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OLDIES SUNDAY: A.R.P. – Selena (1998)

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It’s “Oldies Sunday“, and today’s selection is for the smokers. We go back to the 90s to check out Jamaican group A.R.P., and the single, “Selena“.

Produced by Paul Henton on the “M-16 Riddim” and released in 1998, A.R.P. is all about smoking on the best of herbs, and the ladies who love them in, “Selena”. The group, comprised of Orville “Da’Ville” Thomas, Roger “Mitch” Mitchell, Collin “Leon” Gilbert, Patrick “Patchino” Hylton, and Ormando “Orand” Rose-Green, delivered smooth vocals with a flow that plays well with a smoke session, and for those times when you’re getting cozy with the special person. “Selena” became a hit for the group, and helped to place them in the mainstream.

Since the release of “Selena”, A.R.P. went on to become a prominent group in Dancehall/Reggae. They scored big with collaborations with Beenie Man, dealt with a short-lived beef with T.O.K., and released more music until parting ways in the early 2000s. Da’Ville and Mitch went solo, but Da’ville rose to becoming one of Jamaica’s in-demand vocalists for a number of years. They continued to work together through collaborations on Da’Ville’s solo projects, but never reformed. “Selena” continues to be remembered by fans and music lovers.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Innocent Kru – Impossible Train (1998)

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It’s another “Oldies Sunday” moment! We appreciate everyone who has been tuning in for our various selections. Today’s entry takes us back to the late 90s/early 2000s. We check out “Impossible Train” by Innocent Kru.

Produced by Sly & Robbie for Taxi Records and released in 1998, it was a display of lyrics and styles on “Impossible Train” by Innocent Kru. Comprised of cousins Benzly Hype, Dapsy Daps, Copper Kid, and Macka Head, this was the crew’s official debut single, and they kicked off things in a big way. The production sampled the theme music from the hit TV/Film franchise “Mission: Impossible“, and was given the real Dancehall treatment as each member delivered verses that had listeners rewinding. The creation of the track came by accident as it was originally a freestyle on the Riddim. Under the direction of Sly & Robbie, it was suggested to be recorded, and made an official track. “Impossible Train” was an instant hit for Innocent Kru, and crossed over to the International market shortly after its release. The track was featured on the group’s 2001 debut album, “Innocent“, and was a mainstay on many mixes.

Since the release of “Impossible Train”, the Innocent Kru went on to release more music. Members of the group would later venture into solo efforts, but their future successes together and apart never surpassed what “Impossible Train” gave them. Benzly Hype went on to release music, dabbled into TV/Film and released a series called “Me & Mi Kru” that quickly became a hit and featured guest appearances by members of the group, and worked with a number of Artists over the years as a Producer. Dapsy Daps a.k.a. “Clumsy Daps” released music over the years, but passed away in the 2010s. “Impossible Train” remains the group’s biggest hit.

Thank You Innocent Kru For This Classic!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Buccaneer – Bruk Out (@Rancid Remix) (1998)

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Yesterday, we highlighted an Artist that released a Post-Punk single done in Patois. While we made the argument that Jamaicans are capable of doing anything including dabbling in musical genres that may be out of the norm, we wanted to drive that point even further for today’s Oldies Sunday selection. Today we feature Dancehall Artist/Producer Buccaneer’s “Bruk Out (Rancid Remix)“.

Produced by Punk Rock Band Rancid, Buccaneer’s “Bruk Out (Rancid Remix)” was released in 1998 through Main Street Records. The original “Bruk Out” was released in the same year, but was produced by Danny Browne on the “Heavy Metal Riddim“. The track was aimed for the ladies who carried themselves well in and out the streets, who oozed sex appeal, and stood out from the rest. The original version was a hit for Buccaneer, but the Rancid version helped to bring in a new audience for him locally and Internationally. Buccaneer previously dabbled in Opera, Pop, and Hip Hop tracks, so tapping into Rock/Punk Rock was normal for him. Both versions of “Bruk Out” were featured on the 1998 album “Da Opera“, and the Rancid version was featured on the “Give ‘Em The Boot II” compilation album by Hellcat Records.

Since the release of “Bruk Out (Rancid Remix)”, Buccaneer continued to have some success as an Artist and Producer over the years. He showed many to think outside of the box, and he is still recognized for his contributions. Time to bruk out bruk out!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: General B X Ghost – Mr. Boasy & Friend (1998)

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Happy Sunday! Today’s Oldies Sunday selection is for those who like to show off, stunt, keep up appearances, and look down on people, but their priorities aren’t in order. The World is filled with them, but this man chose to call them out many years ago. His name is Dancehall Artist General B, and the track is called, “Mr. Boasy & Friend“.

Produced by Colin “Fatta” Walters on the “Top Shotta Riddim” and released through Colin Fat Records/VP Records in 1998, General B calls out those who always have the most money, have all the high end fashion, driving the latest vehicles, and who carry on like rich snobs. While some may say he is hating, the fact is those same people don’t have their priorities in order to the point where they don’t own anything outside of the fancy things, and one false move may find them homeless and flooded with bills causing embarrassment to themselves and their families. General B shares that he may not have the best of things at the time, but he is confident that at the end of the day, life is more in order than theirs. Fellow Dancehall Artist Ghost makes an appearance on the track by providing the chorus, and compliments General B’s deejaying well. “Mr. Boasy & Friend” was a hit for General B, and was one of many as he was a part of the legendary Monster Shack Crew with Ghost and Roundhead. The single was also featured on the group’s 1998 “Monster Party” album. General B is still active in the Dancehall circles, and has solidified himself as one of the contributors to some of the best years in Jamaican music.

THANK YOU GENERAL B!

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We Look Back At @TonyCDKelly’s “Bookshelf Riddim” In Our Throwback Playlist Series!

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Recently, Dancehall Artist Konshens dropped a new single titled, “Bad Man“. Off his latest “BadMan vs Nice Guy” project, he recruited the classic “Bookshelf Riddim” for the track and gave listeners a dose of the Konz’ sound. Released in 1998, this was produced by legendary Producer Tony “CD” Kelly and released through his K-Licious label. The Riddim featured the hits, “Bookshelf” by Beenie Man, “Deport Them” by Sean Paul, and was sampled by the likes of Ape Drums, Khalia, and Sneakbo.

We’re highlighting the “Bookshelf Riddim” in the latest Playlist in our #13thStreetThrowback series! It’s time to learn a thing or few. Check it out below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

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We Look Back At Danny Browne’s “Filthy Riddim” In Our Throwback Playlist Series!

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With Nicki Minaj’s “Megatron” single out and doing numbers, it’s only right you get a quick history lesson on the sample. Assisting with that, we go into Playlist mode and highlight the “Filthy Riddim” in our #13thStreetThrowback Playlist Series! The Riddim was released in 1998 and produced by Danny Browne for Mainstreet Records. It gave birth to some classics including Lady G.’s “Breeze Off“, Spragga Benz’s “She Nuh Ready Yet“, Mr. Vegas‘ “Heads High“, and General Degree’s “Traffic Blocking“.

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