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OLDIES SUNDAY (CHRISTMAS): Lionel Benjamin – Noel La Rive (1989)

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It’s the Christmas season again, and we’re bringing the music to you on “Oldies Sunday“! Today’s selection finds us going to our Caribbean neighbour Haiti to check out Lionel Benjamin’s “Noel La Rive“.

Self-Produced and released through LB+ Music in 1989, Lionel Benjamin rang in the holiday season with “Noel La Rive (Christmas Is Coming)“. Backed by some great Instrumentation, Benjamin delivers smooth vocals, encouraging everyone to get into the holiday spirit, and getting you to dance at the same time. “Noel La Rive” became a hit for Lionel Benjamin, and was featured on his 1989 album, “Tonton Nwel“, and a number of Christmas compilations over the years. Lionel Benjamin is one of Haiti’s biggest musical exports who is still active today, and is the Father of the late Haitian Artist/Producer Mikaben.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: @Bigga_Haitian – Haiti A Weh Mi From (1989)

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Here’s a quick History lesson for you during Haitian Heritage Month. During the Haitian Revolution on May 18, 1804, the flag of Haiti was created. 198 years later, the day is recognized as “Haitian Flag Day“, which became a public holiday. For today’s Oldies Sunday selection, we go back 37 years, or 185 years after the flag’s creation, to check out Haitian Icon Bigga Haitian’s track, “Haiti A Weh Mi From“.

Produced by Winston Jones and released through Flames Records in 1989, Bigga Haitian celebrates his Country, and is proud to be from there in, “Haiti A Weh Mi From”. Inspired by Dancehall Icon Admiral Bailey, Bigga made his debut as a Dancehall Artist with his patriotic single. Borrowing elements from some of the popular Dancehall tunes at the time, the Deejay shares a few things about himself, how he moves in the streets, paying tribute to his home and Jamaica, and showing his skillset as a Dancehall Artist. The single became his breakout hit, making him the first Haitian Artist to find success in the Jamaican music scene. The single did well in Haiti, topping the charts there, and becoming a staple to this day. “Haiti A Weh Mi From” was featured on his 1997 debut Album, “I Am Back” in a remixed form, but the original was featured on his 2009 Album, “Sak Pasé“.

Since the release of “Haiti A Weh Mi From”, Bigga Haitian went on to become one of the country’s most important musical exports as he broke down barriers, inspiring Artists like Wyclef Jean to follow in his footsteps. He is still active in music, creating music that highlights what’s going on in Haiti, and promoting positivity. “Haiti A Weh Mi From” still gets heavy rotation in parts of the world. Happy Haitian Flag Day 🇭🇹.

Mèsi Bigga Haitian For This Classic!

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OLDIES SUNDAY (Christmas) Yole Derose – Tonton Nwèl Cheri (1989)

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Bonjou, hope all is well with you all, and the holiday spirit is active. We have another Christmas selection for you for “Oldies Sunday“. For today’s selection, we head over to Haiti to check out Yole Derose’s “Tonton Nwèl Cheri (Dear Santa Claus)“.

Produced by Ansy Derose and released through Les Producteurs Artistiques in 1989, Yole Derose shares a special message to jolly ol’ St. Nick in “Tonton Nwèl Cheri”. Awaiting his arrival with much eagerness, the Derose takes the role of a child who wishes for gifts on Christmas as her parents are poor and unable to provide them. She makes a request for a doll, but later adds on more items to her list. She also shares of the misfortunes in her household as her parents are unemployed and unable to afford basic necessities, her brother is sick, but pleads that if Santa cannot give toys, at least send something that’s of major importance to the household. The song sheds light on some of the realities that people are facing during the holidays, as it’s not always cheerful singing and gift giving. “Tonton Nwèl Cheri” became a popular Christmas song in Haiti, and was featured on the album, “Quand Mon Cœur Bat La Mesure“, which was released in 1989. Over the years, it has received a number of cover versions, and remains a well-remembered Christmas song in Haiti, and other parts of the world.

STAY TUNED FOR ANOTHER CHRISTMAS CLASSIC ON “OLDIES SUNDAY”!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: @MistyJeanMusic – Kijan Lari A Ye (2008)

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The month of May is recognized as “Haitian Heritage Month“, and we’re sending love to Haiti, and those of Haitian descent on “Oldies Sunday“. Today, we go back in time a lil to check out Recording Artist Misty Jean’s “Kijan Lari A Ye“.

Produced by Jeff Wainwright and released through Melodie Makers, Inc. in 2008, “Kijan Lari A Ye” is a Compas single by Misty Jean that started a party in the streets. The production, the Haitian Creole, and the chanting throughout brought a unique vibe, and encouraged the listener to get in the groove. The single was released during one of the heights of Misty’s popularity, and it enjoyed much success locally, and Internationally. “Kijan Lari A Ye” was featured on Jean’s 3rd album, “Li Pa Two Ta“, which was also a successful release. A Music Video accompanied “Kijan Lari A Ye”, and was shot in Florida at the Plantation High School with Oriol Vatelia handling directorial duties.

Since the release of “Kijan Lari A Ye”, Misty Jean’s popularity grew even more. A star since a child, she earned a legendary status in the music scene, represented Haiti in various ways, got into acting and entrepreneurship, and worked on more music over the years. “Kijan Lari A Ye” is still played today by many around the world.

Thank You Misty Jean For This Hit!

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The World Needs Love, And @GardyGirault & @JPerryOfficial Seek To “Gaye Lòv La”

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The world is in need of love, real love. Haiti needs a lot of love, and a lot more from some good hearts. The Island hasn’t always been in the media for good news, and that needs to change, and uplift the nation. Haitian Electronic Music/Rara Tech DJ Gardy Girault is on a mission to get the world to love again, and he shares a message with the track, “Gaye Lòv La (Spread Love)“.

 The self-produced “Gaye Lòv La” was released through Rizing Muzik and features Haitian Recording Artist J. Perry. On the track, we get the message From Gardy Girault and Perry on the importance of spreading love, and the world is in need of it. People have been experiencing hatred, going through traumatic events, losing hope, and losing love, and the track looks to inspire people to put their best foot forward, and help to bring back the love. According to Girault and Perry, they are starting a love revolution. The mission doesn’t stop there as with the Oasis Imagery & Film-directed video, the Artists spread the love in the schools, in the streets, and at events. They also do their part in providing smiles along the way through various gestures, and the visual is filled with an abundance of positivity. “Gaye Lòv La” came right on time for “Haitian Flag Day” festivities, but it’s an important release to play all year round. Let’s spread the love today, let it start with you.

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RJ The Mysterious Shares “Impacter” Video

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When it comes to music, the listener will connect with whatever message is presented from it. The Caribbean has birthed a number of Artists whose music promoted various messages, touching lives around the world. Haitian-Canadian Artist RJ The Mysterious looks to spread messages of peace, positivity, and good living. Like his new video, he wants to make an “Impacter“.

The new video for “Impacter” (French for “Impact”) was directed by Marc Fabrice Mesidor for One Vizion Films, and it finds RJ The Mysterious providing the messages that the people need to hear. Regardless of the language it’s presented in, the “Disciple Of Christ” will connect with the right people. “Impacter” is featured on RJ’s latest EP, “Domination“, which has been making its rounds since its release recently. Armed with strong faith, sharp focus, and blessings, expect RJ The Mysterious to cover more ground with his music, and really make an impact. Tout glwa pou bondye.

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