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Heavy D & The Boyz "Big Tyme" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #NewYork #MountVernon #Reggae #Dancehall #HipHop #Music #13thStreetPromotions #HeavyD #HeavyDandTheBoyz #BigTyme #MoodForLove #1989 #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: Heavy D & The Boyz – Mood For Love (1989)

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On “Oldies Sunday” we celebrate the classics and the underrated gems, and we aim to bring listeners back to a time when they first enjoyed the selection, and introduce new listeners to something they’ve never heard before. Some of our Artists are Caribbean-born, some are born overseas but highly influenced by the Caribbean. For today’s selection, we highlight a Jamaican-born Artist who grew up overseas, but never left his Caribbean background behind. He is the late Recording Artist/Producer/Dancer/Actor Heavy D, and we feature the track, “Mood For Love“.

Produced by the cousins Heavy D and Pete Rock and featuring Eddie F, “Trouble” T. Roy, and G-Whiz who form “Heavy D & The Boyz“, “Mood For Love” was released through MCA Records/Uptown Records in 1989. It’s all about love on “Mood For Love”, and everything good that comes along with it. The song finds Heavy D draws inspirations from Reggae/Dancehall, R&B, and Hip Hop, and delivers in a Deejay cadence with melodic parts throughout. The song also sampled Yellowman’s “Zungguzungguguzungguzeng” and Pat Kelly’s “I’m In The Mood For Love“. Heavy D encourages love to flow on through his song, and it quickly gained popularity from many listeners. While it wasn’t officially released as a single, it was featured on Heavy D & The Boyz’s Platinum-selling sophomore album, “Big Tyme“.

Since the release of “Mood For Love”, Heavy D and his “Heavy D & The Boyz” collective went on to release more music, and enjoy more success. “Trouble” T. Roy passed away in 1990, and was the inspiration for the classic Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth track, “They  Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)“. Born in Mandeville, Manchester and raised in Mt. Vernon, New York, Heavy D become an important figure in Hip Hop, played a role in the development of a few Artists including Soul for Real, never turning his back on his roots and collaborated with the likes of Super Cat, Frankie Paul, and Buju Banton, acted in a number of Films and TV Shows, performed the Theme songs for “In Living Color” and “Madtv“, and even made hits with Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, and B.B. King. Heavy D passed away on November 8, 2011, and despite the reports, his death has been a part of a few conspiracy theories in relation to Sean “P. Diddy” Combs, who has been the target of a number of investigations over the years. “Mood For Love” remains one of Heavy D’s more memorable tunes.

Thank You Heavy D For This Classic! S.I.P.

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Lila Ike x iNi Kamoze "I Want You" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Reggae #Music #13thStreetPromotions #LilaIke #iNiKamoze #IWantYou #XTMNation #BirhanTonge #IrishTown #California #MusicVideo #Youtube #Caribbean

.@LilaIkeJA Teams Up With The Legendary iNi Kamoze For “I Want You”

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Lila Ike has been making it happen in her music career, and she’s doing it well. Her talents has taken her to various parts of the world, and has provided her a diverse fanbase. Still building her career level by level, she has managed to secure high profile brand partnerships, and musical collaborations. Recently, she unveiled her latest single, “I Want You“.

Produced by XTM.Nation, Lila Ike teams up with the legendary iNi Kamoze for “I Want You”.  This collaboration finds two greats delivering a love song that will become anthems for many, and it highlights the old and new school styles coming together. iNi has been an inspiration for many Artists, and his timeless music will always be a part of the conversations. Lila has proven herself to be an International superstar, and this new track will be considered one of her biggest hits. Accompanying the single, is a Music Video directed by Birhan Tonge and Filmaica, and was shot in Irish Town, St. Andrew, and in California. The video finds both Artists performing the track, but iNi can be seen in a Studio, while Lila takes it to the party. Love is a beautiful thing.

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Chronic Law & @BugleAn9ted Team Up On “Real Storm”

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Chronic Law is still one of the hardest working Dancehall Artists when it comes to the output. While he keeps the streets busy with new music, he likes to step out with unlikely collaborations. Last month he collaborated with UK Rapper M24, and now he teams up with one of Reggae’s most prolific voices in, “Real Storm“.

