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OLDIES SUNDAY: Grace Nelson – Namebrand (1995)

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The Month of March is recognized as “Women’s History Month“, and today is celebrated as “International Women’s Day“. On “Oldies Sunday“, we highlight a number of Women who have made an impact, and significant contributions to music. We also highlight the Women who may not have been the biggest stars, but were well-loved and celebrated. Today, we reflect on the late Grace Nelson, and her track, “Namebrand“.

Produced by Jane Reid for Link Up Management & Productions and released through The Linx Label in 1995, Grace Nelson pushed through to make her voice be heard in, “Namebrand”. Stepping onto the scene with confidence and the power of Jah, Grace aims to show authenticity, raw talent, and a presence that no one can contest. She is the real deal, the top Soldier, and not a flash in the pan. “Namebrand” was a local favourite for the Singer, as her name became prominent in parts of Jamaica since starting out as a teenager performing at local events, being a part of the Clarendon-based Sonic Salvation Gospel Band, and she was steadily becoming known in parts of Europe thanks to her time in the UK, and touring with the Lynx Showcase, a group that recruited various Artists to perform. She was also affiliated with Irie Hi Fi, a German-based Record Label where she voiced a number of singles. The growing popularity of “Namebrand” along with previously-released singles provided her an opportunity to join Reggae Band Black Uhuru for their European tour.

Since the release of “Namebrand”, Grace Nelson would go on to release a few more singles. Grace was on her way to becoming a bigger name locally and Internationally, but tragedy struck in 1998 when she became the victim of murder. Her case found no leads, and to this day, is still unsolved. The St. Elizabeth-born Singer was seen as a star who was gone too soon, and a number of people still remember her and play her music, including “Namebrand”.

THANK YOU GRACE NELSON FOR THIS TRACK! SLEEP WELL.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: La Lupe – Puro Teatro (1969)

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Welcome to the month of March, and it’s the start of “Women’s History Month“. On “Oldies Sunday“, we highlight a number of Women who have made significant contributions to music. Today, we salute the Island of Cuba, and we feature La Lupe, one of the Island’s most energetic Vocalists, and “The Queen Of Latin Soul“. We check out her track, “Puro Teatro“.

Released through Tico Records in 1969, La Lupe sings about a love that wasn’t real from the start, but she fell for the charm in, “Puro Teatro (Pure Theater)”. Known for her powerful vocals, Lupe commanded the listener’s attention immediately, as she shares her disappointment in this affair. “Puro Teatro” was featured on the 1969 album, “La Lupe Es La Reina“, and is loved by many fans worldwide. Having established her presence in Boleros, Guarachas, and Latin Soul, her live performances would at times shock viewers because her voice was so powerful, but it didn’t stop her from getting bookings, and collaborations with some of the best Musicians and Artists in her time.

Since the release of “Puro Teatro”, La Lupe went on to become a big name with a number of albums and singles to her name. Her popularity went on the decline in the late 1960s/70s due to the rise of Salsa Music, and by 1980, she would retire due to religious reasons. Life wasn’t always kind to her over time, and in 1992 she passed away at the age of 55. La Lupe continues to be inspired by a number of Artists, and lives on in music and Film.

THANK YOU LA LUPE FOR THIS TIMELESS SONG!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Lorna Bennett – Dancing To My Own Heartbeat (1976)

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Today we close off “Women’s History Month“ for 2025 with an Oldies Sunday selection. We give thanks for the many great Women who have made significant contributions to Music, and we look forward to more of them creating History as time goes by. Today’s selection on comes from Lorna Bennett with the track, “Dancing To My Own Heartbeat“.

Produced by Tony Scott and Pluto Shervington who also wrote it, and released through the Wild Flower label in 1976, Lorna Bennett was in a disco mood on “Dancing To My Own Heartbeat”. She speaks about the vibe when music is played, and how people react it, but she pays special attention to one Man who she admires. She watches how his body moves to the rhythm that she produces, and it does something amazing to her. “Dancing To My Own Heartbeat” quickly gained attention in Jamaica, and became a hit for the younger crowd. The single was Lorna’s first after taking a break from music to pursue her Law studies in Barbados. Lorna’s version of the track wouldn’t be the only recording that was released, but it still gained popularity for quite some time. Lorna Bennett was already a hitmaker as she became the first Jamaican Woman to top the Island’s singles charts for five years.

