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OLDIES SUNDAY: Joy White – Check You Daughter (1975)

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The month of March is recognized as “Women’s History Month“. Reggae Music, since its inception has had contributions from many great Women in every field from Vocals, to Production, to Performance. “Oldies Sunday” has recognized many Women during the month, and throughout the years. For today’s selection, we highlight Joy White, and her track, “Check You Daughter“.

Produced by Lloyd Campbell for Matador Production, and released through the Love label in 1975, “Check You Daughter” is an appreciation for the Rasta Woman. Joy White shares that she has gotten plenty attention and respect during her travels. She didn’t conform to the beauty standards that have been pushed in society, and she stands out with her Rastafarian faith and lifestyle. “Check You Daughter” gained popularity for White locally and Internationally shortly after its release, and added to her growing catalogue of songs.

Since the release of “Check You Daughter”, Joy White continued to release more music. She has worked with the likes of Bunny Lee, Donovan Germain, Sir Coxsone Dodd, Courtney Cole, The Revolutionaries, and toured with the likes of Sugar Minott, Derrick Morgan, Black Uhuru, Johnny Clarke, and others. Joy White also has a Daughter in Music, DJ Naz Gurlpower, who has been making strides in her own lane for a number of years. Joy White has scored a few hits over the years, but “Check You Daughter” is still recognized and celebrated by many.

Thank You Joy White For this Hit!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: @MorganHeritage – Tell Me How Come (2005)

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Last Sunday (February 25), the music world suffered another loss as Peter “Peetah” Morgan, lead Vocalist of Morgan Heritage, passed away. While many are saddened by the news, there are some of us who have to celebrate him in the best way we can. Today on “Oldies Sunday“, we celebrate Peetah’s legacy, and celebrate the group with the selection, “Tell Me How Come“.

Produced by Donovan Bennett for Don Corleon Records on the “Seasons Riddim“, Morgan Heritage’s “Tell Me How Come” was released in 2005 through VP Records. The track speaks about the many injustices that have been happening in Jamaica, and the people who are going through it are crying out for help. They highlight the persecution of Rastafarians, corruption from those in power, crime and violence in the country, the inequalities when it comes to uptown vs downtown, Artists being locked up, and they question the validity of the Motto, “Out Of Many One People” while so much wrong is happening. Peetah Morgan leads the charge on the track, and the group share strong messages that quickly connected with the listener. “Tell Me How Come” became a hit for the group, and was featured on the group’s 2005 album, “Full Circle“. A music video, which was directed by Jay Will, was made in support of the single.

Since the release of “Tell Me How Come”, Morgan Heritage went on to release more music, dealt with band members leaving for solo careers and other ventures, solidifying their status as one of Reggae biggest groups, copped a couple GRAMMY awards as well, and recently suffered the loss of Peetah Morgan, who was fighting a long battle with illness. Morgan Heritage was many hits to their name, but “Tell Me How Come” remains a favourite for many.

Thank You Morgan Heritage For This Classic.

Sleep Well Peetah Morgan.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Lord Composer – Hill And Gully Ride (1954)

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It’s another Oldies Sunday, no matter where you are in the world. When you talk about hits, Jamaica has a ton of them spanning decades. This time around, we go back to the 1950’s to check out Lord Composer’s “Hill And Gully Ride/Mandeville Road“.

Released through Motta’s Recording Studio (Fun Fact: This was Jamaica’s 1st privately owned Recording Studio, and was owned by Stanley Motta) in 1954, “Hill And Gully Ride/Mandeville Road” was a medley Mento single recorded by Lord Composer and his Silver Seas Hotel Orchestra. “Hill And Gully Ride” was a dancing tune that had a few instructions while “Mandeville Road” was about people going to Manchester to break stones, a profession that many did in those days before the advancements in Technology. Both songs were done over percussion, strings, and a Fife solo, with Composer being lead Vocalist with backing vocals. “Hill And Gully Ride/Mandeville Road” were Folks Songs, belonging in a department called “Digging Songs“. They were included with another medley single on a Record, and sounded nothing like what was out in those times. The medley was covered by a number of Folk Singers, and two versions of it would later become the theme music for the popular “Hill An’ Gully Ride” TV series in Jamaica. The lyrics and cadence of “Hill And Gully Ride” were sampled by a number of Artists including YellowMan and Busy Signal, while “Mandeville Road” was sampled by Dancehall group T.O.K.

Lord Composer never released many songs when he was active, and only had an LP’s worth of singles since the release of “Hill And Gully Ride/Mandeville Road”. Composer passed away in 1990, and his music is celebrated to this day in parts of the world.

