In Your Blood Clot Face

What's good?

2011-10-06T16:27:00.001-04:00

I see that this here blog is getting a lot of daily traffic. That's fantastic.

You know what would be even more fantastic? If all of you would leave some input on what you would like to see here. I have to admit, I haven't been up to di time with all of the new reggae and dancehall coming out, so posting the newest, freshest cuts up here is out of the picture.

Any requests for some oldies but goodies? Any other suggestions? Don't leave your comments as "Annonymous" either. All of those comments will be discarded. It's the internets. Not like I can reach through your monitor and choke you (or could I...) lol.

All About Dancing.

2011-06-10T00:55:00.002-04:00

It's been almost a year. What's good everyone! Just wanted to post a "blast from the past" track up.

2004's "All About Dancing" by Tony Matterhorn is a dancehall classic now. Filo's (rip) used to go nuts when this was dropped and repeatedly pulled up at Federation's Kenny Meez' Sunday party. Everyone knew the dances. So much fun.

I was surprised that I couldn't find this version of it on the internets. Well, enjoy.

EDIT

2010-07-22T21:46:00.004-04:00

I want to apologize for my earlier post stating that the benefit for Randy was scheduled for tonight, July 22.

It clearly states on the flyer that it is scheduled for next week, the 29th.

Again, I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. It's been a long week. Not a lot of sleep and long days into nights are taking their toll on my brain. Looking forward to a full 8 hours of sleep tonight.

RIP Randy Flash

2010-07-20T17:37:00.004-04:00

Last night, Monday, July 19, Randy "Flash" Miller passed away. Randy was in the hospital in critical condition after suffering a gunshot wound to the chest the previous Thursday, July 15th at a party.

I can't believe he is gone. I had run into him about a month ago at the Chinatown bus station in Philadelphia. We were both waiting for the 6:30 am bus to NYC. It was great catching up and talking shop. Sad to think that that was the last time I was to see him.

A memorial event is taking place this Thursday, July 22, from 6pm-2am at Octo (221 N. Columbus Blvd. aka Delaware Ave., Philadelphia). Admission is $20 and all proceeds are going to the Randall Miller Memorial Fund.

THIS WEDNESDAY 7/21! SoundLib in Brooklyn!

2010-07-18T21:33:00.004-04:00

Check me out this Wednesday in Brooklyn:

Sound Liberation Front + buhbOmp + The BRMG + Rappers I Know present:

[[ SOUNDLIB WEDNESDAYS ]]

WEDNESDAY | 21 JUL 2010 | 9p-1a | NO COVER | No dress code

@ Moe’s
80 Lafayette Ave
Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY, 11217
718.797.9536 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 718.797.9536 end_of_the_skype_highlighting

C to Lafayette Ave / G to Fulton St
Also within walking distance from the Atlantic Ave station (B-Q-2-3-4-5 trains)

maps: google | hopstop

/// This week's SOUNDLIB will feature the Bronx's double L, a founding member of G13 Sound International who made a name for himself over the past decade spinning hip-hop, reggae and dancehall at parties and clubs as part of Philly's reputed DJ scene.

A classically trained musician with a love for music across genres, double L's range extends well beyond the usual party fare. Lately, he's been showcasing his diverse tastes and mixes through two music blogs: Nite Cap Selections (http://nitecapselections.blogspot.com), focusing on downtempo and soul; and, In Your Blood Clot Face (http://bloodclotface.blogspot.com), dedicated to reggae, dancehall and soca.

We're excited to have him demonstrate some of that musical versatility in person on the decks at SOUNDLIB this week.

DJ LIL TIGER will also be in the place with his trademark selections of soul (new and old), funk, Hip-Hop, afrobeat, reggae and much more.

As always, the party is FREE all night. We start and end EARLY (9pm-1am), so we won't keep you out too late. Hope to see you there. ... ///

featuring:

[[ DOUBLE L ]]
( Nite Cap Selections, In Your Blood Clot Face )
www.facebook.com/doubleLdj

and resident:

[[ DJ LIL TIGER ]]
( --=(] buhbOmp [)=--, Sound Liberation Front, touch&feel:radio, Soular Grooves )

+ facebook event page
+ going.com: www.going.com/soundlib_jul21
+ eventful: bit.ly/bxqReq
+ culturemob: bit.ly/cyCBSp
+ upcoming: bit.ly/9A8ezJ
+ coopr8: bit.ly/aW64wI

more info:
+ www.buhbomp.com/updates/?p=4320

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SOUND LIBERATION FRONT is a Brooklyn-based non-profit organization devoted to the power of music as a socially liberating and unifying cultural force. More importantly, we want to liberate your ass on the dancefloor. Our previous productions include the Sound Liberation Festival '09 in Brooklyn and the Soundlib parties at Moe's in Fort Greene.

+ check out the SLF Blog: www.soundliberation.org
+ Join the SLF movement: www.facebook.com/soundliberation

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Satta Massagana.

2010-03-10T02:26:00.004-05:00

CLASSIC! Big big big classic tune. Originally recorded for Studio One back in 1969, "Satta Massagana" (Ahmaric for "give thanks") has become, in a way, a Rasta hymn.

