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OLDIES SUNDAY: Fierce – Sweet Love 2K (2000)

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The Month of October is recognized as “Black History Month” in the UK. The Month recognizes the achievements, the culture, and history of Black people of African and Caribbean descent. For today’s “Oldies Sunday” selection, we highlight a British Girl Group who are of Caribbean descent, that made some noise in the 90s/2000s. We go back in time to check out Fierce’s “Sweet Love 2k“.

Produced by Stargate and released through Wildstar Records in 2000, Fierce, consisting of Chantel Alleyne, Aisha Peters, and Sabrina Weathers, “Sweet Love 2k” was a remixed version of their 1999 cover of US Singer Anita Baker’s 1986 hit, “Sweet Love“. The original cover was produced by Jeremy Wheatley, and Magnus Fiennes. The trio brought their own sound to the track, with the Stargate version giving it a chance to cross over to more markets. The track followed the release of the group’s 1999 debut album, “Right Here Right Now“. “Sweet Love 2k” became a hit for the group, peaking at #2 on the UK R&B Chart, and #3 on the UK Singles Chart.

Since the release of “Sweet Love 2k”, Fierce would maintain a presence, but it was short-lived. “Sweet Love 2k” would be their final release. The group would disband in the year 2000, despite having singles that did well for them on the charts, and hitting the road supporting Artists like Whitney Houston. The members would go off to live lives, except for Aisha Peters, who released music over the years, become a MOBO-nominated Artist, and has a career in Health, and Sabrina Weathers, who dabbled in Gospel, Reggae, and Pop under the name TeeJAH, and even tried her hand at Content Creation. Chantel Alleyne would end up on an episode of the “Deal Or No Deal” game show in 2025, and is an Office Manager. “Sweet Love 2k” remains their biggest, and most recognized hit.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Dave And Ansell Collins – Double Barrel (1970)

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For today’s “Oldies Sunday” selection, we feature a song that you have heard before, in a number of ways. Today, we go back in time to check out Dave And Ansell Collins’ “Double Barrel“.

Produced by Winston Riley and released through the Techniques Label in 1970, Dave And Ansell Collins delivers what could be called a theme song for British Spy James Bond in, “Double Barrel”. The track is mostly an Instrumental with Dave (Dave Barker) performing a series of ad-libs and chants. The aforementioned James Bond was an inspiration behind recording the track, and was done in one take. The production featured the first appearance on record of a young Drummer by the name of Sly Dunbar, who would go on to create History. “Double Barrel” was a hit for Dave and Ansell, and was the second Reggae song to top the UK Singles Chart. It also went to #1 in Mexico and The Netherlands, and sold 300,000 copies after only 33 Radio plays in the UK. “Double Barrel” was sampled numerous times over the years, and is one of the most sampled songs of all time, featured on releases from Kanye West, Special Ed, Slick Rick, MadLib, Biz Markie, Prince, The Alchemist, and even Fast Food giant Arby’s.

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Since the release of “Double Barrel”, Dave And Ansell Collins went on to release more music together before parting ways after the release of their 1971 album also named, “Double Barrel” (3 more albums were released, 2 in the 70s and 1 in the 90s, but were just collections of previously-released music, and were not deemed official albums by the duo). They unsuccessfully made a comeback in the 80s, but fell back into solo work. Fun fact: Reggae Artist I-Wayne was raised by Ansell Collins, who was married to Wayne’s Aunt. “Double Barrel” remains Dave And Ansell Collins’ most successful release.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Tommy McCook & The Supersonics – Mabrouk (1970)

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On September 23, renowned Musician/Producer/Bass Legend Clifton “Jackie” Jackson made his transition. Known for Basslines that advanced genres, his contributions to Jamaican music are in no way minimal. Today, we remember the late Bassist by featuring his work as a member of Tommy McCook & The Supersonics on, “Mabrouk“.

Arranged by Duke Reid and released through Treasure Isle in 1970, Tommy McCook & The Supersonics provided a sound that would wake up towns, and kept the streets moving with, “Mabrouk”. Also known as “Wailing” and “Wailing Mabrouk” with rereleases, the meeting of Instruments was not only soothing to the ear, but called for listeners to get into a groove. Jackie Jackson’s Bassline was prominent throughout, and kept the other sounds in check. Before it lived a life as “Mabrouk”, it made its debut in 1967 as the Instrumental for The Techniques’ “Queen Majesty” minus the horn section. Dennis Alcapone would take the reigns in 1972 with “My Voice Is Insured For Half A Million Dollars“, and it would go on to be sampled by Sugar Minott, Bobby Digital, Sonia Pottinger, Harry J, Bunny “Striker” Lee, George Phang, Prince Tony Robinson, Joseph Hoo Kim, and more.

