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Sizzla & DJ Karim Trample The Demons On “Fire Bun”

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Reggae/Dancehall Icon Sizzla Kalonji has been having a busy 2023. With new music, community development, live performances, and tours, he is running off of a different type of energy. With the year coming to a close, he has a few more things in store to gear up for, and one of them was his recently released single, “Bun Dem”.

Produced by the legendary DJ Karim for his Stainless Music imprint along with Kalonji Music, Sizzla is not holding back as he charges after the wicked and corrupt individuals of the world. Unleashing powerful lyrics and displaying great energy over the production, Sizzla burns the fire that will have the oppressors begging for mercy. The listener will feel like they need to suit up and join the Artist in war, chanting “Fire, fire, fire…” throughout. “Fire Bun” is just one of many new releases this year, and DJ Karim adds to his catalogue of hits as he enjoys over 20 years of feeding the masses with music.

In addition to new music, Sizzla’s presence was requested for the 2024 edition of “BRT Weekend”. Come March 2024, the Deejay will take the stage with fellow musical giants for a fun filled series of events in Ocho Rios, St. Ann. BRT Weekend will celebrate their 12 year anniversary with their event, and they hold their own as the world’s biggest Caribbean Music Festival. Party goers will be tuned in as Sizzla delivers the hits, and celebrate great music.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Mystic Revealers – Got To Be A Better Way (1991)

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The world is troubled, and there’s a lot going on. Every day there’s some sort of conflict in family, friendships, and relationships. People are lead astray from all types of individuals and platforms, and even the most conscious or morally upstanding person can be corrupted. It’s a crazy world out there. Today’s Oldies Sunday selection comes from a Band that has delivered songs that aimed to make the listener more conscious of themselves, and more aware of what’s going on in the world. We go back in time to hear Mystic Revealers’ “Got To Be A Better Way“.

The self-produced “Got To Be A Better Way” was released through Sonic Sounds in 1991, and it finds Mystic Revealers seeking a way out of this world that has been tarnished for so long. They speak about wars, corrupt Politicians, poverty, hypocrisy, and they plead for the people to unite and develop solutions for a more positive world. The song was lead vocally by Billy “Mystic” Wilmot, and when performed live featured some deejaying by Dancehall Artist Angie Angel (the original version doesn’t contain her vocals, but it was somewhat sampled/remixed for a version with her called “What A Galang“). “Got To Be A Better Way” quickly became a hit for the Band locally, and was recognized internationally as it was released through MCA Records. The track was performed at Reggae Sunsplash, was featured on their 1993 album, “Jah Works“, and later on their 2015 “Crucial Cuts” compilation.

Mystic Revealers took their share of hiatuses over the years, but since the release of “Got To Be A Better Way”, they went on to release a number of singles and albums, and toured until a hiatus in the early 2000s. Lead Vocalist Billy Mystic went on to become a brand himself as he founded the Jamaica Surfing Association, opening the doors for the Caribbean’s Pro Surfing culture, and thanks to his acting prowess became a star on the popular Jamaican Soap Opera series “Royal Palm Estate” as the character “CC“. Mystic Revealers reconnected in the 2010s, released albums in 2015 and 2020. “Got To Be A Better Way” remains one of their most recognized singles.

Thank You Mystic Revealers For This Hit!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Gyptian – Serious Times (2005)

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With the month of October coming to a close, we’d like to highlight an Artist who made a significant dent when his music crossed over to the International market. A man who didn’t stick to one style, and earned a number of hits along the way. He recently celebrated his 40th birthday, and his name is Gyptian. On today’s Oldies Sunday, we look back at his debut single, “Serious Times“.

Produced by Kenneth Wilson on the “Spiritual War Riddim” and released through the Frenz Label in 2005, Gyptian shared some social commentary on “Serious Times”. The Singjay shares his observations on what’s affecting his community and the rest of the world, offers advice to listeners in their daily navigations, encourages everyone to be more in tune spiritually and socially, and to give thanks for life above ground. With the help of some African-inspired production and his own smooth vocals, “Serious Times” became Gyptian’s first hit. The track was featured on his 2006 debut album “My Name Is Gyptian“, which went on to make an Artist to watch locally, and Internationally. “Serious Times” was covered by a number of Artists, and was performed by a Student Choir during one season of the Jamaican “All Together Sing” High School Choir competition series.

Since the release of “Serious Times”, Gyptian went on to release more music that increased his profile locally, and eventually making him a bigger name overseas. His is still an active Artist, and is instantly recognized for his biggest hit “Hold Yuh”, but many still remember the new Artist in the mid-2000s who stepped out with “Serious Times”.

Thank You Gyptian For This Classic!

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.@ZaggaMusic Shares That “Energy Never Lie” On New Album

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The past few years have seen a rise in Jamaican Artists releasing EPs and albums. Some have blessed the Artists with many opportunities locally and Internationally, and others have become award winners. Artists like Zagga knew early on the importance of making albums a part of his catalogue. He has released 2 so far, and is going for the gold the 3rd time around with “Energy Never Lie“.

Featuring 12 tracks and released through Amini Music, Zagga steps out with positive messages, strong deliveries, and an array of different sounds for the “Energy Never Lie” album. The Artist has something for those who need a dose of positive energy, something for those who need to dance, something for the ladies, and contributions that will help to break the negative mindsets around the world. Production on the new album include the likes of 1Royalty Ent., Shakespeare, Extol Music, Wikid Media Music, Collect Di Bred Ent., Amini Music. Zagga holds his own for the most part, but invited friends like Moyann, Jahshii, and IWaata for a few tracks. Zagga has been deemed as an underrated Artist, but thanks to his consistency, more people are becoming more aware of him and his gifts. Energy never lied on this one.

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Alborosie & @KabakaPyramid Share Their “Nah Sell Out” Collaboration

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In a world that finds many giving up morals and beliefs for fame and “the bag“, Reggae Artist Alborosie is not here for none of that. He is charged up, and ready to deliver the right message with his new single, “Nah Sell Out“.

Featuring GRAMMY-winning Artist Kabaka Pyramid, Alborosie shares on “Nah Sell Out” that the goal is to be successful and earn that money, but not at the cost of his faith and consciousness. He gets militant with Kabaka, and the track should be quick to slap you upside your head if you think you’re going to sell out for material things. The Warrior Films-directed visual finds the Artists chopping it up with their respective companions at the table, and we get flashbacks of them as kids experiencing various things in their community while trying to survive out there. Alborosie has found another hit with this single, and we expect its message to connect with the right people today. “Nah Sell Out” was featured on Alborosie’s latest album, “Destiny“.

(Speaking of chopping, we need that Kabaka x Masicka EP)

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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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