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Leno Banton "Furnace" On 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #LenoBanton

.@LenoBanton Makes Observations On Ackah Dan Produced, “Furnace”!

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Leno Banton has been steadily dropping new content in these past few months. Armed with a new focus, he is determined to show the world that the talent doesn’t take breaks. With a new project on the way, he steps out with a new single titled, “Furnace“.

Produced by Ackah Dan out of Antigua, Leno Banton shares some of his day to day observations on the track. He witnesses conflict, confusion, corruption, violence, and betrayal that burn deeply into the Kingston streets, and he seeks an escape to greener pastures where he can find peace, love, and a space for a better life. “Furnace” is featured on his upcoming “#ToWhatDegree” project, and has hinted that more music will be released later this month. Get out of the heat!

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Sampling Lee "Scratch" Perry: A Playlist on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #LeeScratchPerry #Music #Icon

We Remember Lee “Scratch” Perry & Songs That Sampled His Work In Our Latest Playlist!

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On August 29, 2021, the world lost the ICONIC Lee “Scratch” Perry. Though he may be gone physically, his music and influence continues to live on through many. We salute the man who never believed in being boxed in, and has paved the way for how many of us make and consume music today. In tribute to his work, we highlight him in “Sampling Lee “Scratch” Perry: A Playlist“!

From Bob Marley, to Lil Wayne, to Busta Rhymes, to Alborosie, to Sizzla, to UB40, and from Reggae, to Electronica, Lee “Scratch” Perry’s work has connected with many of what we enjoy. The man created genres, and created ways to manipulate the sound to our liking. We hope the Playlist has done him justice, and has encouraged you to deep dive into his work. Be prepared to enjoy, and learn something. Walk good Upsetter! Check out the Playlist below, and share with a friend. Show us some love/follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @13thStreetPromo.

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Usain Bolt and NJ release the "Country Yutes" album on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #UsainBolt

The “Country Yutes” @UsainBolt & NJ Made An Album!

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He dominated Track & Field, and he became a global Icon, and a household name. Usain Bolt has done what many aspire to do in a short amount of time, and he’s from Jamaica! Now retired, he sought to dabble in music, and has seen some success. He takes it a step further with the release of the album, “Country Yutes“.

Featuring his friend and collaborator Nugent “NJ” Walker, “Country Yutes” shows that everything Usain Bolt touches, will eventually turn into gold. While there are naysayers who doubt his foray into music, you can’t deny that the party boy will make songs for people to enjoy. He brought a few friends (“Bibi” Gardner, Kamal Evans, Jae Xo, Karanja Nelson, and NJJ) along for the ride, and gave us 14 tracks. Usain Bolt is not the first Athlete who fell into the music lane (“Bibi” Gardner is a Footballer), and that line is a long and historic one. You know the Schweppes, Bolt is bringing the A-Team Lifestyle to your speakers. Here’s to hoping he makes a small return to the other track as he’s missed over there (crossing fingers).

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Lee "Scratch" Perry's "People Funny Boy" from 1968 on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #LeeScratchPerry #Reggae

OLDIES SUNDAY: Lee “Scratch” Perry – People Funny Boy (1968)

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Today, the world has lost another Icon. Today, the LEGENDARY Lee “Scratch” Perry has transitioned to the big street dance in the afterlife. He is not only the “The Upsetter” or the “Super Ape“, but he is the FATHER of many styles that you have grown to love. His creativity knew no bounds, and his catalogue is unmatched. The “Mad Genius” breathed life into the careers of many, and we will honour him. Today’s Oldies Sunday selection showcases that he has BEEN the legend, even when he was in conflict. Today’s selection is “People Funny Boy“.

“People Funny Boy” was released through Lee “Scratch” Perry’s Upset Label in 1968. This was Lee’s first major single, and it featured the use of Sampling (a baby crying), something that is widely popular today. While notable for those, this was also a diss track aimed at the late Producer Joe Gibbs whom Lee had disagreements with. Lee was recording with Gibbs at the time, but they fell out over finances, and Lee would share some of his grievances in the song in a way listeners would easily relate to. This was Lee’s second track of its kind as he also had conflict with the late “Sir Coxsone” Dodd in 1967, and released a diss track towards him called, “Run For Cover“. “People Funny Boy” saw Lee selling 60,000 records, and helped to bring his name to various circles. He would go on to have an amazing recording and production career for decades filled with unique moments and milestones until his sudden death earlier today. Remember the GREAT Lee “Scratch” Perry, an Icon forever!

thank you lee “Scratch” perry. Sleep well.

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King Cruff drops new video for "Soufflé" on 13thStreetPromotions.com

King Cruff Gives Us More Vibes With The “Soufflé” Video

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Canada based Artist King Cruff hasn’t been slowing down on his musical output, and he gets better and better. With a possible new project on the way, we know he has been piling up on the tracks, and is just teasing the world. For his latest single, he brings some good vibes along with a movie. Stop what you’re doing to check out, “Soufflé“.

With a track that has some retro sounds in the production, the video matches the vibe thanks to direction by Jake Arts for Lighter Juice Productions. We can’t help but bounce to “Soufflé”, and we need more tracks like this. King Cruff has never followed the crowd, and kept creating unique songs that made impressions everywhere they are played. For those who are older, remember those type of photoshoots that is seen in the video? Good times. King Cruff needs to announce a new project already.

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Complex Ricki - "Catching Feelings Might Hurt You" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica

.@ComplexRicki Hangs Out With The Girls In “Catching Feelings” Video

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Recording Artist Complex Ricki returns with new content, and she continues to show that there is no limit to her style and creativity. Having released her “Catching Feelings Might Hurt You” single in 2019, fans have been awaiting an official music video for the track. Ricki finally satisfies those cravings by releasing the visual.

Directed by Bolo, Complex Ricki reflects on a past relationship that had some bad moments. She shares the saying, “Catching feelings might hurt you…” in order to avoid history repeating itself. In the video however, she can be seen putting on her best fit to hang out with her friends. Whether they’re taking selfies, eating Pizza, or having fun in the street, we’re glad Ricki finally put this out. One of the more unique Artists coming in the past few years, Complex Ricki aims to stand out with not only her music, but with her fashion sense as well. We’ve featured her before, and we mentioned her as an Artist to watch a couple years ago. Get familiar.

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