Jackie Jackson’s work on “Mabrouk” would make him a sought after Bassist, and lead him to work with the likes of Toots & The Maytals who he would go on to tour with for 50 years, The Wailers, Jimmy Cliff, Paul Simon, Desmond Dekker, Lee “Scratch” Perry, and his late Wife Karen Smith. He would inspire the likes of Aston “Family Man” Barrett, and Robbie Shakespeare of Sly & Robbie. Clifton “Jackie” Jackson would pass away on September 23, 2026, but would leave behind a legacy that will be carried on by his family, and the true students of music. His Basslines permeate through Jamaican music to this day.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Wilkins – Margarita (1987)

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Break out the outfits, it’s “Hispanic Heritage Month” on “Oldies Sunday“! Hispanic Americans continue to make significant contributions to entertainment, sports, and pop culture, and we have highlighted a number of them over the years. For today’s selection, we go back in time to check out Puerto Rican Artist Wilkins’ “Margarita“.

Produced by Michael Sembello and Randy Waldman and released through WEA in 1987, Wilkins sings for the love of his dreams in, “Margarita”. Armed with uptempo production, Wilkins shares that he desires her greatly, and despite seeing her in his dreams, those are moments he needs to relive. The Salsa single earned the Singer popularity since its release, earning him chart placements, and gold certifications in Latin American, the US, European, African, and Asian markets. The track was also remixed a number of times over the years. “Margarita” was featured on his 1987 album “Paraiso Perdido“, and the 1988 Film, “Salsa“.

Since the release of “Margarita”, Wilkins went on to continue a very successful career. He released over 40 albums before retiring in 2007, but has “unretired” a number of times through tours. Wilkins has built a legacy that will inspire generations, and he is to be celebrated. “Margarita” remains one of his greatest hits.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Jimmy James – Come To Me Softly (1966)

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Today on “Oldies Sunday“, we’re bringing to you a lil soul. The Caribbean has produced a number of Soul Singers over the years, and their sounds have tapped into every part of the world. For today’s selection, we look back at Jimmy James’ (whose birthday is recognized today) “Come To Me Softly“.

Arranged by Anthony King and released through the Gaydisc label in 1966, Jimmy James (in some versions include his group The Vagabonds) sang about that good ol’ love in, “Come To Me Softly”. Paired with welcoming production, this song was the one to slow dance to with your lover. James’ approach pulled the heartstrings of many listeners, and it quickly became a hit. The popularity of an early release of the song was so huge, that it prompted James to leave his job with the Inland Revenue to pursue music full time. “Come To Me Softly” would appear on Jimmy James & The Vagabonds’ 1966 album, “The New Religion“.

Since the release of “Come To The Me Softly”, Jimmy James would go on to record more singles, and score more hits over the years. He took his talents to the UK and developed a following there, and shared the stage with the likes of Rod Stewart, The Who, Sonny & Cher, Ben E. King, and many others. Jimmy James passed away in 2024, and many still play his music including “Come To Me Softly”, which is his most successful release.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Ernest Wilson – Money Worries (1967)

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We’re in the month of September, and like other months, the bills are here. In the Caribbean, September starts the new school year, and everything from the tuition to the school supplies are pricey. Some parents have been saving for most of the year, and still come up short. No matter the year or decade, there has been a song about cost of living, and today’s “Oldies Sunday” selection covers one of them. Today, we go back in time to check out Ernest Wilson’s “Money Worries“.

Produced by “Sir Coxsone” Dodd and released through Studio One in 1967, Ernest Wilson cries at the rising costs of everything in, “Money Worries”. He shares how the everyday Man is affected as they work hard, only to receive so little in the end. He also sheds light on his family life as even putting gas in the car puts a major dent in the household funds. “Money Worries” quickly became a hit for Wilson, and spawned a number of remixes over the years, with other Producers getting involved. The relatable lyrics were true then, and still holds weight today.

Since the release of “Money Worries”, Ernest Wilson continued to release music. His music releases were short-lived, and he would work as an Aviation Supervisor at the Norman Manley International Airport. He was the founding member of The Clarendonians with Peter Austin, and he introduced a young Freddie McGregor (who was sometimes a member, and was a part of a duo with Wilson) to Coxsone Dodd, and the rest is history. Ernest Wilson passed away in 2021, but many still remember his numerous releases, including “Money Worries”.

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