Tag: Dominican Republic

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Luis Días & Sonia Silvestre – Baila En La Calle (1984)

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The month of February is recognized as Dominican Heritage Month. The month (January 27-February 27) honors those born in the Dominican Republic, and of Dominican descent in the United States, who have contributed to the community as well as made cultural achievements. The month ends on the Country’s Independence Day celebrations. Today on “Oldies Sunday“, we recognize an Individual who made significant contributions to the musical development of the Dominican Republic. This Man is known as the “Father of Dominican Rock“, but many know him as Luis Días a.k.a. “El Terror“. Today, we check out, “Baila En La Calle (Carnaval)“.

Arranged by Jorge Taveras and featuring Sonia Silvestre, “Baila En La Calle (Dance In The Street)” was Luis Días’ way of building unity, promoting positive vibes, and enjoy good times in the Dominican Republic. Released through Secretaria De Estado de Turismo in 1984 (but premiered in 1983), Días was commissioned to compose a theme song for the 1984 staging of the Dominican Carnival. The release was a success, and it quickly gained popularity in the Country, and in the diaspora, prompting a number of covers over the years, including one made famous by fellow Dominican, Fernando Villalona. Días would receive a national award from the Government of the Dominican Republic for his composition, and it would go on to be sampled by Wyclef Jean and Shakira for their classic collaboration, “Hips Don’t Lie“.

Since the release of “Baila En La Calle”, Luis Días would go on to be a cultural figure. He composed hundreds of songs that would later on be covered by numerous Artists, he composed music for a number of Films, worked with UNICEF and various Government entities, and was considered a “National Cultural Patrimony” in his homeland before his passing in 2009. “Baila En La Calle” is still played and covered to this day. Big up the Dominican Republic!

THANK YOU LUIS DÍAS FOR THIS TIMELESS HIT!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: @PrinceRoyce – Corazón Sin Cara (2010)

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September 15 kicked off “Hispanic Heritage Month” in the United States. Hispanic Americans made significant contributions from entertainment, to sports, to pop culture, and we highlight a number of them on Oldies Sunday. Today, we check out Dominican American Singer Prince Royce and his single, “Corazón Sin Cara“.

Produced by Andrés Hidalgo, Sergio George, and Eduardo Aguilar, Prince Royce’s “Corazón Sin Cara” was released through Top Stop Music in 2010. The Bachata track, which is translated to “Heart Without A Face/Love Is Blind“, was aimed at Women who dealt with low self-esteem, reassuring that it’s not about what they need to wear or how they need to look to someone, as love and attraction to someone is for the most part attributed to their true self, the morals they possess, and there is someone who will see the best in them in every way. The materialistic part is ok, but not the be-all and end-all. The track quickly became a hit for Royce, enjoyed placements on the Billboard US Latin charts, and Latino charts in Venezuela, and between its release and early 2011 was the most requested Latin single on US Radio. The track was featured on Royce’s self-titled debut album, and went on to go Gold in Italy, and 26x Platinum in Latin America. He also released a “2.0” version of the track for Amazon in 2022.

Since the release of “Corazón Sin Cara”, Prince Royce enjoyed a successful career that secured various awards, selling Gold, Platinum, and Diamond records, dabbling in TV/Film, and became of the more successful Latin Artists. “Corazón Sin Cara” remains his signature song.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: @Aventura – Obsesión (2002)

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The Month of June is recognized as “Caribbean American Heritage Month“, and on “Oldies Sunday“, we want to highlight a few Artists who are a part of this. Today’s selection comes from the Dominican-American Bachata band Aventura with the single, “Obsesión“.

Produced by Franklin Romero and released through Premium Latin Music in 2002, “Obsesión” was Aventura’s lead single off of their 2nd official album, “We Broke The Rules“. The track is about a Man who likes a Woman, but it is not of love, and it has gone to the point of obsession. The smooth production compliments the vocals provided by the duo of Lead Vocalist Romeo Santos, and Singer Judy Santos, and was sung in Spanish. “Obsesión” became a hit for Aventura, topping charts in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland, and selling Gold in Austria, Platinum in Belgium, Germany, and Italy, and Diamond in France. The track helped to break barriers, modernizing the Bachata sound. An English version of “Obsesión” was featured on “We Broke The Rules” along with an EP featuring various remixes followed in 2002. A Radio remix was released in 2004. It was also covered by the likes of Frankie J, 3rd Wish, and Tropical Family.