This is the version from 1976 and is featured on the album of the same name.

The Abyssinians "Satta Massagana"

Respect.

2010-03-09T22:52:00.002-05:00

Here's a selection from the late Notorious BIG's first LP, 1994's "Ready To Die". Featured on this track is Diana King.

03/09/1997 RIP BIG.

Notorious BIG f/Diana King "Respect"

Phenominal.

2010-02-26T04:23:00.003-05:00

This is a selection from the "Double Jeopardy" riddim. "Double Jeopardy" was actually co-produced by dancehall songstress Ce'Cile and Cordell "Scatta" Burrell (of "Coolie Dance" riddim fame) and was in the early numbers of Greensleeves riddim albums (lucky #13, in fact).

I remember Alozade as being an incarcerated deejay (waaay before Jah Cure). As a matter of fact, this guy had a whole riddim produced in support of him being released from prison way back in 1999 ("Bondage" riddim, a 1-drop riddim released as a "Riddim Driven" LP on VP Records.).

This was a stand-out track on a "Double Jeopardy" run I had on an old mix CD I copped from West Philly's Enforcer records back in the '02 (I can't remember who's mix it was for the life of me.......large up Billy Banton and the entire Enforcer crew!!!).

Alozade "Phenominal"

Trod Mt. Zion

2010-02-22T18:55:00.002-05:00

Roots & Culture.

One of my favorites from Sizzla's 2002 LP "Da Real Thing".

Sizzla "Trod Mt. Zion"

People's Choice.

2010-02-19T12:25:00.003-05:00

Big tune!

Ray Darwin "People's Choice"

Virtuous Woman

2010-02-18T15:56:00.003-05:00

Here's a throwback! Big big tune from Warrior King on the "Zion Gate" riddim circa 2001/'02.

Warrior King "Virtuous Woman"

Ghetto Red Hot

2010-02-18T14:20:00.004-05:00

Classic from the Don Dada Super Cat.

"Ghetto Red Hot"
Watch the music video

nite cap selections.

2010-02-18T12:58:00.002-05:00

I'm taking this opportunity to announce t he launch of "Blood Clot Face's" sister blog, "nite cap selections."

"nite cap selections" is focused on Downtempo music. I use Downtempo as a general classification of music of all genre's that give a general sense of relaxation and happiness. Downtempo is also great vibes for the bedroom.

I chose the name "nite cap selections" after a few CD compilations I made under my DJ alias, "SilkeeSmoov", years ago when I was still working at Armand's Records in Philadelphia.

Mixes are also in the works for this project, so please feel free to check it out. I'm always open to feedback, so please email me with any suggestions. (doubleLp4@gmail.com)

DOH

2010-02-18T12:38:00.002-05:00

One of my favorites from 2007-08.

Serani/Bugle "DOH"

Good Life.

2010-02-15T21:49:00.002-05:00

Here's some rub-a-dub lover's 1-drop action for that love hangover from this past Valentine's weekend.

Cocoa Tea "Good Life"

Mavis.

2010-02-15T21:29:00.004-05:00

I was listening to one of Bobby Konders' "'90s Hardcore Ragga Dancehall" mixes that he did for Greensleeves Records recently and stumbled upon this slept-on classic.

This was back when Merciless was one of the hottest deejays on the scene.

Merciless "Mavis"

Wanna Get Next To You

2010-02-13T00:01:00.002-05:00

You guessed it. I got a theme going on here for Valentine's weekend. Here is another great cover of a classic American soul record.

"I Wanna Get Next To You" (click that title to hear the original version) was originally released in 1977 and performed by Rose Royce (of "Carwash" fame).

This 2009 1-drop version is by Courtney John. Definitely check out his album "Made In Jamaica". It's a really good record and it goes against my "there is no good new music out" stance. :D

Courtney John "I Wanna Get Next To You"

Demo.

2010-02-12T20:26:00.003-05:00

I found this CD in my storage locker a few weeks ago and thought I'd share.

The CD is a split mix that Bo Bliz & I did back in the summer of 2002. I started off with a 30 minute dancehall demo and he finished off with a 30 minute hip-hop demo.

Looking back it was a pretty decent mix. This was way back when the Diwali riddim burst onto and took over the scene.

Check out Bo Bliz & Emynd over at www.crossfadedbacon.com.

double L dancehall demo by doubleL

If I Ever...

2010-02-12T20:12:00.002-05:00

More Valentine's Day vibes.

Another big hit from Sanchez on the Real Rock riddim, Stone Love label.

This song is a cover of the original R&B hit from early '90s group Shai.

ORIGINAL:

Sanchez "If I Ever Fall In Love Again"

I Can't Wait.

2010-02-12T14:42:00.003-05:00

Now for some Valentine's Day vibes.

Classic from Sanchez.

"I Can't Wait"

Rock-Steady

2010-02-12T14:02:00.005-05:00

Saw this recently at the SOUL SIDES blog. Classic tune from 1967 by the late Byron Lee and his Dragonaires.

This track is a cover of the original "Get Out My Life Woman" by American blues musician Albert King.

The Byron Lee version is on the Dynamic label.

Albert King version.

Caan Dun

2010-02-11T17:39:00.004-05:00

I'm back!