Produced by Hungry Lion Records on the “Psalms Of David Riddim“, “Real Storm” finds Chronic Law teaming up with Reggae Artist Bugle. Together they make observations on the ways of man and the corruption that has gripped the world, and they hold the order while being cautious in their day to day lives. The accompanying Music Video was directed by Shane Creative, and it finds the “Law Boss” and the “An9ted” Artist showcasing a great collaboration. Both Artists have delivered powerful music, and them joining forces should make way for even more collaborations. Be wary on your journey, stand strong against the storms that will come.

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Janeel Mills Covers An Amy Winehouse Classic In “Johnny”

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Jamaican Songbird Janeel Mills has been blessing the world with her voice, and gracing stages for a number of years. She has worked with some of your favourite Artists, and special moments are made instantly when she sings her first note. Recently, she tapped into one of her musical inspirations for a track called, “Johnny“.

Produced by Makiri Whyte, Janeel Mills channels the late Amy Winehouse in “Johnny”. Covering the 2007 hit single “Valerie“, Mills gives us a different perspective with her cover as she speaks of a Man she loves. “Valerie” was originally recorded by English Indie Rock Band The Zutons in 2006, but was covered the same year by Winehouse, and released in 2007 as a collaboration with Producer Mark Ronson. The song went on to go 3x Platinum. Mills not only does the cover justice, but give it a Reggae feel from its original Pop/Jazz sound. Accompanying the track is a Music Video directed by Ifidel Williams, and it finds Janeel reminiscing on the good times with her lover, in between solo performances of the track. Tune in to something that will bring some calm your way. R.I.P. Amy Winehouse.

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It’s A “Crazy World”, And Richie Spice Is Trying To Save It

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Over 20 years ago, we got a song called “Earth A Run Red” that shed a spotlight on all that’s going on in the world. The man behind the powerful song was Richie Spice. A lot has happened since that song’s release in 1998, and sadly the world hasn’t gotten better. Nonetheless, Spice is still fighting the good fight in this “Crazy World“.

Produced by Spot On Records/Element Music Group, Richie Spice steps to the podium on “Crazy World”. He shares his observations and his desire to help the people, and he seeks the power of Rasta to free the people. Richie Spice never shies from providing powerful music, and he calls on others to do their part. Accompanying the single is a Music Video that finds the Reggae Artist spreading his message through news broadcasts, and press conferences. The world needs to wake up, and Spice is doing his part to make it happen.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: J.C. Lodge – Telephone Love (1988)

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Women’s History Month is coming to a close, and we appreciate all the Women who stepped up to produce great music and content. For today’s “Oldies Sunday” selection, this tune was what you call a “banger”. The Artist is British-Jamaican Singer/Educator/Creative J.C. Lodge, and we check out her track, “Telephone Love“.

Produced by Augustus “Gussie” Clarke on the “Rumours Riddim” and released through Anchor Records/Music Works Records in 1988, J.C. Lodge’s “Telephone Love” takes us back to a time when the phones were corded, the dials were physical numbers or rotary, and long conversations could mean high phone bills. J.C. shared her admiration for a young man on the song, and she was eager to have those intimate conversations in person under the covers. You could be having a bad day, but that phone convo with that special someone was everything. “Telephone Love” was an instant hit for Lodge, not only was it a big tune in Jamaica, it was the first Dancehall/Reggae single to cross over into the R&B/Hip Hop markets in the U.S., charting high in the process, and gave Lodge an record deal with Tommy Boy Records. The single was also featured on her 1990 album, “Selfish Lover“, and the 1992 album, “Tropic of Love“. A version featuring Shabba Ranks was also released.

Since the release of “Telephone Love”, J.C. Lodge went on to release more music, created content focused on Children (her “Sing N Learn” series gained some popularity in Jamaica), and became a Schoolteacher and Fine Artist. She recently released a single in recognition of International Women’s Day, and looks to release even more music. “Telephone Love” remains one of her most popular singles.

Thank You J.C. Lodge For This Classic!

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