Special shout out to the Tastemaker Group.

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Netflix "The Kitchen" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #UK #Dancehall #Reggae #Movie #13thStreetPromotions #TheKitchen #TheKitchenNetflix #BusySignal #StaySo #BittyMclean #WalkAwayFromLove #Film #Netflix #Caribbean

.@BusySignal_Turf, Bitty Mclean Featured In @Netflix’s “The Kitchen” Film

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Jamaican Music continues to make a bigger presence in more of the things we enjoy, and we love it. Recently, Video Streaming giant Netflix released the Sci-Fi drama, “The Kitchen“. The Film stars British Rapper/Actor Kane “Kano” Robinson and Jedaiah Bannerman, and was directed by Kibwe Tavares, and Daniel Kaluuya, known for the Films “Black Panther“, and “Get Out“. The British Film focuses on the characters Izi and Benji (Played by Robinson and Bannerman respectively) as the manoeuvre through a dystopian future London, as residents of the housing project, “The Kitchen”. The Film is filled with great visuals, and a selection of music that range from 80s hits, to Afrobeat, to UK Rap, to familiar Jamaican music that we share with you below.

Music from “The Kitchen” included the Jamaican hits “Stay So” by Dancehall Artist Busy Signal, and a dub version of “Walk Away From Love” from British Reggae Singer, Bitty McLean. “Stay So” was produced by Dameon Gayle for Warriors Musick on the “New Box Riddim“, and released in 2017. “Walk Away From Love” is a cover of US Singer David Ruffin’s 1975 hit, and featured production from the era of Duke Reid productions on his Treasure Isle label. Both the dub and single versions of “Walk Away” are featured on McLean’s 2004 album, “On Bond Street KGN. JA.“. Both songs have made significant marks in the careers of the respective Artists, and adds to the ever-stirring pot of cultures that Immigrants have shared with the British scene as highlighted in the Film. “The Kitchen” has already gained favourable reviews online, and is a top 10 Film on Netflix. Check it out today.

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Alexx A-Game on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #AlexxAGame #AlexGallimore #BobMarleyOneLove #OneLoveMovie #BobMarleyBiopic #PeterTosh #Movie #Film #Caribbean

Alexx A-Game To Make Acting Debut In @OneLoveMovie

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Last year, we highlighted that come 2024, an official Biopic on the life of the late Reggae legend Bob Marley will be released. Titled “Bob Marley: One Love”, we shared that a number of prominent names in Jamaican music will make their acting debuts as key characters. One name, who will also play a key character, wasn’t announced until recently. His name is Alex Gallimore, but the music scene knows him as Alexx A-Game.

Alexx A-Game will make his acting debut in the long-awaited “Bob Marley: One Love” Film. Playing the role of the legendary Peter Tosh, A-Game knows that his role is very important as the late Tosh was a founding member of The Wailers along with Marley and the late Bunny Wailer, and an iconic figure in Reggae Music. “I’m still searching for words to express the feeling,” shared an ecstatic A-Game in a recent Instagram post. “I’m more than honored to be a part of the telling of the legendary story of BOB MARLEY. It has been a life changing experience. Thanks to Avy Kaufman, Reinaldo Marcus-Green, Ziggy Marley, and Paramount Pictures and the rest of the team for trusting me with the role of an iconic and legendary figure such as ‘Peter Tosh’. I got a chance to work with some of the most amazing people in Film/Production who are now family.“

Alexx A-Game, a former member of the Blu Print Band, has been an active as a solo Artist since the early 2010s, releasing a number of singles including “A-Game Everyday“, “Double” featuring Tory Lanez, “Rise Up Now“, “Go Harder“, and a couple Mixtapes including “Real ‘N’ True Vol. 1“. An Artist and Producer under his New Level Music Group label, he looks to release a number of singles this year including “More Life” on January 19, and increase his presence as a Creative. Fans and newcomers can look forward to A-Game’s Film debut when “Bob Marley: One Love” hits Theatres on February 14.

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