First I'm gonna start off by saying thanks to all of you who still check in around here. I've been on blog-hiatus for a few months but am back.

I am really having a rough time with finding new tracks that really get me hype. Dancehall seems to have slowed down a lot within the past few years and has really started to bore me. I haven't heard anything nor have I really been searching out any new tracks. (If you got something that's FIRE, than please share with me. Link me at that gmail address to your right over there please.)

Since my last post waaaaay back in November, Imeem has joined forces with Myspace music. This is why you can't listen to any of the back-logged music on this blog. Let me tell you, I CAN'T STAND MYSPACE! I tried to play around with the music players and everything has just gotten more complicated, inna true Myspace style.

I am in the process of trying out other embeddable players. First up is DivShare. Let's see how this works.

Until I hear something new that's worth sharing, I'm gonna post classics that get me feeling good and reminiscent (how old-head of me!) I'm starting off with a classic from what Greensleeves records calls "Jamaica's National Anthem", the Punanny riddim. This track was produced by the King Jammy's label (circa 1991) and is by Rexton Rawlston Fernando Gordon, aka Shabba Ranks.

"Caan Dun", Classic slackness!

Mixcloud.

2009-11-16T01:28:00.002-05:00

I have a new page for mix-streaming. Check it out at http://www.mixcloud.com/doubleL

Flashback Party Mix Volume 1.

2009-10-29T13:35:00.003-04:00

NEW MIX!

As you can probably tell by the title of this post, it's an "old-school" rap/r&b/reggae mix comprised mainly from selections from the 1990's.

This mix was done for promotional purposes for the party tomorrow evening (please refer to my previous post).

TRACKLISTING:
1. heavy d - you ain't heard nothing yet
2. lost boyz - get up
3. yvette michelle - mr. dj (cross bronx expressway mix)
4. mya/jay-z - best of me
5. notorious big - one more chance (hip hop mix)
6. ll cool j/leshaun - doin it
7. poor righteous teachers - rock this funky joint
8. audio two - top billin
9. mary j blige - real love
10. mariah carey - honey
11. city high - caramel
12. lil kim/lil cease/notorious big - crush on you
13. lil kim/lil cease - big mama thing
14. the lox/lil kim - money, power, respect
15. puff daddy/the lox/lil kim/notorious big - all about the benjamins
16. dmx/sheek louch - where my dogs at?
17. dmx - ruff ryders anthem
18. crooklyn clan - ooh no
19. noreaga - superthug
20. busta rhymes - dangerous
21. busta rhymes - put your hands where my eyes can see
22. crooklyn clan - hands up
23. crooklyn clan - say what
24. jay-z/jermaine dupri - money ain't a thing
25. crooklyn clan - choose one
26. jay-z - money, cash, hoes
27. ja rule - holla, holla
28. 2pac - i get around
29. gang starr/greg nice - dwyck
30. notorious big - hypnotize
31. 112/notorious big/puff daddy - only u (bad boy remix)
32. swv/wu tang clan - anything (old skool remix)
33. soul ii soul - however do you want me (double L ain't nothing to f*ck with mix)
34. mary j blige - you bring me joy
35. louchie lou/michie one - rich girl
36. chaka demus/pliers - murder she wrote
37. shaggy/rayvon - big up
38. red fox/screechie dan - pose off
39. super cat - ghetto red hot
40. shabba ranks - trailer load of girls
41. shabba ranks - ting-a-ling
42. nadine sutherland/terror fabulous - action
43. nadine sutherland/buju banton - wicked dickie

Flashback Party Mix Vol.1 - 90'S Greats. by Doublel on Mixcloud

Hope to see you at the party!

Halloween.

2009-10-29T13:24:00.004-04:00

THIS FRIDAY!!!!! It's goin down at Le Poisson Rouge (158 Bleecker St., NYC).

The hottest Halloween party this weekend will be taking off at 10pm and not stopping until 4am.

Senari & Teenwolf bring you a spooky dance affair filled with hip-hop/reggae/dancehall mayhem. For the special occasion, we've enlisted NY's DJ GRAVY (Rice and Peas), DOUBLE L (G13 Sound International, BX), PERRY LEVY (Most High Sound, BK) along with our own TEENWOLF (Ninjasonik)! Our homie OJAY MORGAN of the infamous "Poppin Bottles, Gettin Pregnant" Wednesdays at Happy Endings will be hosting - costumes are encouraged! Best costume wins a prize!

The $6 beer/shot drink combo all night will make sure to save your wallet and keep you dancing all night!

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$3 with RSVP to http://tinyurl.com/senarilpr

A night of hip hop, reggae, dancehall and other dance musics with:

DJ GRAVY
:: Rice and Peas, NY ::
http://www.djgravy.com

DOUBLE L
:: G13 International Sound, Bronx ::
http://www.myspace.com/g13selecta
http://bloodclotface.blogspot.com

TEENWOLF
:: Ninjasonik, NY ::
http://www.myspace.com/ninjasonik

PERRY LEVY
:: Most High Sound, BK ::
http://www.myspace.com/themosthighsound

Hosted By:
OJAY MORGAN
http://www.ojaymorgan.com
http://www.ojay-morgan.blogspot.com

SENARI
http://www.twitter.com/senari
http://www.facebook.com/senari

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http://www.twitter.com/senari
http://www.twitter.com/djteenwolf
http://www.twitter.com/zebrakatz
http://www.lepoissonrouge.com

Killing Time

2009-09-04T11:44:00.002-04:00

My mind was blown the first time I heard this riddim circa 2003-04. The Mad Coolie riddim is the "love-child" of the Mad Instruments & Coolie Dance riddims.

