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OLDIES SUNDAY: @QueenOfReggae (Marcia Griffiths) – Melody Life (1968)

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Today’s Oldies Sunday selection comes from the beautiful living legend and Queen of Reggae, Marcia Griffiths. Titled “Melody Life” and produced in 1968 by the late Sir Coxsone Dodd at Studio One, Marcia sings about not seeing the benefits in the long run for being promiscuous and she urges people to settle down with the one person who loves and cares for them. Such a beautiful song and Marcia Griffiths has such a lovely voice.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: @PeterTosh – Glass House (1983)

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Today’s Oldies Sunday selection comes from the late great Winston Hubert McIntosh otherwise known as Peter Tosh. Peter Tosh was a former member of the Bob Marley lead band The Wailers who left later down to pursue a solo career and was successful. “Glass House” was one of Peter Tosh’s many hits. “Glass House” was released in 1983 and produced by Peter Tosh for his Intel-Diplo HIM (Intelligent Diplomat for His Imperial Majesty) label. His song was also featured on his 6th studio album, “Mama Africa” which was released the same year. He sings about people who aim to belittle others while they themselves aren’t doing well with their own lives. In the song he chants the very popular proverb, “If you live in a glass house, don’t throw stones“.

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NEW MUSIC: @DaxLion – Lyrics

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Dax Lion says he’s all about the lyrics in today’s entry. Titled “Lyrics” and produced by Roots Life Productions, Dax speaks on how people are easily influenced by lyrics about nothing but not reaching for lyrics of substance. He also speaks on what real lyrics should do and should be as powerful as the greats like Bob Marley. Pretty cool song, like the message. Check out the SoundCloud below and share your thoughts in the comments section.

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FOUNDATION: Happy Birthday Bob Marley!!

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY BOB!!!! Today, February 6, 2012 marks the 67th birthday of the late Robert Nesta Marley. Reggae Icon, Hitmaker, Timeless Artiste, Father, Jamaican, LEGEND!! Loved the world over and an influence to many, Bob was greatness. In commemoration of his birthday, I invite you to listen to a tribute playlist made by SAFARI SOUNDS. Check it out below….

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