Tag: reggae

Mortimer x Kabaka Pyramid x Lila Ike "Bruises" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Reggae #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Mortimer #LilaIke #KabakaPyramid #Bruises #FromWithin #Caribbean #WintaJames #OverstandEntertainment

Ahead Of New Album, Mortimer Shares “Bruises” With @LilaIkeJA, @KabakaPyramid

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Reggae Artist Mortimer is gearing up to make the rest of 2024 an amazing time. With a solid catalogue, his music is just getting better as he delves into an artistry that makes him a standout. Recently, he announced the new album, “From Within“, and it promises to be his best release yet. Ahead of the album’s release, he released a number of singles, and now follows up with “Bruises“.

Co-Produced with Winta James for Overstand Entertainment, Mortimer enlists Kabaka Pyramid and Lila Ike to tackle serious issues on “Bruises”. The track speaks on the pain and suffering endured by Black people, the trauma that has been passed down through generations, and calls out those who try to justify the pain that was dished out. The three Artists share their unique voices and verses over some solid production, making the track one that will open door to more discussions about giving the victims their just due. September 20 looks to be a big day, and the anticipation for “From Within” has been growing. New music from a future legend.

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.@BugleAn9ted Releases New “Apex” Album

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Reggae/Dancehall Artist Bugle continues to be one of the leading voices in the Jamaican music scene. Providing powerful messages through his various releases, the respect for him goes far, and his following continues to grow. Ready to make an even bigger impact, he shares his newest album, “Apex“.

Featuring 16 tracks, Bugle’s “Apex” album is the follow up to the critically-acclaimed album, “Toxicity“. The new album brings that signature Bugle sound with an additional charge as the Deejay aims to connect with more people. The album dabbles in Social Commentary, love, Rastafari, provides motivation for the listener going through their hardships. Production on “Apex” includes the likes of Evidence Music, AC Records, DJ Bambino, Mr. G, Inna Mi House Music, Vas Production, and Bugle himself for An9ted Music. The album also hosts a number of guest appearances that include Tifa, Buju Banton, Damian Marley, GiHRL, Maxi Priest, Chaps, Military Man, Capleton, Ras Shadai, Rory Stonelove, and Barrington Levy. Bugle also pays tribute to a few classic songs o the album, music enthusiasts will quickly pick up on them. Bugle delivers nothing but good music, and this new album is no different. Tune in.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: The Visionaires – Marcus Garvey (1982)

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Yesterday (August 17) was celebrated as the birthday of the late Rt. Excellent Marcus Mosiah Garvey. The Pan-Africanist was Jamaica’s first National Hero, and inspired many Civil Rights Activists, Rastafarians, The Nation Of Islam, and Black Power Movements. His teachings and influence continues to connect with many generations, but on “Oldies Sunday“, we look back at one of his tributes. Today’s selection comes from the Roots Reggae Band, The Visionaires and their track, “Marcus Garvey“.

Produced by Austin Hutson and released through the Orthodox Label in 1982, The Visonaires shared the importance of the Rt. Excellent Marcus Garvey in “Marcus Garvey”. The track champions for the philosophical works of Garvey to be taught in the schools, and encourage more people to learn about him and become more conscious of themselves. The band also speaks on Garvey’s prophecies that have come to pass, and call out those who try to eradicate his name and works from the public. “Marcus Garvey” was featured on the band’s only album, “To Have A Home“, which was featured in 1982, and gained popularity locally and Internationally. Not much information is out there about The Visionaires, but the band consisted of Audley Watson, Basil Gayle, and Winston Dudney. “Marcus Garvey” is still played today, especially during Marcus Garvey celebrations.

Thank You The Visionaires For This Classic!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Matumbi – Empire Road (1978)

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There are songs that have made an impact in the culture that may have fallen by the wayside over the years, but because of “Oldies Sunday“, they get a chance to reconnect with familiar ears, and connect with the new generation. Today, our selection comes from British Reggae Band Matumbi with the track, “Empire Road“.

Matumbi’s “Empire Road” was produced by the Band, and released it through the Harvest label in 1978. The track was a theme song from the short-lived BBC series of the same name, which was written by Guyanese-British Writer Michael Abbensetts, and starred Guyanese-British Actor Norman Beaton (Desmond’s), Trinidadian-British Actress Corrine Skinner-Carter (Eastenders), and St. Lucian-British Actor Joseph Marcell (The Fresh Prince Of Belair).

The series was set in a street in Birmingham, England called “Empire Road” that hosted a racially diverse mix of African-Caribbean, East Indian, and South Asian residents, highlighting the day to day incidents that occur there through the life of a Residential Property Landlord. The series made history as the first British Television series to be written, directed, and acted predominantly by Black Artists. The song highlights the clash of cultures from food to way of life in the community, but making a call for better living there. While the song was originally made for the TV series, it gained a lot of popularity to the point where it had to be released as an official single. The track was featured on the Band’s 1978 debut album “Seven Seals“.

Since the release of “Empire Road”, Matumbi went on to become one of the top British Reggae Bands in the 1970s and early ’80s. They released a number of singles and albums until their split in 1982, with some members having solo careers, and others joining The Cimarons and The Squad. “Empire Road” still has a place in the hearts of many, and holds a significant place in British Black History.

Thank You Matumbi For This Classic!

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.@BujuBanton Shares His Musical Journey & More In New @DrinkChamps Interview

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He is one of Jamaican music’s greatest imports, and has inspired many. Whether you get his Dancehall side or his Reggae side, Buju Banton never disappoints, and he continues to build on his legacy. It has been a few years since his release from Prison, and he has been elevating ever since. Fresh off of a sold out series of concerts, Buju takes a seat for conversations and drinks with the “Drink Champs” Podcast.

Hosted by Rapper Noreaga and DJ EFN, Buju Banton joins the “Drink Champs” cast to share his journey in Music, the challenges he has faced over the years, Music ownership, Rastafari, Jamaica, and more. When it comes to Interviews, Buju will part with some knowledge for the listeners, and shed light on some never before heard experiences. This is a long Interview so no long talking here, time to watch it.

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Bounty Killa, Julian Marley, Bugle "Time Is Of Essence" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae #13thStreetPromotions #BountyKilla #JulianMarley #Bugle #BugleAn9ted #TimeIsOfEssence #MusicVideo #Caribbean

Bounty Killa, @JulianMarley, @BugleAn9ted Connect For “Time Is Of Essence”

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The World is going through a lot. From wars, to corruption, to hate in all forms, we are in need of an intervention to give it a complete makeover. No one person can do it, we need the people to come together for a positive change. Recording Artists Julian Marley, Bounty Killa, and Bugle lead the charge for change in the video for their single, “Time Is Of Essence“.

Directed by Icey Jace, Bounty Killa, Julian Marley, and Bugle step out to spread awareness that the World needs help, and we have to do our part to fix things. The Artists deliver their messages in the best ways possible, and make for a great collaboration that was produced by CD Master Sound/Inna Mi House Music on the “Block 9ine Riddim“. “Time Is Of Essence” was featured on the Deluxe version of Bugle’s critically-acclaimed “Toxicity” album. Bounty Killa has been busy with Music releases all year while Julian is working on a follow up to his GRAMMY-winning “Colors Of Royal” album that was done in collaboration with Alexx Anateus. Not to be left out, Bugle is also gearing up to release his recently-announced “Apex” album this month, and has been securing solid collaborations throughout the year. Times are getting serious.

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