Here is the "fyah man" Capleton with "Killing Time":

Capleton - "Killing Time"

RIP Steely (Steely & Clevie)

2009-09-04T02:28:00.004-04:00

2009 has been a crazy year in the music world. One of dancehall's legends has just passed away.

from Radiojamaica.com:

Wycliffe Johnson, popularly known as Steely of the dancehall reggae production duo, Steely and Clevie, has died.

RJR News is receiving information that Steely died on Tuesday morning in a New York Hospital from complications following a heart attack.

Our news centre understands that Steely was recuperating from Tuberculosis and kidney related problems.

Steely and Clevie have worked with artistes such as The Specials, Gregory Peck, Bounty Killer, Elephant Man, Sean Paul and No Doubt.

Steely debuted as a keyboardist with Sugar Minott's Youth Promotion collective in the 1970s.

Steely and Clevie first played together at Lee "Scratch" Perry's Black Ark Studios during the late 1970s.

In 1986, the duo was the house band at King Jammy's Studio, which became the centre point of late-1980s reggae, by which time Steely & Clevie were established production leaders with an immense slew of 12-inch and dub singles.

The duo formed the Steely & Clevie label in 1987 .

Steely & Clevie produced some of the biggest dancehall tracks of all time, two of which are Dawn Penn's "No No No (You Don't Love Me)", & "Murder Dem" by Ninja Man.

RIP.

Here I Go Again.

2009-09-03T10:55:00.002-04:00

I don't know it was briefly watching Chris Brown on CNN's Larry King last night, but I thought about Rihanna's first record. Not to say her more recent releases are not good, she has become very successful and I'm not gonna knock her hustle.

Her first record, Music of the Sun, had some overlooked gems on it, one being this sweet one-drop cut "Here I Go Again".

I wouldn't mind hearing more material from her like this in the future.

Rihanna "Here I Go Again"

R6

2009-09-01T01:29:00.002-04:00

New riddim from the Daseca camp. Catchy, happy tunes on this.

R6 riddim - Daseca production

RIP DJ AM.

2009-09-01T01:09:00.002-04:00

Not new news, but the DJ community lost one of it's best this past Friday. AM was an innovator, trend setter, and stood out predominantly in this vast industry.

RIP.

Dutty Chronicles.

2009-08-11T11:37:00.002-04:00

Another classic mix fresh off the press from the mighty Federation Sound. New Sean Paul album "Imperial Blaze" out 8/18!

If I have to say anything else about this, then you just don't know.

GET THAT MIX HERE!!!!!

Dance.

2009-08-10T10:17:00.002-04:00

Not exclusive, but very fun.

Happy Monday and stay cool peoples!

The General.

2009-08-05T13:32:00.003-04:00

Classic from Gargamel, aka Buju Banton. This track makes me think of this old DJ Xman "Best of Buju" mix from about 8 years ago. I used to bump this hard at Pearl of Africa on South St. in Philly the summer I worked there.

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All the massive.

2009-08-05T13:16:00.002-04:00

If any of you guys and gals are holding some heat (new or old) and wouldn't mind sharing with a brother, link me at the email address there-------------------------------------------------->
Thanx in advance.

Going to Church. (Classic)

2009-08-05T13:11:00.002-04:00

Just watched this for the first time in a while yesterday and it brought back some great memories. I would definitely go to Elephant Man's church.

HOME FOR CARNIVAL 5.

2009-07-11T12:57:00.002-04:00

The latest collab from yours truly and LP as G13 INTN'L.

Coming correct as always is the fifth edition of our HOME FOR CARNIVAL mix series, established in 2006.

Biggest tunes from the 2009 carnival season are featured here, from every island, mixed smooth as silk. You won't hear anything smoother.

Featured artists include: Machel Montano, Destra Garcia, Zoelah, Patrice Roberts, Shurwayne Winchester, El A Kru, Maximus Dan, Tony Matterhorn, + many more!

This is a fully ID3 encoded mp3 file, complete with track listing & cover art.

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Searching.

2009-06-22T10:25:00.002-04:00

New track with a classic sound from Jah Cure. Riddim called "Indiscretions" & the track is called "Searching".

I owe at least 3 months worth of posts, so why not try to start catching up.
Enjoy.

(Imeem is hating on your boy so I can't post a stream here. Click on the download link and you'll be able to preview the track at the Zshare site before deciding to actually download.)

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Recession.

2009-06-22T09:12:00.002-04:00

It's been a really long time since I've posted anything up here. I've been recieving your emails and want to say thanks for checking out this site.

I also haven't heard anything recently that has caught my attention. *If anybody has any suggestions to the tunes they feel buss, please email me or leave a comment here. That would be much appreciated.

