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OLDIES SUNDAY: Johnny Nash – Hold Me Tight (1968)

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February is recognized as “Reggae Month” in Jamaica, and in parts of the world. It is also Black History Month, and on “Oldies Sunday“, we’re celebrating Black Music. Today, we highlight History as we go back to the 1960s to check out American Reggae/Pop/Soul Singer Johnny Nash and his track, “Hold Me Tight“.

Co-Produced with Arthur Jenkins and released through JAD Records in 1968, Johnny Nash is making up with him lady through song in “Hold Me Tight”. Nash admits his mistakes throughout the relationship, and realizes that his lady is the right one for him, so he’s going to do all the right things to make the their union better. “Hold Me Tight” created History as being one of the first Rocksteady singles to be performed and released by a non-Jamaican, and it went on to become a top 5 hit in North America (securing a #1 in Canada), and earning a top 5 placement in the UK. It also paved the way for Nash to release even more Reggae/Rocksteady singles. “Hold Me Tight” was used in Commercials for the Score brand, was sampled by Tanya Stephens and Spragga Benz, and covered by the likes of Gregory Isaacs, Eddie Lovette, Anthony Swete, and Anita Harris.

Since the release of “Hold Me Tight”, Johnny Nash continued to release more albums and singles until the early 80s where he seemed to have disappeared from the spotlight. His career enjoyed some resurgence during the 90s, and started singing again in the 2000s. Johnny Nash passed away in October 2020 after his health started to decline for years. “Hold Me Tight” remains one of his most popular singles to date, and a part of Jamaican Music History.

Thank You Johnny Nash For This Classic!

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Haile Celestial Drops Visual For @KabakaPyramid-Featured “Walking Parable”

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It’s February, and the start of “Reggae Month“. The genre has come a long way, and it continues to grow, and expand to new territories. One Reggae Artist who continues to contribute to its growth is Haile Celestial f.k.a. 5 Star Celestial. Earlier, he shared the visual for the single, “Walking Parable“.

Directed by Aim See Love, Haile Celestial continues to uphold the Rastafarian order on the Kabaka Pyramid-featured “Walking Parable”. Produced by Iotosh, the two Artists trade solid lyrics, elevate their way of life and mindset, and call for the fall of the products of negativity and corruption while highlighting a few locations, and familiar faces including Dr. Kadamawe Knife. Haile continues to share music with strong messages, remains militant with his presence, and build a solid fanbase. Bun down Babylon, dem horrible.

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.@RootsLewis Throws A “Celebration” Inna Rub-A-Dub Style

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2025 started off roughly for some people, but there is hope. Some days may be dark, but we look forward to sunshine. Reggae Artist/Actor Hector “Roots” Lewis is starting the year off right with the new single, “Celebration“.

Co-Produced with Johnny Cosmic, Hector “Roots” Lewis brings good vibrations, love, and happiness inna Rub-A-Dub style on, “Celebration”. Over retro-styled Reggae production, Hector is all about a good time, unity, and spreading the love everywhere. This is not the time for the weapons, let every Man grab a Woman, every Woman grab a Man, and just vibe out to the new selection. In 2024, Hector “Roots” Lewis not only released music, but made appearances on screens around the world as he played the role of the late Carlton “Carly” Barrett, former Drummer for Bob Marley & The Wailers, in the “Bob Marley: One Love” Biopic. Expect Lewis to take on more stages around the world this year, release more music, and bring the love to even more people.

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.@BlvkH3ro Makes Producer Debut On Sizzla & Anthony B’s “Victory”

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Since the late 2010s, Recording Artist Blvk H3ro has been putting in the work to become one of the standout acts in the “Future Reggae” lane. With many years now behind him, he has secured record deals, growth in his fanbase, high profile collaborations and cosigns, consistent bookings, crossing over to the International market, and even earned a GRAMMY nomination. He isn’t slowing down however, and recently he made his debut as a Producer on the single, “Victory“.

“Victory” is a collaboration between Reggae Icons Sizzla Kalonji, and Anthony B. Blvk H3ro’s Producer debut was done with Island Vibe Agency, and the track finds the Reggae acts praising Jah, providing words of motivation for the people, calling for an end to corruption, and encouraging many to be more in tune with the Creator. Sizzla and Anthony B always make for a good collab, and Blvk H3ro scored a solid first release as he provided the sound for two Artists who he considers his musical inspirations. For those who didn’t know, Anthony B previously worked with H3ro on the “On A Mission” album. H3ro is also working on a new album, with a possible release this year, so stay tuned.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: The In-Crowd – Marcus Garvey’s Back In Town (1979)

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Today (January 19) is a historic day. While many are experiencing the on and off in terms of Social Media platform TikTok, this morning it was revealed that Jamaica’s first National Hero, Marcus Garvey, was posthumously pardoned by the Biden Administration in the United States. This comes after more than 101 years after he was convicted of Mail Fraud in 1923. The case was accused of having racial and political overtones, and many advocates rallied for a pardon over the decades, but to no avail. In US President Joe Biden’s final day, he made the pardon possible, and on “Oldies Sunday“, we celebrate. Today’s selection comes from The In-Crowd with the track, “Marcus Garvey’s Back In Town“.

Produced by Phil Mathias, written by Fil Callender, and released through Weed Beat in 1979, “Marcus Garvey’s Back In Town” was The In-Crowd’s way of bringing the late National Hero to the public again, and pay tribute to him. They speak about his influence, his works and contributions to advancing Black People, and encouraging the people to fight for their rights, and demand reparations. The upbeat production carries the solid lyrics throughout, persuading the public to take an ear, and be inspired to do the right thing. “Marcus Garvey’s Back In Town” gained popularity when it was released, and was featured on the group’s 1978 album, “His Majesty Is Coming“.

Today’s a big day in Jamaican and Black History, and let’s see what other possibilities are there in the coming future.

Thank You The In-Crowd For This Classic!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Jahmali – El Shaddai (1997)

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2025 has started off with a number of incidents, and hopefully they aren’t indications of what to expect for the rest of the year. When it comes to music, we just have to deliver content where one can find some peace and order for a few moments. Today’s “Oldies Sunday” selection comes from Reggae Artist Jahmali, and we highlight his single, “El Shaddai“.

Produced by Donovan Germain and released through Penthouse Records in 1997, Jahmali provides a song of rejoicing in, “El Shaddai”. The title means “God Almighty“, and the song encourages listeners to find peace in God every time. The song speaks on what’s going on in the world, and aims to be a guide for those who need a center, and a push into the right direction to fulfill their destinies. “El Shaddai” quickly became a hit for Jahmali, and spread throughout the world. The song was featured on the 1998 album of the same name, and became Jahmali’s biggest hit. The song was sampled in 2015 by Reggae Artist Exco Levi, and featured Jahmali as well.

Since the release of “El Shaddai”, Jahmali went on to release more music over the years. He is still active in Reggae, and many still remember his hit single.

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