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We Look Back At King Jammys’ “Sleng Teng Riddim” In Our Throwback Playlist Series

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In 1985, a Jamaican Producer by the name of Lloyd James o/c King Jammys would change the landscape in Jamaican music forever. Armed with a Casio MT-40 and the MT-40 Rock Rhythm, he would create the “Sleng Teng Riddim“. Widely regarded as the first “Digital Riddim“, the Riddim would make its debut with Dancehall Artist Wayne Smith’s “Under Mi Sleng Teng“. Over 40 years later, the Riddim would gain attention with the release of Sean Paul’s “Stand On Business“, celebrating the Riddim’s historic achievement, and further solidifying King Jammys’ contributions to the culture. Did you know it was even sampled in a video game? Today, we show love to the Riddim in our “#13thStreetThrowback” Playlist series.

Featuring over 60 tracks, we take you time traveling to the various eras where the “Sleng Teng Riddim” dominated. We have the original version, the John John version, the “Godfather Riddim“, the samples, and more. From Wayne Smith’s classic, to many others by the likes of Tenor Saw, Super Cat, Johnny Osbourne, Sugar Minott, and more. There are many Riddims, and the “Sleng Teng Riddim” remains an uncontested classic.

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Facts Or Cap? Vibes Machine Deals With A “Cappa Choppa”

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Every neighbourhood has them, and new ones are formed everyday. For every successful person, there’s someone who shares tales of delusion and fabrication. Now they can be great storytellers, but when the truth comes out, they go into hiding. The fast life has a large share of those type of people, and Dancehall Artist Vibes Machine calls them out in, “Cappa Choppa“.

In a video directed by 12Span Visuals, Vibes Machine questions the credibility of the local hustler in, “Cappa Choppa”. Overhearing a conversation, Vibes gets into interrogation mode and confronts the Man’s source of earnings, if he is really hustling as he says he is, and getting to the truth to see if he is factual, or a fraudster. There are many in the world who will pose with the belonging of someone successful, and even use them as a way to leverage favours from others, or open the door to an opportunity. When they’re called out on their lies, it is embarrassing, especially on Social Media. Watch out for the cappas.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Bogle – All Dem Deh (2004)

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August 22 was celebrated as the 62nd birthday for the late Dancer/Recording Artist Gerald “Bogle” Levy. When Bogle stepped out with his crew, the dance gets nicer as unique moves would make their debut, and the world would catch on. When he started recording music, he made statements. Today on “Oldies Sunday“, we go back in time to check out, “All Dem Deh“.

Released by LA Lewis for Success Records in 2004 and later Hights Production, Bogle dismissed people who were never genuine in his journey in, “All Dem Deh”. The track was recognized as a diss to fellow Dancer John Hype, who was a former member of the “Black Roses Crew” collective. The track came shortly after Hype formed his own dance crew to rival Black Roses, and caused a rift on the scene. Production varied on “All Dem Deh”, but it was popular at the time. The song would appear over the Instrumental to Rapper Snoop Dogg’s “Drop It Like It’s Hot“, and Rapper Jadakiss’ “Why“. The song was premiered at a number of street events, and was answered by John Hype shortly. It would later be released on “A Tribute To Bogle” in 2005 through Success Records.

Since the release of “All Dem Deh”, Bogle would maintain a presence in Dancehall. Dancing since a child, he emerged in the late 80s Dancehall scene creating new dances. His skills would earn him a solid reputation, and his dances would be the basis for many hit singles and endorsements. Sadly, Bogle would be gunned down in early 2005 after an altercation. As Dancehall group Voicemail said it, “Mr. Wacky (one of Bogle’s aliases) is gone, but his dancing lives on…“, and tributes in various forms continue for him over 21 years later. Bogle is remembered for many of his catchphrases that would appear on songs, and “All Dem Deh” is still one many would reflect on.

THANK YOU BOGLE FOR THIS TRACK!

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.@RoyWoods, @MasickaMusic, Rani Rastaciti & More Featured In “What’s On 13th Street?”

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Since March 2025, we premiered a new weekly Playlist called, “What’s On 13th Street?“. Since then, we have featured over 900 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?“, Toronto-based Roy Woods shared his Tony Matterhorn-sampled “Set Fire”, Masicka releases his long-awaited “Forever Reign” album, Rani Rastaciti goes viral with “Black Belt”, Merkz keeps up the summer vibes with “Big Beast”, Clive Hunt gets vocal with the “Undeniably Clive Hunt” album, Raw Cashh drops the “Diamond In The Rough” EP, Xkappe shows “Bravey”, Ai Milly releases “Gen4”, Eesah links with the late Bunny Lee for “Sum Ting Nice”, and more.

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

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Bagga Brown Ft. Tiger & The Jays – Daddy Marcus (1987)

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On August 17, the world will celebrate the 139th birthday of Jamaica’s 1st National Hero, Pan-Africanist, Activist The Rt. Excellent Marcus Garvey. His teachings continue to spread around the world and influence many, and many are still paying tribute to his greatness. Ahead of his birthday celebrations, we share a tribute to this great Man on “Oldies Sunday“. We go back in time to check out Bagga Brown’s “Daddy Marcus“.

Produced by and released through FM-2 Records in 1987 and featuring Tiger and The Jays, Bagga Brown tells the world of the greatness of Marcus Garvey in, “Daddy Marcus”. They highlight Garvey’s mission to liberate Black people, speak on his teachings being an important asset to the young and old, and encourage listeners to study his work. Known as a Media Personality and Master Of Ceremonies/Emcee, Brown recorded a number of singles over the years including “Daddy Marcus”, and enlisting Tiger, who was a popular Deejay at the time, and having The Jays provide melodies made the track one that many tuned in to. While there is no chart information for this one, the song would go on to be an important as it highlights Jamaica’s 1st National Hero.

Since the release of “Daddy Marcus”, Bagga Brown went on to seal his place in Jamaica’s media landscape, and maintained popularity on and off the air. Basil “Bagga” Brown would pass away in 2011 after a battle with Bone Cancer. Many still remember the works of Bagga Brown, including “Daddy Marcus”.

THANK YOU BAGGA BROWN FOR THIS HIT!

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Ai Milly Takes On The “Air Force Riddim” With “Gen4”

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Over the past few weeks, Producer Chambah has been making some noise with his “Air Force Riddim“. With singles by IWaata, Rajahwild, Laden, and Vybz Kartel, the Riddim looks to secure a spot as one of the year’s best. Dancehall Artist Ai Milly, fresh off of the release of his “Old Milly” project, joins the Riddim with his track, “Gen4“.

Ai Milly keeps the energy going with his single “Gen4” on Chambah’s “Air Force Riddim”. Live from the Trap, Milly stays getting to the money, avoiding anything and anyone who aim to slow down his grind, and delivers a track that’ll have the fans dancing, and keeping it on repeat. He even gets in the “Red Light Pepper Light” vibe in parts of the track. When it comes to musical output, Ai Milly gets busy. While many of you are still rocking to “Old Milly”, get familiar with “Gen4”.

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