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We Look Back At The Many Versions Of The “Mad Mad Riddim” In Our Throwback Playlist!

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Happy Friday the 13th everyone! A lot of things are going on in the world, but music is one that stays constant. Today in our #13thStreetThrowback Playlist series, we look back at a Riddim that has many names and variations, the classic “Mad Mad Riddim“!

We first go back to the year 1967 with the release of Alton Ellis’ “Mad Mad Mad” which was produced by the late Sir “Coxsone” Dodd for Coxsone Records, and that one song’s production lead to plenty versions over the years. From the “Junjo” Lawes produced “Mad Mad Riddim” that gave us the classic “Diseases” by Michigan & Smiley and “Zungguzungguguzungguzeng” by Yellowman in the 1980s, to the infamous “Golden Hen Riddim” that gave us classics from Josey Wales, to Bobby Konders and Massive B’s “Platinum Hen Riddim” in 2011, to tracks that have sampled a version of the Riddim, this Playlist has it covered from familiar songs to rare cuts.

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.@ProjexxMusic Throws A Grim Party With The “Fully Vol. 1” Mixtape

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Jamaican Recording Artist Projexx has been grinding for a long time, and is finally seeing the fruits of his labour increase gradually. The recent Warner Records signee eyes new horizons, and is ready to make a huge mark in the world. With the work being done, it’s time to have a party, a Grim Party that is as Projexx unleashes the “Fully Vol. 1” Mixtape!

Featuring 18 tracks of remixes, freestyles, and original music, Projexx steps out fully loaded to give listeners something to hold them over till the next project. With production from RussBuss, Sheenworks, Silent Addy, DethWrld x 8BallHitz, Reid Waters, Castanheiro Music, Bombocat and more, prepare your speakers for something great. The Mixtape isn’t short on features though as Chi Ching Ching, Aleicia, Baker Steez, Beam, Artikal, and Melekü contribute to the project’s dopeness and give Projexx plenty support. Time to get the party started.

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.@PopcaanMusic’s “Promise” Featured On @NBA2K’s “2K Beats” Soundtrack!

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Dancehall music continues to find itself in many other places where it hasn’t been before over the years. Following the footsteps of artists like Koffee, Sean Paul, Govana, Buju Banton, Konshens, Kabaka Pyramid, and DeeWunn, Popcaan is the latest artist to appear on a video game soundtrack.

This year, Popcaan gets an entry on 2K Sport’s “NBA 2K21 – 2k Beats” soundtrack with the track, “Promise“. Featured on Popcaan’s OVO Sound debut mixtape, “Vanquish“, the TJ Records produced banger should bring plenty vibes to accompany the gameplay. The soundtrack currently features over 150 artists with plans for expansion next year. This is not the first time he has appeared on a NBA 2K soundtrack as his “I Know There’s Gonna Be (Good Times)” collaboration with Jamie XX and Young Thug was featured on the NBA 2K17 soundtrack, and even on EA Sports’ NBA Live 16 soundtrack.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Half Pint – Victory (1987)

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Today’s Oldies Sunday is dedicated to all who celebrating wins whether big or small, and for those working towards their goals. The fight to greatness continues. Today’s selection comes from the great Half Pint with the track, “Victory“!

Produced by Mass Hugh for his self titled label and released in 1987, Half Pint sings for those who are in the struggle trying to make success a possibility. He points out to those living in poverty in places like South Africa, Jamaica, America, England, and Canada. With the help of Jah, Half Pint wishes a sweet victory for everyone, and make the world a better place. The single was featured on Half Pint’s “Victory” album that was released in the same year through RAS Records. “Victory” was a hit for Half Pint, and is one of his more memorable tracks.

THANK YOU HALF PINT FOR THIS CLASSIC!

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.@IAmDavidLyn Brings Original Vibes With His @IzyBeats Produced, “Keep Moving”!

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You can’t dull David Lyn’s shine. If the Covid 19 pandemic couldn’t stall his determination, nothing will. Having made a lot of noise this year, he’s only working his way up for the takeover. Today, he unleashed the new single, “Keep Moving“.

Produced by his Grammy winning brother (real real bredda) Izy Beats with assistance from Jamaican Band Phuzzion, David Lyn comes through with original vibes and lets badmind know that they can’t stop his show. With a melodic delivery that has captured the attention of many, he also encourages everyone to get out of the struggle, and to stay true to everything good. Accompanying the single is a Noorez “Nunu” Rhemtulla directed video shot in the infamous Tuff Gong Studio. Not only is David Lyn fueled by everything positive, but the spirit of Bob Marley flows through him in the studio for the video.

“Keep Moving” is featured on his upcoming “Any Day Now EP“, which is set for a December 4th release with launches in Dunagaroos (Wynwood, Florida) on November 25, and in Jangas (Kingston, Jamaica) on December 4. Expect a couple more surprises then, including some “Singy Singy” vibes. Let this track be a favourite for you today!

“Smooth seas never made a skilled sailor; no matter how big the waves get we must stay the course and keep moving.” – David Lyn

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Rémar Draws Inspiration From The Past For His “90’s Flexx Mixtape”!

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The Guyanese boss Rémar is back with some new music! After dropping various releases including one of our favourites “On My Way“, he turned on the Time Machine, and went back to the past to give us the “90’s Flexx Mixtape“!

Loaded with 6 tracks, the “90’s Flexx Mixtape” was done in collaboration with Producer Kincomarco as they rip through 90s classics, and blended them with modern sounds. From Ini Kamoze, to Brandy, to the Bookshelf Riddim, Rémar and Kincomarco make beautiful flips, and bring along guests David Lyn and FlyGuy for more fun. For all the 90’s buffs and old school music fans, let this Mixtape be in regular rotation for you. Some good music to add to your quarantine playlists!

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