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Cat Coore "Uptown Rebel" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #CatCoore #ThirdWorld #UptownRebel #JahSunYouRise #1997 #KiddusI #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #MiDehYa #Throwback #Instrumental #Caribbean #1997

OLDIES SUNDAY: Cat Coore & Kiddus I – Jah Sun You Rise (1997)

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On January 18, the legendary Musician Stephen “Cat” Coore, co-founder of Third World, passed away. Fans, family, and peers mourn this loss, and tributes are pouring in from around the world. A brilliant Musician, Coore knew how to reel in listeners with his sound, and when he takes the stage, it’s all about his performances. On “Oldies Sunday“, we pay tribute to him with the selection, “Jah Sun You Rise“.

Released through MiDehYa in 1997 and featuring Kiddus I, it was appreciation for the Creator, and one of the greatest creations being the Sun in, “Jah Sun You Rise”. Paired with great Instrumentation, we hear of the greatness of the Sun in contributing to life, guiding one’s path, and its radiance in times of darkness. The song also calls for the Sun to lead people to the right path, put light into the hearts of people who need it, and help to make the world a better place. “Jah Sun You Rise” was featured on Cat Coore’s 1997 debut album, “Uptown Rebel“, and was well-received by fans of his Musicianship, and of Third World.

Since the release of “Jah Sun You Rise”, Cat Coore continued to release a few singles, but being onstage with his Third World brethren found him displaying even more of his skillset. His musical legacy will be carried on by his family, and his name lives on in the hearts of many.

Sleep Well Cat Coore, And Thank You For Your Music!

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Louie Culture "Ganga Lee" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #LouieCulture #GangaLee #ShankISheckRiddim #1994 #StoneLoveMovement #FatherPow #Oldies #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: Louie Culture – Ganga Lee (1994)

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Time is such a crazy concept. Songs that you remember just hearing, are now up in age. Well, if it wasn’t for time, we wouldn’t have “Oldies Sunday“. Today, we go back in time to check out Louie Culture’s “Ganga Lee“.

Produced by Stone Love Movement and released through Father Pow/Stone Love in 1994, Louie Culture emphasized the importance of being free to be in, “Ganga Lee”. When you are not burdened by corruption, not locked behind bars, not succumbing to societal norms, and strong in faith, you are greater than ever. For that, Louie dubs himself a Ganga Lee, a Gangsta Lee, and everyone will see and know that. Released on the “Shank I Sheck Riddim“, “Ganga Lee” quickly became a hit for the Deejay, and made significant moves on local charts, and made appearances on the International market. The single would appear on Culture’s album of the same name in 1994, and was even given a Hip Hop remix which appeared on the album.

Since the release of “Ganga Lee”, Louie Culture continued to release more music, and got more recognition on the International market thanks to securing more hits. “Ganga Lee” remains his biggest hit.

Thank You Louie Culture For This Classic!

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Konshens "Winner" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Konshens #Winner #CashFlowRecords #NaturalBridge #2008 #Riddim #Oldies #Oldschool #OldiesSunday #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: @Konshens – Winner (2008)

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2026 is the year for bigger and better, with plenty of blessings behind that. On this platform, there will be more music, and more highlights of music from the past on “Oldies Sunday“. For today’s selection, we go back in time to check out Dancehall Artist (and birthday boy) Konshens, and his single, “Winner“.

Produced by CashFlow Records and released through Natural Bridge in 2008, Konshens had words of motivation for the people in, “Winner”. As a Father, he shares how important it was to provide for his family, and on the road to success and wealth, he’s on a money mission. The song finds him very focused, and listeners related to his lyrics throughout, giving “Winner” plenty attention since its release. “Winner” quickly became one of Konshens’ first hit singles, and a remixed version featuring Track legend Usain Bolt during his Olympic run was featured on his debut album, “Real Talk“.

Since the release of “Winner”, Konshens went on to become one of Dancehall’s biggest Artists in the 2010s. He secured a respectable run of hit singles locally and Internationally, and with his SubKonshus Music, helped to highlight a few upcoming Artists. He’s still active in music with 2025 finding him release the album “Pool Party“, and he recently ventured into the Podcasting world. While he has plenty hits, “Winner” continues to be well-loved worldwide.

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Barry Biggs "Work All Day" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #BarryBiggs #WorkAllDay #ByronLee #DynamicSounds #1976 #Oldies #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #Throwback #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: Barry Biggs – Work All Day (1976)

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It’s the first “Oldies Sunday” of the year, and the music continues. This year, it’s all about working towards good things. Today’s selection comes from Singer Barry Biggs, and we go back in time to check out, “Work All Day“.

Co-Produced with Byron Lee and released through Dynamic Sounds in 1976, Barry Bigs speaks on life as a working Man in, “Work All Day”. The hours are long and the work is tiring, but he is seeking the rest that is needed, and the rewards that he toiled so long for. Biggs delivers his song with good vocals here, and he was rewarded well for it as “Work All Day” became his International breakout hit. With great reception in Jamaica, the UK, and other parts of the world, Barry Biggs embraced the success with open arms. “Work All Day” was featured on the 1976 album, “Mr. Biggs“.

Since the release of “Work All Day”, Barry Biggs went on to secure more hits locally and Internationally. He also enjoyed a career as an Audio Engineer and Producer, and was the Lead Vocalist for Byron Lee & The Dragonaires. In later years he would perform, and his songs are still loved today, including “Work All Day”. Keep working for the 2026, and beyond, as the rewards are on the way.

Thank You Barry Biggs For This Classic!

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Zimbabwe Dread/Baba Dread "Earthman Connection" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #BabaDread #ZimbabweDread #LadderOfProgress #EarthmanConnection #1981 #RoyCousins #Caribbean #Throwback

OLDIES SUNDAY: Baba Dread – Ladder Of Progress (1981)

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Today, we give you our final “Oldies Sunday” selection for 2025. As we venture into 2026, we want to wish our readers/viewers all the best for the new year, and let’s make some good things happen. With that said, today’s entry comes from Baba Dread f.k.a. Zimbabwe Dread with the track, “Ladder Of Progress“.

Produced by Roy Cousins and released through Kingdom Records in 1981, it’s all about making good things happen in life in Baba Dread’s “Ladder Of Progress”. With a toasting/Deejaying style that ruled the scene, Baba provided words of motivation for the listener, with messages of striving when times are rough, having faith in trying times, and moving forward with good intentions. “Ladder Of Progress” was featured on the 1981 album, “Earthman Connection” (which was re-released in 2011 through Tamoki-Wambesi-Dove), Baba’s only album. “Ladder Of Progress” was received well with listeners, and over the years gained love in more parts of the world.

Thank You Baba Dread For This Track!

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Lionel Benjamin "Noel La Rive" from "Tonton Nwel" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Haiti #Christmas #Music #13thStreetPromotions #LionelBenjamin #HaitianChristmas #NoelLaRive #TontonNwel #Oldies #OldiesSunday #1989 #LBMusic #Caribbean #Christmas

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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