Tag: Dave Kelly

Nicki Minaj x Skillibeng x Skeng "Forward From Trini" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #TrinidadandTobago #QueensNY #NewYork #HipHop #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #NickiMinaj #PinkFriday2 #Skeng #Skillibeng #ForwardFromTrini #Caribbean

.@Skillibeng, Skeng Join @NickiMinaj On “Forward From Trini”

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After much anticipation, Rapper Nicki Minaj finally released her long-awaited “Pink Friday 2” album. Having been 5 years since her last release, she looks to take back her rightful place in music as she stepped back to have a family, dropping singles here and there. She also celebrates her birthday with this album. The 22 track album finds Nicki in her element along with some new vibes. A few of her friends show up throughout, including Dancehall Artists Skeng and Skillibeng on the track, “Forward From Trini“.

Produced by Basbeats and Melio Sounds, Nicki Minaj, Skeng, and Skillibeng take it to the Islands with their new collaborations. Armed with slick lines and their respective energies on the track, “Forward From Trini” looks to be a standout on “Pink Friday 2”. The track also sampled elements of the “Stink Riddim“, which was produced by Dave Kelly, and released in 1996. The Riddim featured hits by Wayne Wonder, Beenie Man, Baby Cham, and the late Captain Barkey. Skilli first worked with Nicki on the remix of “Crocodile Teeth” in 2021, while Skeng gained a new audience after Nicki hopped on his “Likkle Miss” single last year. Maybe we get a music video for this one. Nicki Minaj continues to show love to Jamaica, maybe she will perform her album on the Island soon. Barbz roll out!

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Bounty Killa x Cham "Time Bomb EP" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #BountyKilla #BountyKiller #Cham #BabyCham #TimeBombEP #TimeBomb #Caribbean

Bounty Killa & @TheCham Celebrate Decades-Long Friendship With “Time Bomb EP”

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“Me and my crew, we’re on another level” – Killa x Cham “Another Level” (1999)

Bounty Killa and Cham are Dancehall legends, and their contributions to the Jamaican music scene were not unnoticed. From hit singles to their influences since the 90s, their continued dedication to the music must be applauded. Two friends who once became rivals, they look to celebrate their connection in the best ways possible. It has been anticipated for some time, but it’s finally here. Tune in now to their collaborative EP, “Time Bomb“.

Featuring 7 tracks, Bounty Killa and Cham’s “Time Bomb EP” is a testament to their decades-long friendship. Their styles still compliment each other, and they deliver some of their best work on the EP. Featuring production completely by Dave Kelly and Madhouse Production, listeners will keep this one on repeat. Dexta Daps and Idris Elba join in on the great vibes, adding their unique styles to the project. Bounty and Cham continue to add to their respective legacies, and we can look forward to see what’s next to come from them in the future.

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Tanya Stephens - "Yuh Nuh Ready Fi Dis Yet" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #TanyaStephens #WomensHistoryMonth #Caribbean #Dancehall #Music

OLDIES SUNDAY: @Tanya_Stephens – Yuh Nuh Ready Fi Dis Yet (1996)

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Women’s History Month is being recognized on the Blog this month. How can we not highlight a Woman who is one of the Jamaica’s greatest Artists? In some circles she is hailed as one of Jamaica’s greatest Lyricists, and in other circles she is considered a criminally underrated Artist. For Oldies Sunday, we feature Tanya Stephens and her single, “Yuh Nuh Ready Fi Dis Yet“.

Produced by Dave Kelly on the “Joy Ride Riddim“, and released through the Mad House Label in 1996, Tanya Stephens takes the mic to call out all the Men who have been selfish towards their Women, who have not been treating them right, and who been pushing a claim that they are the ideal Men. Tanya steps out with a few lines to let them know that their egos can be deflated instantly when the Woman gives him a dose of his own Medicine. If you’re not mature enough to take care of a Woman, leave her alone is Tanya’s message here. “Yuh Nuh Ready Fi Dis Yet” was the breakout single for Tanya Stephens, as it became prominent on music charts, and had every Woman from young to old singing her song line for line. The single was also featured on Tanya’s sophomore album, “Too Hype“

Since the release of “Yuh Nuh Ready Fi Dis Yet”, Tanya Stephens became a dominant force, and was highly respected as a Lyricist for a number of years. She went on to release more blazing singles and solid bodies of work, and has extended her pen game to other Artists, giving them hits as well. She deserves her Flowers and accolades, and she has inspired many Women around the world.

thank you tanya stephens!

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Interview: @KingBiggsSOL

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I0qcBTmEKing Biggs a.k.a. Julian Morrison, was born in St. Andrew, Jamaica. He is the Co-Founder of the Jamaican Hip Hop Label/Collective, Sons Of Liberty. Considered the “Mutant” of S.O.L., Biggs has been responsible for a number of S.O.L. releases since its inception in 2006 whether through his productions, or his lyrics. With the release of his upcoming project, “XXII” drawing near, 13th Street Promotions took the time out to have a chat with King Biggs to learn about his sound, his “XXII” project, and some of his favourite creations.

Who is King Biggs?

King Biggs is an artiste that produces and composes music as well who specializes in Hip Hop, Dancehall and Reggae Fusion. I always seek to break down rules and barriers but in such a way that paying homage to original elements is included. I believe that art is more innovation over imitation than the inverse.

As a Producer and Rapper, you tend to have more options when creating, describe your sound?

I mostly create Hip Hop, Dancehall and Reggae Fusion even though I’m not limited to that. I call my sound “Rich Noise” and it’s all about taking the main/traditional elements of each genre and bending them into something interesting. I really like to be surprised when I listen to music, so I aim to provide that for my listeners in different ways. My sound could be Pharrell inspired in one beat, Kanye in another with a Lee Perry sample in the background. All in all I leave my mark on everything I do, so it’s not typical or monotonous to the audience. That’s just whack!

Who are your influences?

My influences mostly stem from Hip Hop in the 90’s/00’s, Dancehall from that same era, Oldies ballads and Disco music. This includes Dr Dre, Dave Kelly, Gavin Blair (Gavsborg) from Equiknoxx Music, Timbaland, Kanye West, Pharrell Williams, Quincy Jones and Lee “Scratch” Perry. A lot of music was around me when I was developing because there was the radio on RJR all day, the loud Encava buses that drove pass St Richard’s every day and the people who blared their stereo systems when picking up younger siblings or children at the schools I attended. A childhood friend, Belinda Cousins also taught me a lot about music and gave me access to the work that should shape my identity today.

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