Today I have a new tune from the Madhouse camp, "Recession" by Baby Cham. Fitting for the time, of course.

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Re-Up

2009-04-23T11:07:00.002-04:00

It's been well over a month since my last post. Thanks to everyone who still checks this out on occasion.
I've been getting a lot of emails about the link being down for my Y2K Flashback mix, so here's the new link
Listen to the mix here.

Fox

2009-03-13T10:06:00.003-04:00

Since I'm on this West Indian/American rapper crossover tangent, I thought I'd post up some chunes from another fav of mine (most of the time), Brooklyn's Foxy Brown.

Here are three of my favorite tracks, featuring Reggae superstars Spragga Benz, Sizzla & Demarco, respectively.

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*THROWBACK VIDEO*

Bad Boys

2009-03-13T09:36:00.002-04:00

Some classic hardcore badman stylings from the still-incarcerated Shyne.

Two of the big singles off of his debut album featured reggae legend Barrington Levy, "Bad Boys" & "Bonnie & Shyne"

Enjoy & Happy Friday!

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G13 Soca Power Mix

2009-03-11T19:33:00.003-04:00

With my brethren LP recently returning from a mind-blowing trip to Port-Of-Spain, Trinidad for 2009 Carnival, we linked up to do this project for our friends over at Mad Decent.

An in-your-face, 30 minute high-octane Soca mix which only us at G13 Intn'l can execute & deliver as such.

Tracklist : (fyi, the island that the artist(s) represent are in parentheses, for those who didn't know)
1. bunji garlin- clear d’ road (TnT)
2. fayann lyons- meet super blue (TnT)
3. machel montano hd- won’t stop (TnT)
4. patrice roberts f/ machel montano hd- simply everything (TnT)
5. patrice roberts- sway in d’ mas (TnT)
6. machel montano hd- ravin’ (TnT)
7. machel montano hd- wild antz (precision road mix) (TnT)
8. taxik f/ claudette peters- bring it on (ANU)
9. destra garcia- bacchanal (TnT)
10. skinny fabulous- head bad (SVG)
11. nnika francis f/ fayann lyons- getting’ on wild (GND/TnT)
12. roy cape all stars f/ blaxx- tusty (TnT)
13. ricky t- wheel and come again (SLU)
14. shurwayne winchester & y.o.u.- you (energy) (TnT)
15. kes the band- we own (TnT)
16. krosfyah f/ edwin yearwood- we on d’ way (handle yuh bizness) (BIM)
17. roy cape all stars f/ olatunji yearwood- wajang (TnT)
18. d’landlord- find me dey (dijital road mix) (SVG)
19. triple kay band- colours (Dominica)
20. kmc- i will (TnT)
21. nu vybes band- everybody lose it (SKN)
22. ricky t- ole (up in d’ air) (SLU)
23. skinny fabulous- get on bad (SVG)
24. machel montano hd f/ pitbull & lil jon- floor on fire (TnT/USA)

LISTEN & DOWNLOAD HERE

*respect to Mad Decent
**this is a podcast, therefore you can download this mix on iTunes. Subscribe to the podcast if you like, it's free!

RIP

2009-03-09T09:20:00.005-04:00

Today marks 12 years since the passing of Brooklyn's own Notorious B.I.G. I really don't have to say much more but RIP.

Heartless Champagne

2009-03-06T00:45:00.002-05:00

Just a bunch of remixes/tracks that I've come across recently over "Pop Champagne" & "Heartless" that bang heavy.

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Marinate.

2009-02-24T21:08:00.003-05:00

This coming Sunday (March 1) I will have the privilege of playing Marinate in Philadelphia alongside longtime colleagues & friends Kenny Meez of Federation Sound & Rob Paine of Solomonic Sound.

This is the longest running Reggae club night in Philadelphia, starting way back in 2000 at the now defunct Filo's, and after a few venue changes over the years, now calls the new Philly hotspot the Barbary home.

I hope to see all my Philadelphia/NJ/DE/NY massive in the building (it's only $5 at the door, can't beat that), and make sure whenever you're in Philly on a Sunday night and feel for some vibes, check out Marinate at the Barbary.

Again, THIS SUNDAY it's KENNY MEEZ, ROB PAINE, and dOUBLE L at the Barbary.

*the Barbary is located at 951 Frankford Av (@Delaware Av: Market-Frankford El to Girard Av.)

CLASSIC Joyride

2009-02-24T00:41:00.002-05:00

Definitive '90s classic dancehall right here. So much heat on one riddim and high crossover appeal.

I knew I was getting old when I heard this run at some Southwest Philly Jamaican after-hours spot about 3 years ago and only me and maybe two other people were grooving to it. These kids don't know!!

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Overdrive

2009-02-23T23:32:00.004-05:00

Dave Kelly's "Overdrive" was a slept-on riddim from the summer of 2007.

It has a smooth flow, reminiscent of the "Joyride" riddim released a decade earlier. Usual roster here: Baby Cham, Pinchers, Assassin, etc.

Don't really know why it didn't buss, I'm feelin it and I don't think all the thuggy-thuggy stuff or the daggering tracks were out like that at the time.
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*the moral of this story, stop snitchin*
BABY CHAM "WHA DEM FEEL LIKE":

CLASSIC Weh Ya Say Star

2009-02-21T13:37:00.002-05:00

Classic dancehall track pon di "Starburst" riddim by Spragga Benz.

