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Top Banks x XKappe "Taxi Man" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #MAndeville #Manchester #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #TopBanks #XKappe #TaxiMan #Jidenna #ClassicMan #SteelChest #BigzMilli #Caribbean #Taxi

One An’ Ready! Top Banks & XKappe Release “Taxi Man”

Posted on July 3, 2026 by swadedavillain

When it comes to traveling in Jamaica, you can take public transportation, or get something private. Most residents go for public transportation in the form of taxis and buses for various reasons, and the atmosphere there is enough for many comedy and drama productions. From hilarious interactions, to hearing colourful language, the life of a public transport operator is one filled with hustle and determination. If you haven’t been driven by a Jamaican Taxi Man, Dancehall Artists Top Banks and XKappe give you an idea in, “Taxi Man“.

Released through Steel Chest Records/Bigz Milli Records/White Life Records, Top Banks and XKappe take over Jidenna’s “Classic Man” Instrumental to share the day to day runnings of a “Taxi Man”. The everyday hustle to get passengers is no easy feat, but when done right, it is rewarding to earn that honest bread. This isn’t without any funny moments and drama, and the Deejays deliver a track that takes our minds off of the daily stress. Banks and XKappe always make for a great collaboration, and “Taxi Man” is bound to be another favourite. The Mandeville-based Artists continue to expand their bases, with Banks looking to take his talents to Canada this month for a number of events. XKappe is still doing numbers with his releases, and his live performances continue to find fans reciting every line. Make space in the vehicle for this one, wi ready fi di road!

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"What's On 13th Street?" Playlist on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #PopMusic #Reggae #HipHop #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Playlist #WhatsOn13thStreet #SpotifyPlaylist #Caribbean

.@MicalTeja, @MckadaMusic, Vybz Kartel, & More Featured In “What’s On 13th Street?”

Posted on July 2, 2026 by swadedavillain

Since March 2025, we premiered a new weekly Playlist called, “What’s On 13th Street?“. Since then, we have featured over 800 new songs from Artists in and outside the Caribbean. Some are your faves, others are legends in the game, and some newcomers. Please show your support for the Playlist by liking/following it on Spotify, share with your friends regularly, and enjoy!

This week for “What’s On 13th Street?“, Mical Teja and Freetown Collective delivered “Crazy Season”, Mckada gets flirty in “6 Love Domino”, Vybz Kartel parties in “The Night Just Begin”, Nordia Mothersille leaves them “Wealthy & Lonely”, Elephant Man gets the ladies to “Bounce & Balance”, Peyton Grae is in need of “Pleasure”, and more.

The “What’s On 13th Street?” Playlist is now available for streaming on Spotify.

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Nelly Cottoy "Licka" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #TrinidadandTobago #Trinidad #Zess #Music #13thStreetPromotions #ZessMusic #NellyCottoy #Licka #MusicVideo #Video #Youtube #BingBangStudioz #StudioImpact #MarDonn #Caribbean

Nelly Cottoy Needs Her “Licka”

Posted on July 1, 2026 by swadedavillain

Kicking old habits are not the easiest of things to do, sometimes the willpower is not strong enough. Those familiar sensations will have a hold on you, and you’ll be caught up in that rapture. Even the “Queen Of Zess” Nelly Cottoy is trying to kick some habits, but in the late night, she is in need of her “Licka“.

Produced by Bing Bang Studioz/Studio Impact on the “Rose Riddim“, Nelly Cottoy folds under pressure all for the love of “Licka”. When you’re trying to go cold turkey and swear off things, sometimes it takes bad timing to get caught up all over again. This Woman however, misses her “liqs” and “licks“. With a flashy music video co-directed with MarDonn, Nelly thought life was getting better, but it was only a matter of time before she was called back in, and reunite with her supplier. Nelly Cottoy is pretty busy this time of year, and with a Caribbean Music Awards nomination on deck along with live show dates, expect to hear even more from her this summer.

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.@OriginalKoffee, @RieOsei, Squash, & More Featured In “What’s On 13th Street?”

Posted on June 25, 2026July 2, 2026 by swadedavillain

This week for “What’s On 13th Street?“, Original Koffee returns with Skillibeng-featured “Rapid Fyah”, Ghanaian Singer Rie Osei’s “Simon Says”, Squash’s viral “Choppa Lessons” single, Munga Honorable’s “Naa Chubble Nobody”, Witty’s “Paradise”, Hope Vocals’ long-awaited “Kumina Medley”, and more.

The “What’s On 13th Street?” Playlist is now available for streaming on Spotify.

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Conrad Crystal "True Love" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #ConradCrystal #TrueLove #ThunderBolt #1986 #Singer #MichaelJeffers #Oldies #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #Riddim #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: Conrad Crystal – True Love (1986)

Posted on June 21, 2026June 28, 2026 by swadedavillain

First off, shout out to all the real Fathers on “Father’s Day”!

A few days ago, we lost another Jamaican Icon. Conrad Crystal, a Singer who definitely had a few children in music along with his own, passed away. On today’s “Oldies Sunday“, we pay tribute to a Man who had a voice that commanded the stage. We go back in time to check out, “True Love“.

Produced by Michael Jeffers and released through the Thunder Bolt Label in 1986, Conrad Crystal sings about two hearts finding their way back to each other in, “True Love”. He reflects on the bond he has with his lady, the conflicts they may have had, and despite them parting ways before, they found their way back to each other. In the end, real love never dies. “True Love” quickly found popularity after its release, and was loved in the homes, and in the streets, becoming a massive hit for the Singer. The single was featured on his 1988 debut album of the same name, and continued to win over fans over the years through live performances, and performances on various Sound Systems. It even got new life in the 2000s when Sugar Roy collaborated with Conrad Crystal on a new version of the track.

Since the release of “True Love”, Conrad Crystal went on to release more music, but they never surpassed the success of “True Love”. Sadly, Crystal passed away on June 17 at the age of 61 after a battle with Cancer. “True Love” still gets plenty love today, and his contributions will not be forgotten.