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OLDIES SUNDAY: Chicken Hawk – Education (1989)

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It’s back to school time, and from grade 1 to College level, we wish you all the best on the new term, and new year. Today on “Oldies Sunday“, we want to drive the message of getting your education even further with our throwback selection. We go back in time to check out Chicken Hawk’s “Education“.

Produced by Steely & Clevie on the “Fast Car Riddim” and released through Steely & Clevie Records in 1989, Chicken Hawk gave listeners a lesson with his “Education” single. It was really a lesson as he had a word for every letter, putting together a song that rode the riddim well, and displayed how lyrical a Deejay can be. When it comes to education, many Deejays encouraged us to read, write, and learn the golden rule, making us scholars in the classroom, and in Dancehall School. “Education” was a hit for Chicken Hawk, with many children knowing it word for word back in the day. The track was featured on Steely & Clevie’s “Fast Car Riddim” compilation, which was released in 1989.

Since the release of “Education”, Chicken Hawk went on to release more music over the years. In recent years, he has made appearances on Social Media where he would perform some of his song on livestreams and staged events. Many still remember his “Education” single, and reminisce on their school days.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Foxy Brown – Sorry (1988)

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The Month of March is recognized as “Women’s History Month“, and we recognize a few great Women who made significant contributions to Music. Today’s selection on “Oldies Sunday” comes from Foxy Brown (not the Rapper from Brooklyn) with the track, “Sorry“.

Produced and released by Harold “Papa Biggs” Mclarty on the “Taxi Riddim“, and released in 1988, Foxy Brown delivers a Jamaican cover of US Recording Artist Tracy Chapman’s single “Baby Can I Hold You“, but renamed “Sorry” for Foxy. The song speaks about a time when couples fall out and arguments happen, but when it comes to apologizing and making things right, it’s not always easy to do. Sometimes the right and important words just need to be said. Foxy sings throughout this, with her own melodies but borrowing the cadence from the original, over original Jamaican production. “Sorry” became a hit for Foxy Brown, but got even bigger when it was re-released in 1989 featuring production by Steely & Clevie. The new version also entered Billboard’s Black Singles chart. The song was also featured on her debut album, “Foxy“, which was released the same year. “Sorry” also allowed Foxy opportunities to voice Dubplates for years to come, and perform at various events.

Since the release of “Sorry”, Foxy released a few more singles in the early 1990s, and while some were hits, they didn’t match the level of “Sorry”, and her career stalled in that decade. Hard times fell on her along with a decline in her Mental Health, and she has been seen in various parts in Kingston over the years. She recently got some help from fellow Dancehall Artist Mr. Vegas, but we hope her living conditions improve as she still struggles with her Mental Health. “Sorry” remains her biggest hit.

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Mr. G a.k.a. Goofy "Dog Bark" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #MrG #Goofy #DogBark #SteelieandClevie #1996 #ColombianNecktieRiddim #Oldies #OldiesSunday #90s #OldSchool #Caribbean

OLDIES SUNDAY: Mr. G (Goofy) – Dog Bark (1996)

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It’s a new month, and we want to start it off in a comedic way on “Oldies Sunday“. For today’s selection, we go back in time to check out Mr. G (also known as Goofy)’s single, “Dog Bark“.

Produced by Steely & Clevie on the “Colombian Necktie Riddim” and released through Studio 2000 in 1996, the pursuit of some loving is disturbed by a few things in “Dog Bark”. Mr. G pursues a young lady in this adventure, and they have decided to have some fun in the dark in a not so convenient space. Despite it being a spontaneous way of connecting, the disturbance of dogs and a furious weapon-wielding Father who believes in the security of his family take over the situation, and could end with Mr. G admitted to the Hospital, or laid to rest. Mr. G always delivered some of his music in a comedic way (thanks to his own vocal version of the Disney character “Goofy”), and “Dog Bark” was instantly met with positive reviews. It also gave the Deejay a #1 placement on Jamaica’s music charts, and its accompanying Llewellyn O’Reggio-directed Music Video further showcased his comedic side.

