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Ambelique "Penny Lover" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Alabama #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Ambelique #PennyLover #LionelRichie #TaxiGang #TaxiRecords #SlyandRobbie #SlyDunbar #RobbieShakespeare #1997 #CoverSong #Valentines #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #Caribbean #OldiesSunday #Oldies #OldSchool

OLDIES SUNDAY: Ambelique – Penny Lover (1997)

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Welcome to February. We kick off Reggae Month, celebrate the birthday of the late Dennis Brown, recognize Black History Month, and celebrate love. It’s “Oldies Sunday“, and before we start off, we salute the late Sly Dunbar known to many from the Production duo Sly & Robbie who passed away on January 26. Today’s selection is all about love and remembering the greats. We go back in time to check out “Penny Lover” by Ambelique.

Produced by Sly & Robbie and released through the Taxi label in 1997, it’s all about a deep desire for that special someone in Ambelique’s “Penny Lover”. The track is a Reggae cover of US Singer Lionel Richie’s 1984 hit single, and Ambelique does it justice with his unique vocals, pulling in the listener who is focused on love. Sly & Robbie’s top tier production adds well to the powerful track, and it became a hit for listeners. “Penny Lover” was featured on the 1997 album, “Sings The Classics“, and was included in a number of Sly & Robbie projects following including the GRAMMY Award-winning “Friends” album.

Since “Penny Lover”, Ambelique continued to release more music. He is still active, and in 2024 he released the album “Blind Spot“. Though “Penny Lover” is a cover, it’s still loved by many around the world.

Thank You Ambelique For This Classic!

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Mark J Golding "Someday At Christmas" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Music #Christmas #13thStreetPromotions #MarkJGolding #PNP #PeoplesNationalParty #StevieWonder #SomedayAtChristmas #ChristmasDay #Cover #CoverSong #Caribbean

.@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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Cris Cab "Is This Love" Bob Marley Cover on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Miami #Jamaica #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #CrisCab #BobMarley #IsThisLove #Cover #CoverSong #BobMarleyandTheWailers #Kaya #Caribbean

.@CrisCab Returns With @BobMarley’s “Is This Love” Cover

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We’ve often said on here that Caribbean music hits different. Jamaican music is the vibe, and we know its effects when it touches people around the world. The Island is home to the legendary Bob Marley, and his music has inspired so much. One of the persons to be affected by his music is Miami-based Recording Artist/Musician Cris Cab. He first emerged on the scene in 2011, and scored an International hit in 2013 with “Liar, Liar“. He decided to go on a hiatus for some time, but recently returned to the scene with a special release. He presents his cover of Bob Marley’s classic, “Is This Love“.

With a Music Video directed by Andrew and Daniel Terry, Cris Cab takes it to the seashore and the Studio for his “Is This Love” cover. Armed with his Guitar, Cab delivers in the best way he knows to do the iconic song justice. “Is This Love” was originally performed by Bob Marley & The Wailers and released in 1978. The track was featured on the “Kaya” album, and later the “Legend” compilation album. It was certified Gold and Platinum in a number of countries, and was also covered by the likes of Rihanna, Carly Simon, Adam Lambert, and Corrine Bailey Rae, who won a GRAMMY for it in 2012. It was also sampled by Outkast, James Blunt, Toosii, and Prince among others. Cris Cab returns to music in fine style.

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Janeel Mills Covers An Amy Winehouse Classic In “Johnny”

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Jamaican Songbird Janeel Mills has been blessing the world with her voice, and gracing stages for a number of years. She has worked with some of your favourite Artists, and special moments are made instantly when she sings her first note. Recently, she tapped into one of her musical inspirations for a track called, “Johnny“.

Produced by Makiri Whyte, Janeel Mills channels the late Amy Winehouse in “Johnny”. Covering the 2007 hit single “Valerie“, Mills gives us a different perspective with her cover as she speaks of a Man she loves. “Valerie” was originally recorded by English Indie Rock Band The Zutons in 2006, but was covered the same year by Winehouse, and released in 2007 as a collaboration with Producer Mark Ronson. The song went on to go 3x Platinum. Mills not only does the cover justice, but give it a Reggae feel from its original Pop/Jazz sound. Accompanying the track is a Music Video directed by Ifidel Williams, and it finds Janeel reminiscing on the good times with her lover, in between solo performances of the track. Tune in to something that will bring some calm your way. R.I.P. Amy Winehouse.

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"Jamaica Sings Michael Jackson" Playlist on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Music #Reggae #PopMusic #KingOfPop #MJ #13thStreetPromotions #MichaelJackson #MichaelJosephJackson #MichaelJacksonPlaylist #JamaicaSingsMichaelJackson #Playlist #Spotify #Caribbean #ChristopherMartin #SugarMinott #BujuBanton #WayneWonder #RuddyThomas #VybzKartel #JuniorReid #Shinehead #MonsterShackCrew #Ghost #Sanchez #TarrusRiley #CoverSongs

Check Out A Few Jamaican Covers Of @MichaelJackson Classics In Our New Playlist!

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A few years ago, we celebrated the late “King Of Pop” Michael Jackson by highlighting some of the popular Jamaican songs that covered his classics. Michael Jackson had and still has a strong musical influence on Jamaica, and tributes are made to him in various ways. Today, we present to you a special Playlist highlighting a few more covers called, “Jamaica Sings Michael Jackson!“.

Consisting of 20 tracks, we have a selection of Artists who all shared a love for Michael Jackson and his music, and they paid tribute to him in their own way. From Sugar Minott, to Vybz Kartel, to Tarrus Riley, to Christopher Martin, to Junior Reid, enjoy these few minutes of great music. Michael Jackson would’ve been 65 today, and many people around the world are celebrating his life and legacy. Long live the King Of Pop!

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.@DamianMarley Covers The @GeorgeHarrison Classic, “My Sweet Lord”

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When it comes to the “Marley” name, it has transcended generations. Damian “Junior Gong” Marley has faithfully carried on the legacy of his father Bob Marley, and created his own legacy that will be carried on by his offspring. For his latest release, he has tapped into another name that has contributed to another name that transcended generations. Marley steps out with “My Sweet Lord“.

The self-produced “My Sweet Lord” is Damian Marley’s Reggae cover of the 1970 classic that was performed by the late George Harrison. Harrison was a former member of the Iconic Rock band, The Beatles, and “My Sweet Lord” was his debut release as a solo Artist. It was also the first #1 song to be released by a ex-Beatle. Marley shared his love of the track recently, and was unaware that his father had crossed paths with the Rock band during their heyday. Marley didn’t do anything extra with the track, just lent his voice, bringing together fans of Junior Gong, Bob Marley, George Harrison, and The Beatles together. Hallelujah!

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