Thank You Lord Composer For Your ClassicS!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Lasana Bandelé – Living In Shacks (1987)

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February is recognized as “Black History Month“. The month reflects on the plights of Black people, and celebrates the achievements and innovations by them. It is also recognized as “Reggae Month“, celebrating the global impact the genre has over the past few decades, and will have for generations to come. For today’s “Oldies Sunday” selection, we highlight a musical figure who used his voice to shed light on the struggles his people faced, seeking for better ways. His name is Lasana Bandelé, and the track is called, “Living In Shacks“.

Arranged by Lasana Bandelé and Leebert “Gibby” Morrison and released through Storitela Music in 1987, “Living In Shacks” finds Bandelé doing some Social Commentary. He looks at the destitute conditions many are living in and what they have experienced for centuries,  and calling out those who can help but are caught up in vanity and corruption. Bandelé’s song came with powerful words, and at a time when Black people around the world faced great hardship. “Living In Shacks” earned its respect shortly after its release, and it connected with many around the world thanks to its lyrical content. The song was included in Bandelé’s “Storitela” album that was released in 1989. The music video for “Living In Shacks”, directed by Phase 3 and Dermot Hussey, was premiered on JBC TV (now Television Jamaica/TVJ) as a part of Lasana Bandelé’s “The Storitela” TV Special, and was aired regularly.

Since the release of “Living In Shacks”, Lasana Bandelé continued to share his powerful content over the years. From Poetry to Filmmaking, Bandelé made his voice be heard, and messages connect to many locally and Internationally.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Leroy Gibbons – Four Season Lover (1987)

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With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, today’s Oldies Sunday selection will have a lil love in it. For the lovers, today’s post comes from Reggae Crooner Leroy Gibbons with the track, “Four Season Lover“.

Produced by King Jammy’s and arranged by Steelie and Clevie with its release through Jammy’s Records in 1987, Leroy Gibbons declares his the lover for all times on “Four Season Lover”. With his powerful delivery, he urges his lover to never give her love away, as he will be there for her in every way. When the times are cold, he’s there to warm her up, when she’s hot, he will cool her down. “Four Season Lover” was featured on the popular “Fresh Riddim“, was an instant hit in Jamaica and throughout parts of the world, and was later included in Gibbons’ 1988 album of the same name.

Since the release of “Four Season Lover”, Leroy Gibbons continued to enjoy an established music career over the years. He still performs to this day, and “Four Season Lover” is still a highly requested song to play. Shout out the lovers for all seasons.

Thank You Leroy Gibbons For This Hit Song!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Aston “Family Man” Barrett – Soul Constitution (1971)

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Before we start off today’s Oldies Sunday, we want to send our condolences to the families of the late Alan Magnus, and the late Aston “Family Man” Barrett who made their transitions over the weekend. May their legacies live on.

On Oldies Sunday, we’ve highlighted many who have made the music we love. From Vocalists to Musicians, they have provided sounds and vibes beyond our imaginations, scoring hits, and faves in the process. Today, we highlight a Musician who was the backbone of a few important Bands in Jamaican Music. His name is Aston Barrett, many know him as “Family Man” Barrett, and we highlight his track, “Soul Constitution“.

Arranged by Aston Barrett and featuring Musician Glen Adams, “Soul Constitution” was released through the Star Apple label in 1971. The Instrumental track features Aston’s signature basslines, backing by additional Instruments, and a soulful vibe throughout that could easily be the theme music for a TV show. “Soul Constitution” was one of Barrett’s many productions, and was re-issued in 2016, and included in his 2016 album of the same name. It was also sampled on the 2007 track “Engine Running” by Hip Hop Artists Talib Kweli and Consequence, and Producer Madlib.

Aston “Family Man” Barrett was a member of Bob Marley & The Wailers, The Hippy Boys with Lloyd Charmers, the Barrett Brothers with his Brother Carlton, and The Upsetters with the late Lee “Scratch” Perry. He was a Producer who co-produced, engineered, and played on albums by Bob Marley & The Wailers, Judy Mowatt, Burning Spear, Keith Hudson, Augustus Pablo, Max Romeo, and many others including his own albums. He has been celebrated by many, and was recognized by legendary Musicians/Artists/Publications, and was awarded the Order of Distinction in 2021 during Jamaica’s National Honours and Awards. He was also highlighted in the upcoming “Bob Marley: One Love” Film played by his son, Aston Barrett Jr. Aston “Family Man” Barrett passed away on February 3, 2024, but left behind a legacy that will span generations, and like his nickname, a large family both biological and social.

Thank you Aston Barrett For Your Works. Sleep Well.

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