After the release of “Dancing To My Own Heartbeat”, Lorna Bennett decided to quit music to open her Law practice in St. Elizabeth. She returned to music briefly in the 2000s, then quit again to manage the career of her son, Recording Artist Protoje, who has made an indelible mark in Jamaican music. “Dancing To My Own Heartbeat” is played and loved by many to this day.

Thank You Lorna Bennett For This Hit!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Tami Chynn – Hyperventilating (2004)

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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 Tami Chynn (Now Tami Chin-Mitchell) with the track, “Hyperventilating“.

Produced by DJ Delano, Michael Jarrett, and Andre Saunders for Renaissance Production, and released on the “Stepz Riddim” in 2004, Tami Chynn stepped out blazing on “Hyperventilating”. The track finds her admiring someone who she could see something special happen with, and she makes her approach to him, sharing how them getting together would make her feel throughout the track. The high energy production matches with Tami’s Pop vibe and lyrics, and quickly put her in the spotlight. The “Stepz Riddim” gained popularity when it was released, and “Hyperventilating” was one of the top tracks in the compilation. It was also featured on her 2006 debut album, “Out Of Many…One“. The song was accompanied by a music video directed by Tim Naylor, and was released in 3 versions; the original edit, an edited version specifically made for the US market (BET, MTV, etc.), and a Director’s cut that too spicy for some TV networks. The single gained popularity for Chynn in Jamaica and the rest of the Caribbean, but gained moderate success when it crossed over to the International market, despite being re-released in 2006 through Universal Motown Records. Chynn’s contributions to Jamaican music however, inspired more local acts to take a more Pop-styled approach to their music.

Since the release of “Hyperventilating”, Tami Chynn would score a record deal with Akon’s Konvict Musik, and release more music over the years. She paused her career to focus on family, and her marriage to Dancehall Artist Wayne Marshall, whom she has been married to since 2009. She has also made numerous appearances in the Media over the years, and has ventured into the world of Vlogging through “Meet The Mitchells” brand on Youtube and Social Media, where her family has gained a huge following. She has hinted at times that she would return to music, but even if she doesn’t, many still remember her previous releases, including “Hyperventilating”.

Thank You Tami Chynn For This Classic!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Adina Edwards – Don’t Forget To Remember (1972)

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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 Adina Edwards with the track, “Don’t Forget To Remember“.

Produced by Tommy Cowan and released through Dynamic Sounds in 1972, “Don’t Forget To Remember” was Adina Edwards’ cover of British-Australian group The Bee Gees’ 1969 single. The song speaks about someone who is dealing with a breakup, and shares with their former lover that they still love them, and they should keep them and their memories close, and never forget them. The original was delivered in a Country Music style, but when Edwards took the reins, she delivered with in a soulful way that made even Church folks sing praises. The song would later be featured on her 1973 album of the same name, and become a very popular selection in Jamaica, making Edwards a household name. She made history as being the third Woman in Jamaican music to make it to the top 10 charts in 1972, a feat that took some time to happen as the music scene was Male-dominated, coming in at number 8. Adina Edwards was a blind Singer who was known to frequent parts of Kingston in the 1960s where she sang and played musical Instruments (namely the Accordion and Piano) in the streets for donations. She was first known for her performance during her time at the Salvation Army Institute For The Blind in 1939, and would enter a number of talent shows over the years, winning over the crowd. A chance meeting with Tommy Cowan would change her life for the better, and he would produce a number of her singles, ranging from R&B, Soul, Calypso, and Gospel, but would lean more to Gospel music in later years. She also collaborated with Byron Lee (who signed her to his label), Joe Gibbs, and “Sir Coxsone” Dodd, and released three albums. She also released music through a label called “Help The Blind“, we believe it was owned by her. She was a true believer of not letting her disability hinder her greatness.

Since the release of “Don’t Forget To Remember”, Adina Edwards would release more music, but would soon become well known for her Gospel releases, making some consider her a “Queen of Jamaican Gospel Music“, inspiring many Gospel Artists. She would continue to perform at various events over the years, racking up praises from those who experienced her music. She is mentioned in the book, “Songbirds: Pioneering Women in Jamaican Music“, and her famous Accordion was donated to The Jamaican Music Museum. Outside of music, she was a loving Mother who adopted a number of children, and also ran a Nursery in Kingston during the 1970s where she took care of 48 children. Edwards passed away in 2008, but her legacy lives on.

THANK YOU Adina Edwards FOR THIS HIT!

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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.

Thank You Foxy Brown For This Hit!

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