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VIDEO:

CARNIVAL! Band of D' Year

2009-02-21T01:10:00.003-05:00

Big big tune from 2005/06 right here. Trinidad's dynamic duo of Patrice Roberts & Machel Montano deliver a timeless party classic.

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PS. *disclaimer* I know that these aren't the most exclusive tracks available. This, also, isn't a Soca blog. I'm just keeping in the spirit of the season with some of my favorite tracks.
Thank you & enjoy the music.
-L

CARNIVAL! Party Time

2009-02-21T00:56:00.002-05:00

The first time I heard this track was on an old DJ Rondon Soca mix that I picked up at the Odunde Festival in Philadelphia.

I was blown away. Maximus Dan has a real tough delivery.

This was the track I kept pulling up on my discman over & over & over...

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CARNIVAL! Jump!

2009-02-21T00:41:00.003-05:00

Carnival classic from Barbados' own Rupee.

Whenever I hear this track I think about the last time I was at the Labor Day Parade on Eastern Parkway. So much fun!

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Dem Time Deh.

2009-02-20T03:06:00.002-05:00

Great hardcore dancehall riddim from 2006. Production by Leftside (aka Dr. Evil) & Esco.

This riddim possesses all of the elements I look for: groove, extreme low end, and melodic toughness.

Usual suspects here, but all tracks have an intense delivery. Tremendous crossover appeal here, straight bashment. A lot of newer tracks I hear lately are nothing but mediocre; they'll bang for a month then everyone is onto the next thing. I'll stop now before I go off on a huge rant.

Enjoy the music people. Longevity is key.

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"DEM TIME DEH" RIDDIM MEDLEY:

CARNIVAL!

2009-02-20T00:05:00.002-05:00

It is carnival time again! Seeing that my bro El Professor is doin it big right now in Trinidad, I'm gonna share our Soca mix series, Home For Carnival, with y'all today to help get inna spirit (I'll post some Soca singles within the week to help keep the vibe goin).

Together, El Professor & I are G13 Intn'l. We specialize in Caribbean music from every region, non-discriminatory. We are always researching distinct music from each individual island in search of one complete, universal sound.

The Home For Carnival series has been released on a somewhat regularity since 2006. Currently there are 4 volumes and a 5th is in store for 2009. Links for the first 4 volumes are below:

HOME FOR CARNIVAL
HOME FOR CARNIVAL 2
HOME FOR CARNIVAL 3
HOME FOR CARNIVAL 4

These are some of the tightest Soca mixes available anywhere. Trust me, if you enjoy Soca, you'll enjoy these downloads.

Loving You

2009-02-14T02:54:00.002-05:00

"Loving You" by Nina Sky & Notch (of Born Jamericans) from Black Chiney's "Dr. Bird" riddim is yet another great Lover's tune on my list of favorites.

It was originally voiced on Don Corleon's "Drop Leaf" riddim.

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Lonely Girl

2009-02-13T12:28:00.003-05:00

Big big tune from 2004's "Hard Times" riddim courtesy of Bascom X. Other big tunes on "Hard Times" were "Living In Love" by I-Wayne, "That Ghetto Girl" by Richie Spice, & "That Day Will Come" by Capleton.

This track gets the special treatment because I'm keeping it sexy and romantic for Valentine's Day.

Also included is a way smooth Kenny Meez remix done on Usher & Lil Jon's "Lovers & Friends" version.

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VINTAGE In Paradise

2009-02-13T01:59:00.002-05:00

Old time rockers classic from the late Jackie Edwards.

I'm not too sure if this is a cover of an R&B song, or if it's an original. Regardless, it's a sweet sounding vintage 1-drop selection.

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Heart Warmer

2009-02-12T19:01:00.002-05:00

Keeping the Valentine's vibe moving, here is a great Lover's Rock mix from Atlanta's own Strika One Sound.

I first heard this years ago while working at Armand's in Philadelphia from my boy, the Soca god, El Professor (He's gettin ready for a trip to Trinidad next week for carnival. No one deserves this trip more than him. Enjoy yourself man!).

Smooth mixing all the way through, you know how we do here at Blood Clot Face.

TRACKLISTING:

1: Striker One Intro
2: Dawn Penn- "You Don't Love Me (No No No)
3: Ed Robinson- "Knocking On Heaven's Door"
Moving Away Riddim
4: Garnett Silk- "It's Growing"
5: Sanchez- "Don't Worry"
6: Jack Radics- "Moving Away"
7: Wayne Wonder- "Time To Say Goodbye"
8: Half Pint- "Substitute Lover"

9: Maxi Priest f/ Shabba Ranks- "Housecalls (RMX)"
Fresh Vegetable Riddim
10: Beres Hammond- "Tempted To Touch"
11. Cutty Ranks- "Love Mi Haffi Get"
12. Richie Stephens- "Trying To Get To You"
13. Sanchez- "I Can't Wait"

