Tag: Old School

OLDIES SUNDAY: Ken Boothe – Everything I Own (1974)

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Today’s Oldies Sunday selection comes from the impeccable Ken Boothe. Titled “Everything I Own” and released in 1974 by Trojan Records, this was a cover version of the David Gates penned and Bread performed single which was released in 1972. Ken Boothe put his own reggae twist on the song and laced it with his unique singing style. This song went on to have many other cover versions from artists including Boy George, Rod Stewart, Nicole Sherzinger and *NSYNC. Ken Boothe’s version however is considered the best version.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Stanley Beckford And The StarLites – Soldering (1975)

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Hey Blogworld! Today’s entry in Oldies Sunday comes from the late Stanley Beckford (1942 -2007) who headlined the groups The Starlites, The Turbines and The Astronauts. He was a Mento singer who garnered many hits and won festival song competitions with his high pitched, nasal timbre laced delivery and interesting subject matter.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Pluto Shervington – Ram Goat Liver (1974)

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Hey bloggers, today’s my first installment in Oldies Sunday where i’ll show appreciation to a old school song I enjoy and hopefully tell the story behind the song. Today’s entry is from the great Pluto Shervington with a song titled “Ram Goat Liver“. Goat soup or “Mannish Water” as it’s popularly called, is a favourite amongst Jamaicans. Mannish Water can be served at funeral receptions/repast, wakes, parties, and fun days/carnivals. It also makes a very tasty meal at any given time.

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Mixtape Movements: @DJRikochey “Gyalties” 90s Dancehall Mixtape

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Yes Yes!! It’s time to go back…back into the 90s with the help of DJ Rikochey as he unleashes his “Gyalties” Dancehall Mixtape. Remember school days or dance sessions with the help of his crazy mixing and song selections. Ladies keep those hips rocking and booty shaking to the classics. Check out the SoundCloud and download links below and enjoy this production of a great DJ.

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