Since the release of “Obsesión”, Aventura (consisting of Romeo, Henry, Max, and Lenny Santos) went on to become the “Kings of Modern Bachata“, and becoming the first major Bachata band to have originated in the US (The Bronx, New York). Lead Vocalist Romeo Santos went on to have a very successful Music career, and has reunited and performed with the band a number of times over the years. The band has also released more albums and singles over the years, and they’re currently promoting their latest single, “Brindo Con Agua“, which was released in April 2024. They are recognized during “Caribbean American Heritage Month” for their Dominican (and Puerto Rican via Romeo’s Mother) background. “Obsesión” is still played and loved to this day.

Thank You Aventura For This Hit!

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DeemRaw Stands Out On @DJBlkLuos-Produced, “How I’m Built”

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Canada-based DJ Blkluos continues to take his Production to new levels, and aligning with various names in the process. He has maintained a significant presence over the years, and his catalogue continues to grow. Recently, he tapped in with American-Jamaican Hip Hop Artist DeemRaw for the new single, “How I’m Built“.

Featuring Trap-inspired Production by DJ Blkluos, DeemRaw takes the spotlight in letting the world know that he’s cut from a different cloth, and what he’s about will make him one to align with, or make a worthy adversary. Regardless, he keeps his circle small, and he is ready for what ever is about to happen next. The single is accompanied by a music video directed by BlvckFaceRD, and shot in the Dominican Republic where DeemRaw performs the track. DeemRaw has been on the scene for a number of years, and looks to expand his presence in more territories around the world. DJ Blkluos looks to do even more with him, and listeners can be on the lookout for that.

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AfroDancehall Artist Heph B

Heph B Announces New World Tour, Hints At New Album

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AfroDancehall Recording Artist Heph B has been enjoying a career that has granted him many high points. Having carved a lane and becoming a global name thanks to his various singles and projects over the years, Heph strongly believes in making music that will stand out, and become timeless. He looks to take the stage in various parts of the world this summer with the “AMARII Album World Tour”.

Announced recently after securing his latest plaque for the iTunes charting of his “AMARII (Deluxe)” album, Heph B is gearing up to take his music to the people in a major way. Starting on June 22 in the Dominican Republic, Heph will perform cuts from the “AMARII” and “AMARII (Deluxe)” albums along with a number of previously released singles, with focus on promoting unity, good vibes, and endless fun along throughout. Joining him on the tour will be Nigerian Artist Bolojay, who has been making waves with his music over the years, along with surprise guests. Aside from the Dominican Republic bookings, the “AMARII Album World Tour” will also make stops throughout the United States, the UK, The Bahamas, and Jamaica, and will take place between June and October. Promoters who wish to book Heph B for more venues during the tour, are encouraged to reach out to his management and bookings team as there will be a few open dates for more shows.

In addition to the new tour, Heph B has also announced that he will be releasing a new album during the 4th quarter of 2023. A new single to start the album’s rollout will be revealed in the coming weeks.

For more information on his upcoming “AMARII Album World Tour” and Media inquiries, contact Mz Mumsie (Mgmt) at sussmediamarketing@gmail.com, or daanointedrecords@gmail.com.

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Marcia Griffiths’ “Electric Slide” Sampled On @IAmCardiB’s “Hot S***” Single!

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US Recording Artist Cardi B returns to form with new music this week. Officially making way for a new album, Cardi called up the arsenal to get the ball rolling with the new single, “Hot Shit“. Produced by Tay Keith, the track features verses from fellow Artists Lil Durk, and Kanye West. A high energy track just in time for the Summer, a small of a Jamaican classic could be heard in the track.

For a brief moment, you could hear a sample of Marcia Griffiths’ 1989 hit, “Electric Slide” accompanying a line on “Hot Shit”. Originally called “Electric Boogie” which was recorded and produced by the late Bunny Wailer in 1976, and released in 1980 and 1989, “Electric Slide” lived a few lives over the years. While it was a minor hit for Wailer in the late 70s and 80s, Marcia Griffiths’ 1983 version of the record was released and became a minor hit as well. It wasn’t until 1989 when a remixed version that was featured on Griffiths’ “Carousel” album quickly made it a dance staple around the world. The new version gave birth to the “Electric Slide” dance, which became the official dance for cookouts, family gatherings, Weddings, and various celebrations and events over the years.

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