14. Sanchez- "Give It A Chance"
15. Singing Melody- "Rain From The Sky"
Rougher Yet Riddim
16. Freddie McGregor- "Let Him Try"
17. Sanchez- "Missing You"
18. Wayne Wade- "Love You Too Much"

19. Beres Hammond f/ Buju Banton- "Who Say"
Saddest Day Riddim
20. Buju Banton f/ Wayne Wonder- "Bonafide Love"
21. Beres Hammond- "A Little More Time"
22. Wayne Wonder- "Saddest Day"

23. Wayne Wonder- "I'd Die Without You"
24. Wayne Wonder- "Baby You & I"
25. Junior Tucker- "Under My Skin"
26. Beres Hammond- "Double Trouble"
27. Beres Hammond- "Sweetness"
28. Barrington Levy- "Too Experienced"
29. Barrington Levy- "My Time"
30. Beres Hammond- "Doctors Orders"
31. Maxi Priest- "Just A Little Bit Longer"

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Take It Slow

2009-02-12T16:58:00.002-05:00

I'm gonna keep it sexy around here for Valentine's Day.

Real nice Lover's selection from German production team Boozoo Bajou. "Take It Slow" features the vocal stylings of Joe Dukie & U-Brown.

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CLASSIC LOVER's SELECTION Housecall

2009-02-12T02:34:00.002-05:00

Classic combination from Shabba Ranks & Maxi Priest. Setting the mood for Valentine's Day ;)

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Done Already (clean)

2009-02-12T02:18:00.002-05:00

I was thinking about the previous "Thrilla" post and realized that I didn't include the clean version of Macka Diamond's "Done Already", which is the biggest tune on the riddim next to T.O.K's "Solid As A Rock".

The clean version is important because it's the version that truly buss up a dance (or at least the version all the ladies sing).

The change I'm talking about is in the hook. Subtle, but effective, difference. Have a listen to the version below, then listen to this one.

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Thrilla

2009-02-09T14:56:00.003-05:00

Another oldie but goodie here. Thrilla was released back in 2004 and spawned a few big dancehall hits, namely "Done Already" by Macka Diamond, "Solid As A Rock" by T.O.K, & "Get On Up & Dance" by Elephant Man.

It was produced by Christopher Birch, who also has other riddims like "Sexy Lady", "Salsa", "Military", "Oh My Swing" and countless others under his belt.

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CLASSIC Life (Is What You Make It)

2009-02-03T12:22:00.002-05:00

Big tune from way way back in 1990 from Frighty & Colonel Mite. A little something to lift your spirits on this gloomy day (in NYC, at least.)

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FEDERATION MAD DECENT mix.

2009-01-28T11:52:00.004-05:00

I'm about a week late posting this up, but heat is heat regardless of when you hear it first. This is a mix Kenny Meez of Federation Sound did for the peeps over at Mad Decent.

You shouldn't expect anything less from the dudes in Federation. I think if enough people listen to this mix at the same time it'll melt all the snow outside.

Tracklist:
1. mad decent intro-federation sound
2. no sound like we (dubplate)-flippa mafia
3. bubble like soup (dubplate)-timberlee
4. sweep da floor (remix)-elephant man
5. got money/get money (remix)-mavado,vybz kartel
6. million by morning (remix)-vybz kartel
7. winner (remix)-konshens
8. life nice (remix)-vybz kartel
9. fallen soldiers (remix)-demarco
10. god nah sleep (remix)-demarco
11. sort dem out (remix)-demarco
12. unknown number (remix)-busy signal
13. lodge (dubplate)-bounty killer
14. gunny gunny-timberlee
15. no stress (dubplate)-timberlee
16. dead over you (dubplate)-natalie storm
17. crawny sound (dubplate)-tifa
18. back door delivery-timberlee
19. talk of town-tifa&natalie storm
20. look so hot-beenie man
21. its life-wayne wonder
22. overcome (remix)-mavado featuring martin luther king jr

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Also, if you ever find yourself in Philadelphia on a Sunday evening, check out Kenny Meez longside Rob Paine of Solomonic Sound & King Asad for the MARINATE party. Trust me, this is the BEST Reggae party in Philadelphia hands down.

CLASSIC (that mix I was talking about)

2009-01-28T11:25:00.007-05:00

Thanks to 893 for finding a link for that "Nervous Hip Hop" mix by Kenny Dope I mentioned in the past post.

So I thought I'd share. Last night I spliced it all together into 1-track and uploaded it. It's not a reggae mix, I know, but it is relevant to my previous Mad Lion post.
Strap on your backpack and enjoy your trip back to 1995!

Tracklist:
1. wreck all-stars - hit 'em like this
2. the groove asylum - we love 'em
3. frankie the pacemaker - get lifted
4. live & die wreck - it's the bonus
5. black moon - how many emcees (must get dissed)
6. smif-n-wessun - bucktown
7. wreck all-stars - keep me dancin' (all night)
8. funkmaster flex - six million ways to die
9. black moon - who got the props? (nw smooth mix)
10. mad lion - take it easy
11. rek sh*t rebullz - bounce to the beat
12. funkmaster flex - butterfly style (live from madison square garden mix)
13. mad lion - shoot to kill (glock mix)
14. black moon - i got cha opin
15. smif-n-wessun - let's get it on
16. black moon - buck 'em down

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CLASSIC Mad Lion

2009-01-27T02:33:00.003-05:00

Blast from the past! Here are some classic gems from the London born, Jamaica raised, Bronx residing mc/deejay Mad Lion. Know best for his collaborations with KRS-One, Mad Lion's most popular singles were from his 1995 debut on Nervous Records "Real Ting".

