Tag: Oldies

Nahki - Original Ninja on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Japan #Dancehall #JapaneseDancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Nahki #OriginalNinja #BaddestJapanese #1989 #KingJammys #Oldies #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #Caribbean #Asia

OLDIES SUNDAY: Nahki – Original Ninja (1989)

Posted on by swadedavillain

Happy Oldies Sunday! In our last post, we highlighted Artists who were influenced by Caribbean music, and today is no different. The country that our next Artist originates from has a longstanding music history with Jamaica, and the relationship is still strong today. For today’s selection, we head over to Japan to check out Nahki’s “Original Ninja“.

Produced by King Jammys and released through Jammy’s Records in 1989, Nahki stepped out with a single that helped to introduce the world to Japanese Dancehall. Heavily influenced by Jamaica, Nahki adopted Patois, and delivered with a melody and stance like he was one of the top Dancehall acts in those times. A lover of Reggae music since the 70s, it was a chance meeting with Reggae/Dancehall Icon Sugar Minott that gave him a chance to hone his skills, and make solid bonds with fellow Artists and Producers in Japan, and Jamaica. “Original Ninja” was a hit for Nahki, and the track was featured on his debut album, “Baddest Japanese” that was released in 1990.

Since the release of “Original Ninja”, Nahki went on to release a few more albums, scored more hits, maintained “Reggae Japansplash” which he helped to start in 1985, and etched his place in the history books. He is widely regarded as a pioneer in Japanese Dancehall, an Ambassador for Dancehall & Reggae, and he helped to influence generations of talent from Japan. “Original Ninja” is still recognized today along with many of Nahki’s releases.

Thank You Nahki For This Classic!

Nahki、この古典的な作品をありがとう!

Check out the track below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter, TikTok, Threads, and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

Continue reading “OLDIES SUNDAY: Nahki – Original Ninja (1989)” →

Bad Brains "Leaving Babylon" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #WashingtonDC #NewYork #Jamaica #PunkRock #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #BadBrains #1982 #ROIR #ReachOutInternationalRecords #RockBand #Band #HardcorePunk #Oldies #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: @BadBrainsBand – Leaving Babylon (1982)

Posted on by swadedavillain

It’s Oldies Sunday, and today we’re going to do something different. While this section has been home to many Artists who hail from the Caribbean, what about those who have been influenced by the Caribbean? For today’s selection, we check out US band Bad Brains, and their track, “Leaving Babylon“.

“Leaving Babylon” was produced by Jay Dublee, and performed by original Bad Brains band members H.R., Dr. Know, Darryl Jenifer, and Earl Hudson. It was released through the ROIR (Reach Out International Records) label in 1982. Though Bad Brains originally started out as a Punk Rock band, they also tapped into the Reggae sound thanks to seeing Bob Marley perform live in their home base of Washington D.C., H.R.’s Jamaican background, and leaning into the Rastafarian faith and culture. “Leaving Babylon” was one of their Reggae releases, and it not only featured the Reggae sound, but shared lyrics about escaping the society that left people destitute, dealt with phony Politicians, and seeking a better place as nothing will change from where they’re coming from. It also sampled the Bass line from The Royals’ 1968 single, “Pick Up The Pieces“.

“Leaving Babylon” was featured on Bad Brains’ self-titled debut studio album, and quickly won over listeners. It was covered by the likes of Sublime, Jesse Malin, and 311. Their debut album is one of the most groundbreaking releases for the hardcore scene, with many Artists citing it as one of the greatest ever. Bad Brains is widely considered the pioneers of Hardcore Punk Rock, and along with fusing Reggae into the Rock scene, they paved the way for many bands to follow. Since the release of “Leaving Babylon”, they have released more albums, went through a number of breakups and reunions, and are still active today. Reggae Artist Jesse Royal briefly joined the band in 2015. “Leaving Babylon” is still a favourite for many listeners of Bad Brains.

Thank You Bad Brains For This Track!

Check out the track below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter, TikTok, Threads, and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

Continue reading “OLDIES SUNDAY: @BadBrainsBand – Leaving Babylon (1982)” →

Richie Stephens "Come To Jamaica" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #RichieStephens #ComeToJamaica #Jamaica61 #IndependenceDay #Oldies #OldSchool #OldiesSunday #2008 #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: Richie Stephens – Come To Jamaica (2007)

Posted on by swadedavillain

It’s Independence Day in Jamaica, and we celebrate Jamaica 61 on “Oldies Sunday“! This year we get two days of Independence celebrations, and we urge our readers to be safe on the road. Today’s selection comes from Richie Stephens with the track, “Come To Jamaica“.

Co-Produced with Danny Browne and released on the Pot Of Gold label in 2007, “Come To Jamaica” is one of the unofficial anthems of Jamaica by Richie Stephens. Throughout the track, Stephens is inviting outsiders to come and experience the Island, and all that it has to offer. With a great vocal delivery and a backup that help to steer this performance in the right place, “Come To Jamaica” instantly became a hit for Stephens. He had a track record of highlighting Jamaica in the best way through song, and this track was just another addition to the lineup. “Come To Jamaica” was featured on the 2008 album of the same name. The song was also remixed for CVM TV to promote their channel (“Looking in, looking out, looking even better…“).

Since the release of “Come To Jamaica”, Richie Stephens continued to have a music career that was already legendary. “Come To Jamaica” remains a favourite for many.

Thank You Richie Stephens For This Hit!

