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OLDIES SUNDAY: Reggie Stepper – Drum Pan Sound (1990)

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The Soundclash culture is one that many should be celebrating. The world has seen the rise of many sounds, and the derailment of some thanks to the Soundclash events where they pit their best against each other. The Dubplate is a very important tool in a Soundclash, and many of your favourite Artists have recorded tracks to be used in the wars. For our Oldies Sunday selection, we highlight an Artist who has recorded his share of dubplates that have aided many sounds. His name is Reggie Stepper, and his track is “Drum Pan Sound“.

Produced by Steely & Clevie on the “Stalag Riddim” and released through their label in 1990, Reggie Stepper gets into some Soundclash vibes on “Drum Pan Sound”. Throughout the track, he jeers the sounds who aren’t at their best, and there is no tolerance for those who can match up to his team. Stepper throws in his signature style, and it puts the listener in the audience at a Soundclash. “Drum Pan Sound” became a popular track for Stepper, and Selectors would request Dubplate versions for their respective sounds. “Drum Pan Sound” was also sampled over the years on tracks like “Wreck Shop” by Run-D.M.C., “Chief Rocka” by Lords Of The Underground, and recently on Nas’ “Magic 2” album on the track, “Bokeem Woodbine“.

Since the release of “Drum Pan Sound”, Reggie Stepper continued to release more music, perform in various parts of the world, and fulfilled Dubplate requests for many Selectors and sounds. “Drum Pan Sound” remains one of his more recognized tracks.

Thank You Reggie Stepper For This Track!

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Buccaneer "Bruk Out (Rancid Rock Remix)" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Rock #PunkRock #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Buccaneer #Rancid #BrukOut #DaOpera #1998 #Oldies #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: Buccaneer – Bruk Out (@Rancid Remix) (1998)

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Yesterday, we highlighted an Artist that released a Post-Punk single done in Patois. While we made the argument that Jamaicans are capable of doing anything including dabbling in musical genres that may be out of the norm, we wanted to drive that point even further for today’s Oldies Sunday selection. Today we feature Dancehall Artist/Producer Buccaneer’s “Bruk Out (Rancid Remix)“.

Produced by Punk Rock Band Rancid, Buccaneer’s “Bruk Out (Rancid Remix)” was released in 1998 through Main Street Records. The original “Bruk Out” was released in the same year, but was produced by Danny Browne on the “Heavy Metal Riddim“. The track was aimed for the ladies who carried themselves well in and out the streets, who oozed sex appeal, and stood out from the rest. The original version was a hit for Buccaneer, but the Rancid version helped to bring in a new audience for him locally and Internationally. Buccaneer previously dabbled in Opera, Pop, and Hip Hop tracks, so tapping into Rock/Punk Rock was normal for him. Both versions of “Bruk Out” were featured on the 1998 album “Da Opera“, and the Rancid version was featured on the “Give ‘Em The Boot II” compilation album by Hellcat Records.

Since the release of “Bruk Out (Rancid Remix)”, Buccaneer continued to have some success as an Artist and Producer over the years. He showed many to think outside of the box, and he is still recognized for his contributions. Time to bruk out bruk out!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Major Mackerel – Dutty Bungle (1988)

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Happy Oldies Sunday! Today’s selection is dedicated to not aligning yourself with negative people, possessing negative energy, and practicing negativity. The Artist is Major Mackerel, and the track is called, “Dutty Bungle“.

Produced by L. Dawes and Garfield Dixon on the “Answer Riddim” and released through the Don Ban label in 1988, Major Mackerel sent a strong message on “Dutty Bungle”. With great energy in his delivery, Major shared his message of not being a part of negative things and people, and if you’re a practitioner of all things bad, there’s something around the corner to fix you. The badminded people won’t like this one, but “Dutty Bungle” was an instant hit. He soon went near and far with the track, along with other recordings.

Since the release of “Dutty Bungle”, Major Mackerel went on to score more hit singles, and secured his place in Dancehall. It also became a regularly requested song for Dubplates, which are still recorded today. He was also an influential Artist, inspiring a female version of Major Mackerel who would later on become a “Diamond“. He is still active today, voicing new music, and showing off his deejaying prowess at various events. “Dutty Bungle” remains one of his more remembered songs.

