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Sampling Sly & Robbie Playlist

We Look Back At Songs That Sampled Sly & Robbie In Our Latest Playlist!

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First off, R.I.P. to the LEGENDARY Robbie Shakespeare, 1/2 of the “Riddim Twins” a.k.a. the production duo known as Sly & Robbie. May Robbie’s amazing basslines forever live on! We had plans to release a Playlist paying tribute to the legendary Sly & Robbie next year, but with the sad news that came this week, we had to put something together in the best way we know how. We present to you the “Sampling Sly & Robbie” Playlist!

Sly & Robbie made classics that have spanned generations, and helped to inspire many around the world. Our latest Playlist highlights not only some of the classics, but some of the known tracks that have sampled them. If you didn’t know about some of them, now you know, and we’re glad to have passed on some information to you.

Walk good Robbie Shakespeare, let his music play on!

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.@Stalk_Ashley Deals With “EXcuses” On New EP

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Stalk Ashley has been building her career to the level where everything she drops, the fans rush to it like ants to sugar. She has shown that she can take her career to International levels, and still keep it true to her Jamaican roots. While many still anticipate a full project from her, she keeps the fans happy with the release of her EP, “EXcuses, Pt. 1“.

With 6 tracks, Stalk Ashley gives us quality music that we’ve come to know from her. With her sultry vocals and an attitude that keeps you in line, “EXcuses, Pt. 1” is a release that you should add to your list. The EP features production from Krs., Darren Jaxx Jack, KingBNJMN, William Repko, Eugene Tsai, and Dylan Graham, and the beats definitely distract you while Stalk’s lyrics put you in a chokehold. Rapper/Producer BEAM makes an appearance on the EP as the sole guest feature, but he makes his presence felt. This year saw a lot of releases, but fans of Stalk Ashley will definitely keep this EP close as the album is finalized.

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.@MasickaMusic Guarantees A Zero Skips Experience With The “438” Album

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It’s been a long time coming, but Dancehall Artist Masicka has held his own as one of Jamaica’s top Lyricists. Whether you know him as the “Genahsyde Boss” or “Theo Di Future“, Masicka has represented well for over a decade. One thing was missing was an album, but he fixes that with the release of his highly anticipated debut album, “438“.

Loaded with 16 tracks, Masicka guarantees zero skips here as he covers a variety of topics, flexes his lyricism, and gives us some storytelling as well. You’ve come to expect a top form Artist here, and with solid production from some of the top Producers in the game (Dunw3ll and Kalex are said to have made contributions to the album. Whoever uploaded the album didn’t credit the Producers.) and guest appearances by Stefflon Don, Sean Paul, Dexta Daps, and Popcaan, “438” is gonna be your album of the year. It took a long time for Masicka to get here, and we’re glad he finally reached this milestone. Tell us what you think of the album in the comments, or on our Social Media platforms.

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Heph B Brings A Different Energy With The “Amarii” Album

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Houston based AfroDancehall Artist Heph B has made a name for himself as one of the top AfroDancehall acts out. With a sound that bridges the gap between African and Caribbean sounds, The “Linkupbwoy” has a career that is well respected around the world with a following that continues to grow with every release. The past few years saw him releasing singles that quickly became favourites for many, he now steps it up even more with the release of his new album, “Amarii”.

Featuring 14 tracks, Heph B looks to take his career to the next level with the “Amarii” album. The album features a mix of Afrobeats, Dancehall, Pop, Reggae, and Hip Hop sounds, and Heph B continues to show his versatility with tracks that range from high energy tracks, dance-ready singles, conscious music, to love songs. Heph B’s unique flow, songwriting, and delivery shows the world why his award winning career continues to excel, and why many see him as one of the best to ever do it. A rollout for the album started in early 2021 with the release of the singles “Omo Ton Soh” and “Hide” that quickly found favour with fans, building heavy anticipation for the album. With an already jam packed project, Heph B has also included guest appearances from Tarnado, Qraig Voicemail, Miles B, Lavisch, Jambo, Matt Moet, Ojayy Wright, Adejames, and Rseenal. Heph B has already started a promotional campaign for the “Amarii” album, and he looks to release content in support of the album in the coming weeks.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Everton Blender – Family Man (1995)

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It’s a great Sunday, and a Oldies Sunday! It’s also the day we celebrate one of Jamaica’s greatest Reggae Artists, Everton Blender on his 67th Birthday. Today we honour him on Oldies Sunday with one of his classic tracks, “Family Man“.

Produced by Richard “Bello” Bell on the “Tempo Riddim” and released on the Star Trail label in 1995, Everton Blender’s “Family Man” was a song that was made for the working men who had to do what was necessary to take care of their families. No matter what was going on, Everton had to stay strong in his faith, and overcome the daily challenges to make it good things happen. “Family Man” was one of Blender’s popular singles, and still remains one of his more recognizable tracks. Possessing strong lyrics, Everton Blender’s mission was to make good music with positive messages that would connect with many around the world. Since the release of “Family Man”, Everton Blender went on to release more singles and albums, and is still active today. Put “Family Man” in your classic songs rotation today.

Thank You Everton Blender!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Jesse Green – “Nice & Slow” (1976)

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How about a lil Disco? On today’s “Oldies Sunday“, we go back in time to a time when Jamaicans found success in the Disco era. Get ready to dance to Jesse Green’s “Nice & Slow“.

Produced by Ken Gibson and Dave Howman, “Nice & Slow” was released in 1976 through Scepter Records. Jesse Green made delivered some feel good vibes on “Nice & Slow”. With a solid production that included flutes and horns, and some soulful vocals, “Nice & Slow” became one that caught on to you quickly, and you can’t help but dance up a storm to. “Nice & Slow” was also featured as the opening track for the 1976 album of the same name. The track was a minor hit for Green having gained #1 placements in Belgium and in The Netherlands, but became an International hit when it was given a remix in later years. Jesse Green was a member of the vocal trio The Pioneers, and played Drums with Jimmy Cliff in the 1970s. He continued to release more music after “Nice & Slow”, and they have done relatively well in the US and the UK. One thing for sure, many still remember his hit from the Disco era.

thank you jesse green!

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