Check out the track below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter, TikTok, Threads, and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

Continue reading “OLDIES SUNDAY: Richie Stephens – Come To Jamaica (2007)” →

Danny English x Egg Nogg "Party Time" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #DannyEnglish #EggNogg #PartyTime #2002 #DiwaliRiddim #Lenky #LenkyMarsden #Oldies #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: Danny English Ft. Egg Nogg – Party Time (2002)

Posted on by swadedavillain

Closing off the month of July on Oldies Sunday, and we’re celebrating Summer! For today’s selection, we go back to a time before Social Media, when “Peanut” cellphones were the rage, and the Riddims became instant hits. We go back to the early 2000s with Danny English and Egg Nogg’s “Party Time“.

Produced by “Lenky” Marsden on the “Diwali Riddim” and released through the 40/40 Label in 2002, “Party Time” was about having a good time with good people. Danny English’s raspy delivery paired with Egg Nogg’s melodic flow paired well together, and over the classic instrumental, the song quickly became a hit locally and Internationally. The “Diwali Riddim” already had hits from other Artists, and this track was just icing on the cake.

Since the release of “Party Time”, Danny English and Egg Nogg continued to secure their presence in Dancehall with more music releases. Though they didn’t repeat the success of their hit, they remained active over the years. “Party Time” is a classic, and continues to cause a scene everywhere it’s played.

Thank You Danny English & Egg Nogg For This Hit!

CHECK OUT OUR “DIWALI RIDDIM” THROWBACK PLAYLIST.

Check out the track below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter, TikTok, Threads, and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

Continue reading “OLDIES SUNDAY: Danny English Ft. Egg Nogg – Party Time (2002)” →

RDX "Kotch" EP on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #RDX #KotchEP #BendOva #2009 #Daggering #Oldies #OldiesSunday #OldSchool #Caribbean #Renigad #Delomar

OLDIES SUNDAY: RDX – Bend Ova (2009)

Posted on by swadedavillain

When it comes to music during the Summertime in Jamaica, there was a certain type of music that would ensure the party was successful. There was the “Daggering” era that was filled with hits from some of your favourite Artists. This duo in particular had the era on lock with tune after tune, and they go by the names Delomar and Renigad a.k.a. RDX. Today’s Oldies Sunday selection from them is the single, “Bend Ova“.

Produced by Chad Simpson a.k.a. Dancehall Artist Mr. G on the “Wibble Wobble Riddim” and released through Young Blood label in 2009, RDX’s “Bend Ova” was a song that had one mission: to make the ladies DANCE! With the duo’s commanding lyrics, the intense energy throughout, and a Riddim that got things going, “Bend Ova” was made to cause a scene. The “Daggering” era was filled with sexual energy, and “Bend Ova” was one of the anthems as it instantly became one of the many hits for the Dancehall duo. The single was later released on various compilations, including the 2014 “Kotch EP“. “Bend Ova” also caught the attention of the Jamaica Broadcasting Commission who then banned the song, turning it into an even more popular song worldwide. Last year, it became a viral sensation on Social Media platform, TikTok that kicked off a challenge.

Since the release of “Bend Ova”, RDX went on to score more hits, and toured extensively. Unfortunately the duo parted ways in the late 2010s due to feuds, and as of last week, there’s no chance of them reuniting. RDX’s music is needed in the Dancehall scene that’s filled with “Choppa” songs, and many ladies have been unsuccessfully seeking alternatives to RDX. Let’s hope Delomar and Renigad really put things in the past, and get things going again.

Thank You RDX For This Hit!

Check out the track below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter, TikTok, Threads, and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

Continue reading “OLDIES SUNDAY: RDX – Bend Ova (2009)” →

Toyan "Spar With Me" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Toyan #RankinToyan #PupaToyan #SparWithMe #JunjoLawes #1981 #Caribbean #OldSchool #Oldies #OldiesSunday

OLDIES SUNDAY: Toyan – Spar With Me (1981)

Posted on by swadedavillain

When it comes to Jamaican music, there is respect given to the Artist/Writer, and the Producer. What some forget about is the DJ/Selector who helps to break the Record. Before Social Media was a thing, it was the Disc Jockey who made sure your song got played. It’s still relevant in some scenarios today, and we still have to respect their role. Keeping with the theme of songs that may have been hits in the Summer, today’s Oldies Sunday selection comes from Toyan a.k.a. Rankin Toyan a.k.a. Pupa Toyan with his single, “Spar With Me“.

Produced by Henry “Junjo” Lawes and released through the Jah Guidance label in 1981, Toyan dedicated “Spar With Me” to the DJ, more specifically the legendary Barry “Barry G” Gordon. Toyan’s energetic delivery makes the song a very interesting one to listen to as he invites listeners to tune into the Barry G “The Boogey Man“, a name that has been one of the DJ’s trademarks, and invites the ladies to bubble with him as Barry selects the hits. Barry G has been a part of Jamaican music for nearly 50 years, and has used his platform and skillset to break Artists and Records, helped generations of Artist secure #1 chart success, and secured his place as one of the greatest Jamaican DJs whose name has travelled near and far.

“Spar With Me” became a popular track when it was released, and was featured on Toyan’s  1982 album of the same name. Toyan was one of the top Dancehall acts in the 80s, and he had a great following, inspiring a number of Artists. Since the release of “Spar With Me”, he went on to release more songs, and took his talents to various parts of the world. Sadly, he tragically lost his life in 1991, but his music continues to hold a significant place in the lives of many. Big up to the DJ.

Thank You Toyan For This Classic. Rest Well.

Check out the track below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter, TikTok, Threads, and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

Continue reading “OLDIES SUNDAY: Toyan – Spar With Me (1981)” →