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Jamaica, Manchester, Christiana, Music, Dancehall, Reggae, Blog, 13thStreetPromotions, 13thStreetPromo, Lila Ike, In.Digg.Nation, Where I'm Coming From, Music Video, Caribbean

.@LilaIkeJA Takes It Back To Her Hometown Of Christiana In “Where I’m Coming From”!

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Looking back at the past can’t always be a bad thing as it aids in your growth, and shows how much your life has improved along the way. Lila Ike has come a long way however, and today she lets us in on her journey on “Where I’m Coming From“! With a visual directed by Nickii Kane and Lila, Lila went back to her hometown of Christiana, Manchester (Manchester’s the home of this Blog 😄) to reconnect and built a vibe with friends, family, the In.Digg.Nation team, and Chi Ching Ching! The visual also shows a younger Lila Ike during her Manchester High School (Sic Luceat Lux) days where was seen assisting the School Choir, performing at her graduation, and interacting with friends. With Lila, you know the fashion will come out as she rocked various hairstyles and outfits throughout.

With solid singles out, Lila Ike is continuing her path in being one of the upcoming greats in recent years. Regardless of where she is in life, she’ll always give thanks to The Most High for the blessings and the strength throughout. Be on the lookout for Lila Ike as she’ll be performing in a town near you soon on her headlining European Tour! Lila Ike EP on the way too.

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Get To Know The @FiDiCultureLive Lineup In Our Latest Playlist!

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In promotion of the 2nd staging of their event series, we’ve teamed up with the “Fi Di Culture Live” team to deliver the “Fi Di Culture Live On 13th Street” Playlist! With a huge selection of Artists ready to showcase their talents on Friday July 12 at C&C South Beach (2 Brompton Rd., Kingston), we’re giving you a chance to get familiar with some of the headliners. With a blend of Hip Hop, Dancehall, and Pop, be prepared to enjoy yourselves, and meet your new faves! “Fi Di Culture Live” was made to give upcoming Artists a stage to present their talents in a scene where it’s at times hard to get your name out there. With the first staging being a success, the team hopes July 12 will open many more doors for the brand, and the headliners. Details on purchasing tickets can be found in the flier below. Follow @FiDiCultureLive on Twitter and Instagram for more “Fi Di Culture Live” content.

Check out our “Playlists” section for more of our selections. Get your ears ready, check out the Playlist below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

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Jamaica, UK, Nigeria, London, Dancehall, Pop Music, Afrobeats, Music, Blog, Beenie Man, Jeremy Harding, Playground Riddim, Who Am I, Sim Simma, Simmer, 13thStreetPromotions, 13thStreetPromo, Mahalia, Burna Boy, Love and Compromise, Caribbean, Sample, Spragga Benz, Mr. Lexx, Beenie Man, Sim Simma, Who Am I, General B, Mad Cobra, Merciless, Kid Kurupt, Don Yute, Mr. Vegas, Sean Paul, Krept & Konan, Bizzy Bone,

We Look Back At Jeremy Harding’s “Playground Riddim” In Our Throwback Playlist Series!

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Recently, UK Recording Artist Mahalia released her Burna Boy featured single, “Simmer“. Today, we show respect to the sample. Going into Playlist Mode yet again, we look back at the “Playground Riddim” in our #13thStreetThrowback Playlist Series! The Riddim was released in 1997 and produced by Jeremy Harding for his 2 Hard Label. It birthed the classics “Nike Air” by Mr. Vegas, “Pet & Pamper” by Mad Cobra, “Infiltrate” by Sean Paul, and the mega hit, “Who Am I” a.k.a. “Sim Simma“ by Beenie Man! The Riddim was also sampled by UK Artists Krept & Konan, US Rapper Bizzy Bone, and UK DJ/Producer Spooky Bizzle.

Tune in for the vibes. If you love the Playlist, let us know and check out our previous Playlists! Check it out below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

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Nature Ellis Seeks The Loving On New Drew Stewart Produced Track!

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For years Recording Artist Nature Ellis has been giving listeners that good music that you can feel everywhere. Today’s new track however, finds him needing some love. Teaming up with Producer Drew Stewart, he releases, “Love Me“! Released through the Then Now Forever label, Nature Ellis reveals to his lady that he is in need of some sexual healing. When the days get tough and the stress hits you all over, you’ll need that embrace, love, and affection that special someone. A song that’s relatable with great production, Nature Ellis has a track that will be a repeater for many. For the couples out there, press play on this one to get things started after a long day.

In the meantime, Nature Ellis’ single will be found on Drew Stewart’s upcoming EP, “Reggae From East Kingston” that will be released in the coming weeks. It’s not a sin baby, love me! Check out the track below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

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Jeremy Harding’s “Playground Riddim” Gets Sampled On @Mahalia & @BurnaBoy’s “Simmer”!

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The season’s pretty hot, but you’re gonna need to cool down when UK Recording Artist/Actress Mahalia’s new tune drops! Teaming up with Nigeria Afrobeats Artist Burna Boy, they release “Simmer“! Produced by Jonah Christian and Felix Joseph, the Artists get into some relationship talk over a very familiar sample. Taking its place as an instantly recognizable sound is Jamaican Producer Jeremy Harding’s 1997 “Playground Riddim“! Released through the 2 Hard label, the Riddim featured Sean Paul’s “Infiltrate“, Cobra’s “Pet and Pamper“, Mr. Vegas’ “Nike Air“, and Beenie Man’s “Who Am I” a.k.a. “Sim Simma“! This isn’t the first time that the “Playground Riddim” has been sampled by Krept & Konan, and Bizzy Bone. Stay tuned to the Blog for a follow Article on this Riddim.

“Simmer” will appear on Mahalia’s debut album, “Love and Compromise” which will hit the streets in September. Sim Simma! Check out the tracks below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

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Yami Bolo, Tenor Saw, & Joe Lickshot Sampled On New @FreddieGibbs & @MadLib Album!

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Recently, US Rapper Freddie Gibbs and Producer Madlib teamed up to release their latest collab project, “Bandana“. Following up on the “Piñata” project, the they blend various sounds with gritty lyrics for all to enjoy. While many samples grace this project, track 5 a.k.a. “Massage Seats” features a sample from Reggae/Dancehall Artist Yami Bolo, the late Dancehall Artist Tenor Saw, and Reggae Artist Joe Lickshot. The sample comes from the trio’s contribution to the 1991 project, “Radio, Dance Hall Live” which later became known as “Tenor Saw Lives On: A Tribute To Tenor Saw” which was released by the Sky High label. The sample can be heard various times throughout the project.

Yami Bolo, Tenor Saw, and Joe Lickshot join the likes of Producer Danny Browne, and the late Billy Boyo who had their works sampled by Hip Hop acts this year. Tenor Saw’s music was recently featured in the Netflix film, “See You Yesterday” which was co-directed by Spike Lee. Freddie Gibbs and Madlib’s “Bandana” is out now, but you can check out the featured tracks below. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

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