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Mixtape Movements: @CottiSTN Presents: 7K Followers Free EP

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In celebration of hitting 7,000 followers on his Soundcloud page, Producer Cotti released his “7K Followers Free EP” recently. This 4 track project features some of his production where he blends Dancehall with EDM and Dubstep productions. “Sumting New” to build a vibe with for the weekend. Show some love to the producer by using the album as your profile picture for bonus tracks! Check out the EP below and share your thoughts in the comments section.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Carl Douglas – Kung Fu Fighting (1974)

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Today’s Oldies Sunday Selection comes from Jamaican Recording Artist, Carl Douglas. Titled “Kung Fu Fighting (Buy It Here)“, this was produced by Biddu for PYE Records in 1974. At that time, Martial Art films (termed “Chopsocky“) were increasing in popularity worldwide (especially in Jamaica), and at a time during the rise of Disco music, Carl created it as a tribute.

“Kung Fu Fighting” didn’t start off as a hot single, and received no airplay five weeks since its release. After that it started gaining popularity in dance clubs and helped to make its entry into the UK Singles Chart at #42. After a while it rose to the top of the charts and stayed there for 3 weeks while it made its way to the US Billboard Hot 100 where it made it to #1. “Kung Fu Fighting” also went #1 in other countries including France, Austria, South Africa, Germany, and many more. It has been placed at #100 of VH1’s “100 Greatest One-Hit Wonders”, #1 in Channel 4’s “50 Greatest One-Hit Wonders” and was a part of a great moment in Pop Culture. In 1974 it was certified Gold, received a Grammy for “Best Selling Single“, played a role in the popularity of Disco music, and became one of the best selling singles of all time selling over 11 Million records worldwide.

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PRESS RELEASE: Spookie (@BrainTear_Music) Prepares For Promo Tour!

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Dancehall recording artiste Spookie is preparing for his highly anticipated promotional tour to Jamaica this summer. The Jamaican born, UK based artiste will arrive in the island on the 2nd of August 2015 for a two week visit to promote his singles ‘Hurt it up’ and ‘Cah Tek Wi Life’.

Both singles have been receiving great reviews and air play in Jamaica, the wider Caribbean and the UK. With over 41000 views on YouTube since the official video release for ‘Hurt It Up’, Spookie has seen tremendous growth in his fan base. He shared, “I have fans from countries such as Panama, Germany and Suriname just to name a few and it keeps growing”. Spookie is delighted with the reception he has been getting from the fans “The experience is pretty amazing, I have been booked on many shows and parties to perform my songs and it’s fulfilling. I feel as though I have pleased my fans and that’s exactly what I wanted to do,” he added.

Though his trip to the island will be a short one, Spookie will spend his time completing several television and radio Interviews, street promotions, performances at several parties and meeting with other producers with the hope of recording his next hit single.

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NEW MUSIC: @Jamie___XX x @PopcaanMusic x @YoungThug – I Know There’s Gonna Be

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Considered an odd collaboration, today’s new music comes from UK Producer Jamie XX, Dancehall artist Popcaan and Rapper Young Thug. Titled “I Know There’s Gonna Be (Good Times)“, this is a single that celebrates life and enjoying it to the fullest over some very wonderful production and samples that add to the theme. For those who aren’t familiar with Jamie XX, he’s the producer behind the late Gil Scott-Heron’s “I’ll Take Care You” which was sampled for Drake’s “Take Care” single. An odd combo but a great listen from the three different artists. Check out the track below and share your thoughts in the comments section.

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NEW VIDEO: @Protoje – Answer To Your Name

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The single that prepped many for the release of “Ancient Future” finally got the visual treatment. “Answer To Your Name“, which was directed by Charlie Sarsfield and Jordan Bond, shows “Diggy” in the UK pursuing a young lady whom he met previously but has constantly ignored him since his arrival in Brixton. Lots of fashion picks in this video along with the infectious Ska influenced single. Girl, why won’t you answer to your name? “Ancient Future” is now available on iTunes and all major online music retailers. Check out the video below and share your thoughts in the comments section.

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PRESS RELEASE: Spookie (@BrainTear_Music) Still Scoring Big With “Hurt It Up”

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Dancehall recording artiste Spookie received his big break with the release of the hit single ‘Hurt it Up’. This single has certainly placed Spookie high up the ladder of the dancehall scene, landing him more dedicated fans and more opportunities.

Spookie shared, “The experience is great! To hear a large crowd of people sing my song word-for-word is breath taking”. He explained that the love he has been receiving for his single has extended far beyond the UK; “My overseas fans have been reaching out to me and giving me a lot of positive energy and I respect that, especially my fellow Jamaicans”. Spookie who presently resides in the UK has not just pleased UK patrons but has garnered the attention of producers in Jamaica as well. Through several major websites and his social media, Jamaican fans have seen Spookie excel at major shows like Pelpa Fest and Goodas since the start of this year.

He added “In addition to those shows I was on the Good Book UK Tour with Demarco and I have also been on shows with Gully Bop. I read all the comments from the websites and from my mediums and as such I will in Jamaica this summer promoting and reaching out to my loyal fans”. The ‘Hurt it Up’ artiste also shared that this is just the beginning adding that he has plans to become a household name in Dancehall music.

Spookie shared that he is more “focused” than ever and is now preparing for his highly anticipated appearance in Jamaica this upcoming summer.

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