Thank You Major MAckerel For This Classic!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Hugo Barrington – Loving Is A Thing (Lodi Lodi) (1986)

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Happy Oldies Sunday! In music, there are many who have enjoyed successful careers, some who have not so successful ones, and then there are those who moved on to even bigger things. Today’s selection comes from someone who enjoyed a moment in Jamaican music, but moved on to a completely different sector. Many know him as Hugh Faulkner, but music fans know him as Hugh Barrington with the track, “Loving Is A Thing” a.k.a. “Lodi Lodi”“.

Produced by King Jammy’s on the “Bandelero Riddim“, “Loving Is A Thing” was released through Jammy’s Records in 1986. Hugo Barrington brings some good vibes on the track, bringing the party to anyone who is listening (thanks to his “Lodi Lodi, we love to party” line). He shares that the style that’s presented is his own, as he switches between melodic lines, chants, and speedy deejaying. Love and unity are his messages throughout “Loving Is a Thing”, and the track was an instant hit among listeners. Barrington was also the first Artist to record on the “Bandelero” Riddim long before a certain legendary Artist created a hit with a track of the same name.

Since the release of “Loving Is a Thing”, Hugo Barrington went on to release more music before leaving the scene to enjoy a career in Law. Many moons and career role changes later, he was appointed the role of Commissioner at the Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM). He made a return to music in the early 2010s and in 2022 with a couple singles, and he made other contributions to the Jamaican entertainment scene as he was the founder of the “Professionals In Cabaret” concert series that enjoyed many years of success. Despite Hugo Faulkner’s gradual change of career and success, many still remember him as Hugo Barrington and his classic single.

Thank You Hugo Barrington For this Classic!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Fabby Dolly – Peanut Punch (1995)

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Happy Oldies Sunday! We hope you had a great week, today is the day to kickback, and relax with your favourite drink. Speaking of drink, today’s selection is dedicated to a specific drink that was recommended if you wanted to have certain advantages in life. The Artist who made the song goes by the name of Fabby Dolly, and the track is called, “Peanut Punch“.

Produced by Anthony “Red Rose” Cameron and Anthony Malvo on the “Quarter To Twelve Riddim” and released through the How Yu Fi Seh Dat? Label in 1995, it was all about the “Peanut Punch”. Fabby Dolly shared that he had a way with the ladies, and his drink of choice aided him in becoming a hit among them. For those who needed the extra stamina when it comes to handling business, a bag juice just won’t cut it. Blend up some Peanuts along with some key ingredients, and you will have all the power. “Peanut Punch” was a popular single for Fabby Dolly, and it helped to increase the reach of the “Quarter To Twelve Riddim”.

Since the release of “Peanut Punch”, not much was heard from Fabby Dolly. He recorded more singles, but none connected like his hit. He made appearances on various pieces of content on Youtube and Social Media over the years, and some revealed that had fallen on hard times, and was experiencing Mental Health issues. He is on the road to recovery, and we wish him the best. “Peanut Punch” is still recognized today, and still gets played.

Thank You Fabby Dolly For This Classic!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Prince Jazzbo – School (1972)

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The Summer holidays are over, and it’s back to school time for the young ones, the not so young ones, and the young at heart. Class is in session on Oldies Sunday. Today’s selection comes from Prince Jazzbo (whose Birthday is on September 3) with the track, “School“.

Produced by Sir Coxsone Dodd on the “College Rock Riddim“, and released through the Bongo Man Label in 1972, Prince Jazzbo is getting everyone back into the mindset as it’s time to learn. He shares keys phrases like “Go to school and learn the golden rule“, “If you can spell, you will never go to hell“, and “If you read, you will succeed“, and he delivers with a vibe and the deejaying/toasting style that would have listeners dancing and rewinding. Jazzbo emphasizes the importance of an education, and you can never be too old to learn as well. “School” was a popular song for Prince Jazzbo, and an important one that some would play in late summer before the start of the new school year.

Since the release of “School”, Prince Jazzbo went on to release more singles that became hits, and important parts of the culture. Jazzbo left this Earth on September 11, 2013, and his music continues to connect with listeners around the world. People it’s time to buckle up, it’s time to learn.

Thank You Prince Jazzbo For This Classic. Sleep Well.

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