Since the release of “Dog Bark”, Mr. G continued to have a successful career throughout the 90s, 2000s, and beyond as a Recording Artist, and Producer. He has assisted in the development of a number of Artists, and is still actively recording, performing, and releasing music. “Dog Bark” is still loved and played by many today.

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Shabba Ranks’ “Ting-A-Ling” Featured In @LifeAndBethHulu

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Welcome to another episode of “Jamaican/Caribbean Music showing up in your favourite Film, TV, or Commercial“. Recently, Hulu premiered the 2nd second of their Comedy series, “Life & Beth“. The series stars Amy Schumer and Michael Cera, and it focuses on the character Beth (played by Schumer), whose somewhat steady life gets flipped, and she has to tap into her past to right the wrongs. The series is a popular one on the Video Streaming platform, and on the debut episode of season 2, a familiar Dancehall song could be heard in a scene.

The classic Dancehall tune “Ting-A-Ling” by Shabba Ranks was featured in the “Trust Me” episode of “Life & Beth”. Produced by Steely & Clevie on the “Gi-Gi Riddim” and released through the Shang label in 1992, “Ting-A-Ling” is one of Shabba’s biggest hits. The song was featured on his GRAMMY-winning “X-tra Naked” album, and was sampled by the likes of Wale, Vybz Kartel, A$AP Ferg, Nicki Minaj, Safaree, and Saweetie.

“Life & Beth” is available for viewing now on Hulu.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Reggie Stepper – Drum Pan Sound (1990)

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The Soundclash culture is one that many should be celebrating. The world has seen the rise of many sounds, and the derailment of some thanks to the Soundclash events where they pit their best against each other. The Dubplate is a very important tool in a Soundclash, and many of your favourite Artists have recorded tracks to be used in the wars. For our Oldies Sunday selection, we highlight an Artist who has recorded his share of dubplates that have aided many sounds. His name is Reggie Stepper, and his track is “Drum Pan Sound“.

Produced by Steely & Clevie on the “Stalag Riddim” and released through their label in 1990, Reggie Stepper gets into some Soundclash vibes on “Drum Pan Sound”. Throughout the track, he jeers the sounds who aren’t at their best, and there is no tolerance for those who can match up to his team. Stepper throws in his signature style, and it puts the listener in the audience at a Soundclash. “Drum Pan Sound” became a popular track for Stepper, and Selectors would request Dubplate versions for their respective sounds. “Drum Pan Sound” was also sampled over the years on tracks like “Wreck Shop” by Run-D.M.C., “Chief Rocka” by Lords Of The Underground, and recently on Nas’ “Magic 2” album on the track, “Bokeem Woodbine“.

Since the release of “Drum Pan Sound”, Reggie Stepper continued to release more music, perform in various parts of the world, and fulfilled Dubplate requests for many Selectors and sounds. “Drum Pan Sound” remains one of his more recognized tracks.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: @DuttyPaul X @MrVegasMusic – Hot Gal Today (1999)

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Ready for some throwbacks? It’s Oldies Sunday! Today’s selection comes from one of Jamaica’s most successful Dancehall Artists, who also celebrates a birthday today. His name is Sean Paul, and we feature the track, “Hot Gal Today“!

Produced by Steely & Clevie on the “Street Sweeper Riddim“, featuring Dancehall Artist Mr. Vegas, and released through Studio 2000 in 1999, “Hot Gal Today” finds Sean Paul and Vegas battling over who will be the lucky man to win a Woman’s heart. Throughout the track they taunt one another, proclaiming that they’re the better candidate in the process. Like two Politicians fighting for a seat on Election Day, they go at it, and listeners are entertained by the back and forth. “Hot Gal Today” was a hit for Sean Paul and Mr. Vegas, boosting their profiles as Sean scored a few hits before, and Vegas was breaking out of his “upcoming Artist” status with previous releases. “Hot Gal Today” was featured on Sean Paul’s debut album, “Stage One“, which was released in 2000.

Since the release of “Hot Gal Today”, Sean Paul went on to have a career that successfully crossed over into the International market, securing a GRAMMY win, multiplatinum status, and a Pop status that keeps his name in the top tiers to this day. Regardless of his status, “Hot Gal Today” is still loved by many worldwide.

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