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OLDIES SUNDAY: Louisa Mark – Caught You In A Lie (1975)

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In recognition of Women’s History Month, we take the time out to feature Women who have made great contributions to our music culture. While we celebrate the Women all year over here, we recognize some through our Oldies Sunday section. For today’s selection, we stop in London to check out the late Louisa “Markswoman” Mark and her track, “Caught You In A Lie“.

Produced by “Sir Coxsone” Dodd, “Caught You In A Lie” was released through Safari Records, and the Gussie label in 1975. The track was a cover of US Singer Robert Parker’s 1967 single, “I Caught You In A Lie“, and Louisa Mark owned it with beautiful vocals and delivery as she spoke about catching a cheating lover, and discovering what he was up to. The song was performed by a 15 year old Mark, who was a big winner at various talent shows, and was a result of  her first recording session which was given to her by Dodd. The song became an instant hit and was well loved by listeners in Europe and other parts of the world, and was considered the first Lovers Rock single.

Since the release of “Caught You In A Lie”, Louisa Mark followed up with a couple more hits, and released her only album “Breakout” in 1981 (“Caught You In A Lie” would be later added in a remastered version of the album). She enjoyed a career in the 80s that saw the release of some singles, but life happened, and she didn’t put out anymore music until 2004. Sadly she passed away in 2009, but she left her mark (no pun intended) on music with kicking off the official Lovers Rock movement.

Thank You Louisa Mark For This Classic!

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Vybz Kartel & @StefflonDon Make An “Amazing” Collaboration!

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Dancehall Artist Vybz Kartel continues to show the world that he’ll always have a few tricks up his sleeve. His brand and influence continues to spread around the world, and new music keeps on coming. With a year that already found him keeping the streets happy, he taps into the UK for a collaboration called, “Amazing“.

Featuring Stefflon Don and produced by Dunw3ll on the “Play Station Riddim“, Vybz Kartel has something for the ladies here. While Addi knows what to say to make the ladies go crazy, Stefflon is ready to show up at your front door with all you need and more. Vybz and Stefflon have collaborated a couple times before, and if there’s a joint project to happen with them, please make the necessary connections for its release. Stefflon Don has been tapping in with a few Dancehall Artists and Producers, and we believe she’ll be releasing something amazing later this year. World Boss meets The Don!

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Stefflon Don & DJ Frass' "Sweet Bounce" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #London #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #StefflonDon #DJFrass #SweetBounce #Riddim #Caribbean

“Sweet Bounce” To @Stefflondon & DJ Frass’ New Collab!

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Stefflon Don returns with new music, and this time around, she taps into her Jamaican side. Recently, she teamed up with Producer DJ Frass for the single, “Sweet Bounce“. The track has been gaining popularity since its release a few weeks ago, but now Stefflon gives it an extra push with the official music video.

Directed by Xtreme Arts and featuring some of your favourite Dancers including Latonya Style, Energy, Desha Ravers, and DHQ Chiney Gymnastic, it’s a Dancehall party when Stefflon Don’s around. Bringing street dance vibes to the visual, you can’t help but dance along. If your dance moves aren’t the best, you can learn the “Dirt Bounce” from Dancehall Artist Laa Lee, who makes a cameo appearance. While Stefflon Don has been a part of a few Dancehall collaborations recently, could “Sweet Bounce” be the start of her jumping on a few more Riddims? Producers and Artists linkup!

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Skeng Continues His Global Takeover In “London” Music Video

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Dancehall Artist Skeng a.k.a. the “Spain Town Gunman” continues his journey of taking over the world with his music and badness. His previous travels found him in the US and Canada, and he now plants his Flag in European soil. He’s ready for anything in the new visual for the single, “London“.

Directed by Frio Films, Skeng brings his energy to the Queen’s residence, and he does this effortlessly over a Ditruth Records/Droptop Records production. Whether he’s hopping out the Helicopter or rolling with the crew in the streets, Skeng ensures that he’s decked in Burberry threads throughout. “London” is expected to become a viral sensation within the coming days, with everyone screaming “Don don don…” to Infinity. Skeng made the most out of his UK visit as he connected with fans through various performances, and made new links. His status as one of the top Dancehall Artists out is only getting better, and we look forward to more progress in the coming months. Don’t get wrong banged.

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.@DJBlkLuos Brings Some Heat On New “Winter Edition” Mixtape

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Canadian Producer/DJ BlkLuos has been busy cooking up some new music for your speakers and earbuds. Known for working with underground Artists and prominent names, there’s no change of that this year. With a collection of projects to his name, he is bringing some heat during these cold times with the 2nd installment in his “Winter Edition” Mixtape series.

Featuring 10 tracks, DJ BlkLuos brings together some of the best emerging talent out of Toronto, New York, and London. Handling all of the production, BlkLuos brings out the best out of these Artists which include Love Boat Luciano from the Griselda/Black Soprano Family, frequent collaborator 333Zilla, the late Heartbreak Quotey, and promising UK Artist Tabz. If you’re familiar with DJ BlkLuos’ work ethic, expect a lot more music from him throughout this year, with some of the best emerging Artists. Bundle up with these hot tracks, it’s cold out there!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Janet Kay – Silly Games (1977)

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Today (January 17), we celebrate the birthday of UK Lover’s Rock legend, Janet Kay on Oldies Sunday! Today we look back at her hit single, “Silly Games“.

Produced by Dennis Bovell and released through Arawak Records in 1977, Janet Kay sings about a man she has a lot of interest in. While she believes he shares the same feelings for her, but they both fail to approach each other and make something happen. It’s a mix of infatuation, What Ifs, and frustration, and Janet doesn’t want to keep playing this game of hide and seek when they’re around each other. The single was released in Europe and peaked at #2 on the UK Singles Chart. It later became one of the tracks that became an anthem during the rise of the UK Lover’s Rock movement in the 1970s, put Janet in the Guinness Book Of World Records as the first British Black Female to score a UK Reggae hit, and the single was the first Lover’s Rock track to appear on the BBC flagship music series, “Top Of The Pops“. It’s forever a classic with Janet’s high notes displayed throughout, and was inspired by the Queen of Jazz Ella Fitzgerald’s Memorex Commercial. The single was featured in the Film, “Lovers Rock“, a part of the Steve McQueen “Small Axe” Film series.

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