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OLDIES SUNDAY: Neville Martin – The Message (1976)

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On September 3, Jamaica will be a part of another General Election. The Jamaica Labour Party, the People’s National Party, and Independent parties will vie for the top spot, which will be made possible by the voting public. This platform WILL NOT tell you who to vote for, but we will provide music that reflected on this grand (and stressful) event. On “Oldies Sunday” today, we’d like to highlight music that aided in or was a part of previous Elections. Today, we look back at Neville Martin’s “The Message“.

Produced by Clancy Eccles and released through Clan Disc/Clancy Records in 1976, Neville Martin delivered something that the people needed to hear in, “The Message”. Released 2 weeks before the 1976 Jamaican General Election, Martin shared that his choice for leadership was all Jamaican, had the right ideas for progress, and was for the people. Martin’s song praised the works on the People’s National Party, which was lead by Michael Manley, as they implemented a number of projects that helped to advance the Island since the party’s victory in the 1972 Elections. The song quickly became popular for not only Martin, but Eccles, as they were closely aligned with the PNP, and it helped to sway the voting public into investing in the PNP, as the party wasn’t performing well in the polls. The PNP would go on to win the Election, and hold the seats until losing power to the JLP in 1980.

Neville Martin’s “The Message” continues to hold a significant place in the PNP’s music catalogue, and can be heard during their political rallies over the years. Both the PNP and JLP have their share of anthems, but “The Message” has always been a stand out track. Whoever you vote for on September 3, make sure it’s the right choice.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Lorna Bennett – Dancing To My Own Heartbeat (1976)

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Today we close off “Women’s History Month“ for 2025 with an Oldies Sunday selection. We give thanks for the many great Women who have made significant contributions to Music, and we look forward to more of them creating History as time goes by. Today’s selection on comes from Lorna Bennett with the track, “Dancing To My Own Heartbeat“.

Produced by Tony Scott and Pluto Shervington who also wrote it, and released through the Wild Flower label in 1976, Lorna Bennett was in a disco mood on “Dancing To My Own Heartbeat”. She speaks about the vibe when music is played, and how people react it, but she pays special attention to one Man who she admires. She watches how his body moves to the rhythm that she produces, and it does something amazing to her. “Dancing To My Own Heartbeat” quickly gained attention in Jamaica, and became a hit for the younger crowd. The single was Lorna’s first after taking a break from music to pursue her Law studies in Barbados. Lorna’s version of the track wouldn’t be the only recording that was released, but it still gained popularity for quite some time. Lorna Bennett was already a hitmaker as she became the first Jamaican Woman to top the Island’s singles charts for five years.

After the release of “Dancing To My Own Heartbeat”, Lorna Bennett decided to quit music to open her Law practice in St. Elizabeth. She returned to music briefly in the 2000s, then quit again to manage the career of her son, Recording Artist Protoje, who has made an indelible mark in Jamaican music. “Dancing To My Own Heartbeat” is played and loved by many to this day.

Thank You Lorna Bennett For This Hit!

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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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OLDIES SUNDAY: Jesse Green – “Nice & Slow” (1976)

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How about a lil Disco? On today’s “Oldies Sunday“, we go back in time to a time when Jamaicans found success in the Disco era. Get ready to dance to Jesse Green’s “Nice & Slow“.

Produced by Ken Gibson and Dave Howman, “Nice & Slow” was released in 1976 through Scepter Records. Jesse Green made delivered some feel good vibes on “Nice & Slow”. With a solid production that included flutes and horns, and some soulful vocals, “Nice & Slow” became one that caught on to you quickly, and you can’t help but dance up a storm to. “Nice & Slow” was also featured as the opening track for the 1976 album of the same name. The track was a minor hit for Green having gained #1 placements in Belgium and in The Netherlands, but became an International hit when it was given a remix in later years. Jesse Green was a member of the vocal trio The Pioneers, and played Drums with Jimmy Cliff in the 1970s. He continued to release more music after “Nice & Slow”, and they have done relatively well in the US and the UK. One thing for sure, many still remember his hit from the Disco era.

thank you jesse green!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Tappa Zukie – Freedom (1976)

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Break the chains and kick down the gates, it’s Emancipation Sunday on Oldies Sunday! Parts of the Caribbean recognize August 1 (and August 2 on weekdays if the 1st is on a weekend) as Emancipation Day. It’s a day that commemorates the abolition of slavery, but we’re still fighting against many other forms of depression around the world. Today’s Oldies Sunday selection comes from the great Tappa Zukie with his track, “Freedom“.

Produced by Tappa Zukie and released through the KLIK Label in 1976. “Freedom” finds Tappa Zukie calling for the liberation of black people who have been held captive for centuries. He flexes a mix of singing and toasting inna dub style on the track, and he can be heard saying “freedom a wha di natty dread want…” throughout. The song came around the time when black consciousness was at an all time high, and it makes its mark an important song of the times, with messages that are still relevant today. “Freedom” was included on Zukie’s 1976 album, “MPLA“. As we recognize an important day, may we still fight to break the new chains of oppression.

Thank You Tappa Zukie!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: @CharMaxRomeo – Chase The Devil (1976)

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Today’s Oldies Sunday selection comes from “The Son Of Selassie” a.k.a. Max Romeo. Titled “Chase The Devil“, this was produced by Lee “Scratch” Perry with backing by “The Upsetters” band in 1976 for Island Records. It was also a single included in Max’s 4th studio album, “War Inna Babylon“. The song brings forth a “Good conquering evil” theme where the Devil is being a negative force on Earth and when Max dons his Iron shirt, he will fight the Devil and send him to outer space. Max later explained that the Devil is everything negative in our minds and the Iron shirt is our strength of spirit that allows one to cast out the Devil.

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