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OLDIES SUNDAY: Derrick Harriott – Walk The Streets (1967)

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On Saturday October 24, the world learned that Recording Artist/Producer/Businessman Derrick Harriott passed away. For decades, Harriott thrilled listeners with his music, contributed to many hits over the years, and provided an outlet for music fans and enthusiasts via his well-known music shop. For today’s “Oldies Sunday” selection, we remember Derrick Harriott by highlighting his music. Today, we go back in time to check out, “Walk The Streets“.

The self-produced “Walk The Streets” was released through Crystal Records in 1967 and is a cover of The Tams’ 1964 “You Might As Well Forget Him“, found Derrick Harriott speaks to a Woman who is experiencing heartbreak as the Man she pursued didn’t share the same feelings for her, and has walked out of her life. Harriott shares that there’s a downside when it comes to love, and takes the time to comfort the Woman. Harriott’s smooth delivery connected instantly with listeners, and quickly became a chart-topping hit. The song was featured on his 1967 album, “Rock Steady Party” along with a number of compilations, and became one of his signature songs. It was also covered by Errol Dunkley.

Since the release of “Walk The Streets”, Derrick Harriott scored more hits, produced for a number of Artists, collected awards and accolades, and launched a business that has served Jamaica for decades. He possessed a musical style that was loved by many, and he was a go-to Artists when it came to live events. Derrick Harriott passed away at his home on October 24, 2026, leaving behind a solid legacy, and will inspire many for generations to come. “Walk The Streets” is one of his more popular releases.

THANK YOU DERRICK HARRIOTT FOR THIS TRACK! SLEEP WELL.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Ernest Wilson – Money Worries (1967)

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We’re in the month of September, and like other months, the bills are here. In the Caribbean, September starts the new school year, and everything from the tuition to the school supplies are pricey. Some parents have been saving for most of the year, and still come up short. No matter the year or decade, there has been a song about cost of living, and today’s “Oldies Sunday” selection covers one of them. Today, we go back in time to check out Ernest Wilson’s “Money Worries“.

Produced by “Sir Coxsone” Dodd and released through Studio One in 1967, Ernest Wilson cries at the rising costs of everything in, “Money Worries”. He shares how the everyday Man is affected as they work hard, only to receive so little in the end. He also sheds light on his family life as even putting gas in the car puts a major dent in the household funds. “Money Worries” quickly became a hit for Wilson, and spawned a number of remixes over the years, with other Producers getting involved. The relatable lyrics were true then, and still holds weight today.

Since the release of “Money Worries”, Ernest Wilson continued to release music. His music releases were short-lived, and he would work as an Aviation Supervisor at the Norman Manley International Airport. He was the founding member of The Clarendonians with Peter Austin, and he introduced a young Freddie McGregor (who was sometimes a member, and was a part of a duo with Wilson) to Coxsone Dodd, and the rest is history. Ernest Wilson passed away in 2021, but many still remember his numerous releases, including “Money Worries”.

THANK YOU ERNEST WILSON FOR THIS TRACK!

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.@MarkJGolding Rings In The Holidays With “Someday At Christmas” Cover

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First off, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to our readers, viewers, subscribers, and connoisseurs of music. May the holidays bring some joy, some good times, and help to repair wounds and bonds. What better way to celebrate the holidays than to share a performance? We know Ministers of Government and Politicians rule the stage with talking points, but what about those who have other talents? Leader of the People’s National Party (PNP) Mark J. Golding, MP was never afraid to share his talents, and today delivers, “Someday At Christmas“.

Covering the 1967 classic by Stevie Wonder, Mr. Mark J. Golding spreads some holiday love with a performance of, “Someday At Christmas”. Emphasizing that the word is “Love”, Golding is joined by fellow Singers including Duane Stephenson to share something that is beyond political aspirations. While many still aren’t feeling the holiday spirit, we hope today is the start for many to regain it come Christmas 2026. We send love to those who are missing someone special today, those who are on the job, those who have lost hope, and those who still believe, may there be even for a moment some smiles, and love. All the best for the holidays.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: The Paragons – On The Beach (1967)

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It’s Summer, and it’s time to have some fun. How about some music to go with it? Today on “Oldies Sunday“, we’re highlighting a song that you could call a “Summer Song“. We go back in time to check out The Paragons’ “On The Beach“.

Produced by Sonia Pottinger with arrangement by Tommy McCook & The Supersonics and released through Treasure Isle in 1967, it’s time to revel in some fun with The Paragons’ “On The Beach”. The group, consisting of John Holt, Garth Evans, Bob Andy, and Howard Barrett, delivered harmonies and good vibes with their song that painted the picture of days at the beach with friends, playing music to dance all the time to, and having fun like it’s never gonna end. “On The Beach” quickly became a hit for The Paragons, and ended up becoming one of the group’s best releases. The single would later be featured on their 1967 album, “On The Beach With The Paragons“. “On The Beach” would later be sampled by Microphones Killarz, and covered by band member John Holt, Byron Lee and The Dragonaires, and Wayne Wade.

Since the release of “On The Beach”, The Paragons would go on to release more music until John Holt left in 1970 to pursue a solo career. Garth Evans would also leave for solo endeavours, and The Paragons would go through a few band and name changes before disbanding. The group would reform in the late 70s, and would perform over the years. Evans, Holt, and Bob Andy would pass away in 2000, 2014, and 2020 respectively. “On The Beach” would remain one of their biggest releases.

Thank You The Paragons For This Classic!

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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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.@FousheeLive Samples Prince Buster’s “Ghost Dance” For Her “war” Single

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New Jersey-based Recording Artist Fousheé recently announced her upcoming sophomore album, “Pointy Heights“. Dedicated to the St. Catherine community of Pointy Heights and her Jamaican background, Fousheé looks to deliver some of her best music yet while tapping in some sounds from the Caribbean. The sound is evident in her newest single, “war“.

Fousheé handles the production on her new single, “war”, as she speaks on the need for peace and harmony as she has had times where there were conflicts in her life. She makes note that there is power in the tongue, and she is having the kind of peace where she’ll even pray for her opps. Her vocals emphasize the peace that many of us need, but the production taps into a sound that may perk some ears. “war” features a sample of the late Ska Pioneer Prince Buster’s 1967 track, “Ghost Dance“. The self-produced track features Buster having a conversation with a friend who is no longer among the living through the writing of a letter, and sending well wishes to others who have passed away. The track also features backing vocals from a young Lee “Scratch” Perry (ah, duppies...), and was featured on the 1967 album, “Judge Dread“.

Fousheé looks to bring a new vibe to the world when she releases her “Pointy Heights” album on September 13, through RCA Records.

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