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OLDIES SUNDAY: Serial Kid – Little Shatta (1999)

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May is recognized as “Child’s Month“. During this time on “Oldies Sunday“, we highlight some of our former Child stars. Many of our favourites started out in their much younger day, and either found success then, or it helped to develop their careers later in life. Today, we go back into time to check out Teen Recording Artist Serial Kid, and her track, “Little Shatta“.

Produced by “Computer Paul” Henton on the “M-16 Riddim” and released through Bootcamp Records in 1999, Serial Kid shares for her affection for a Man who is running the streets in, “Little Shatta”. Infatuation is the name of the game here, and Kid highlights some of the things that she admires in him, even though he lives a life that’s not positive. This is an example of the good girl liking bad boys, which continues to be a reality in today’s world. “Little Shatta” gained some traction for Serial Kid, and was one of the popular entries on the “M-16 Riddim”.

After the release of “Little Shatta”, Serial Kid would release a few more singles. She even made appearances at events like Sting, and Reggae Sumfest. With a lack of support from the music industry despite having great potential and co-signs from a number of prominent Producers, she would leave the music industry shortly after. Her small collection of singles however are still loved by many. “Little Shatta” is still played by many today.

THANK YOU SERIAL KID FOR THIS TUNE!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Vibes Cartel – Drive By (1999)

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It’s the first “Oldies Sunday” entry of 2024! We hope to put you on to many more classic tunes and underrated tunes from back in the day. Today, we celebrate the birthday of a Dancehall legend named Vybz Kartel. But before he became the Icon we know today, he was known as an upcoming Artist named Addi Banton, who along with Mr. Lee and Escobar, were a part of group in the mid-1990s called, Vibes Cartel. We highlight their track, “Drive By“.

Produced by Computer Paul on the “Scorpion Riddim“, this was released through Boot Camp Records in 1999. The track features melodies, some badman lyrics, and a different kind of energy as the group deejays about not taking disrespect from anyone, being superior to anyone out, and emphasizing that they will retaliate when threats come their way. “Drive By” quickly became a known track, and it received a lot of airplay in Jamaica (Editor’s note: I remember hearing about “Vibes Cartel” on FAME FM (big up Alrick & Boyd), and I believe this was the track that was making its rounds.). The group also made its name be known throughout Jamaica through a series of live performances, bringing lyrics and a striking presence that stood out every time.

Since the release of “Drive By”, the Vibes Cartel group disbanded soon after. Mr. Lee and Escobar went on to pursue other endeavours, while Addi Banton made his name writing for a few Dancehall Artists including Bounty Killa who took him under his wing, and becoming a solo Artist. Addi kept the Vibes Cartel name, made some modifications, and became the Dancehall Enigma known forever as, Vybz Kartel. Mr. Lee made a few attempts as a solo Artist, going under the name Tsunami 1876. Escobar made musical efforts during and after Vibes Cartel, and even recorded a number of tracks with Vybz throughout the 2000s. While many know of Vybz Kartel who celebrates his 48th birthday today, not many know of Vibes Cartel. Here’s a little bit of History.

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