The singles "Take It Easy" and "Shoot To Kill" were featured on an out-of-print (to my knowledge) classic mixtape by Kenny Dope called "Nervous Hip Hop". The mix was from all of the hottest Nervous hip hop releases at the moment, including material from Black Moon, Smif N Wessun, & Funkmaster Flex. (If anyone out there has a copy of this mix, please let me know. I lost mine years ago.)

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CLASSIC Deportees (Things Change)

2009-01-26T22:23:00.003-05:00

Here's another classic that I pulled from the vault this afternoon. This is pre-dread, clean shaven, young bol Buju Banton at his best.

This 12" was released on Mercury Records which was, back then, a part of PolyGram (now Universal Music Group) & produced by Donovan Germain of Penthouse Record's fame.

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INNA MUSIC VIDEO STYLE:

CLASSIC original Mr. Loverman

2009-01-26T18:06:00.005-05:00

I was at my storage locker earlier today going through some of my vinyl (I haven't touched any of my records in almost 2 years!), and came across some gems in the first few boxes I filed through.

This is a 45 rpm 12" single of Shabba Ranks "Mr. Loverman" featuring Deborahe from 1988 on Jamaican label Anchor Records. If you remember, the "Maxi Priest-ish" version featuring Chevelle Franklin was released between 1992 and 1993 and featured a video that was broadcast on MTV.

This original version is more my favorite as it has more of a hardcore, mid-tempo dancehall production, as you will hear.

The B-side of the single is the "no singer" version, featuring just Shabba. I only ripped the A-side. If you would like a copy of the B-side, just link me and I'll hook it up.

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CLASSIC Sizzla "Da Real Thing"

2009-01-22T23:48:00.002-05:00

This record is one of the best reggae albums to come out in the past 10 years. VP Records released it in December of 2002, but it really didn't seem to blow up until later in 2003 and into 2004.

This record is solid all the way through with production by veteran Bobby "Digital" Dixon and instrumentation interpretation of some old Studio 1 riddims by the likes of Sly & Robbie, Dean Fraser, Dalton Browne, Benjy Myaz, and many more.

Sizzla has his usual raspy, righteous delivery on each track, complementing the smooth vintage sound of each song's version.

I'm not sharing the entire album, but just some of my favorite tracks from it. I definitely recommend this record. As Vybz Kartel would say, it's "timeless."

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CLASSIC Reggae Mega-Mix

2009-01-22T17:22:00.005-05:00

This mix is a classic to me and a bunch of my friends at least. No one knows who mixed this. All I know is that he/she has a real smooth fader finger; it is precise and never has an off-cue or sloppy moment.

The first time I heard this mix was back when I was living in West Philadelphia around 1998 or 1999. One of my boys had most of this mix dubbed on a cassette and we would pass it around and jam it non-stop.

Needless to say, the cassette was lost eventually and none of us could find another copy until I found and bought a copy (the one pictured above) from a street vendor on 52nd st. in West Philly a few years later (I wanna say either 2002 or 2003). I was really excited to find it and glad to have a full copy.

It's separated into 2 sections, a then "New School" mix and an "Old School" mix. There is no break between the 2 as the mix flows straight through without missing a beat. There are a lot of standards on here, so it will most likely be tracks you haven't heard in a long time.

This CD brings back a lot of great memories, so I thought I'd share.

Here's the tracklisting:
THE NEW SCHOOL MIX
1. the party mix intro
2. mr. vegas - heads high
3. lady g - ease off
4. beenie man - tell me
5. bounty killer - benz & bimma
6. bounty killer/barrington levy - living dangerously
7. beenie man - romie
8. beenie man - old dog
9. frisco kid - gal pon di side
10. beenie man - hypocrite
11. redd foxx/rayvon - bashment party
12. red rat - dwayne
13. red rat - tight up skirt
14. beenie man - memories
15. frisco kid - rubbers
16. tanya stephens - yuh nuh ready fi dis yet
17. lady saw - sycamore tree
18. sean paul - infiltrate
19. beenie man - who am i

THE OLD SCHOOL MIX
20. beenie man - slam
21. sweet tea - breathe again
22. nerious joseph/tenor fly - my girl
23. bunny general - full up class
24. major mackeral - the showdown
25. rayvon - no guns no murder
26. dru hill - how deep is your love (smooth b REMIX)
27. brandy/monica - the boy is mine
28. capleton - tour (yard mix)
29. nardo ranks - burrup
30. shabba ranks - ting-a-ling
31. papa san - maddy maddy cry
32. johnny osbourne - buddy bye
33. barrington levy - here i come
34. shelly thunder - kuff
35. dawn penn - no, no, no (you don't love me)
36. sister nancy - bam bam
37. mega banton - sound bwoy killing

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Arab Money REMIX

2009-01-22T01:51:00.002-05:00

Heat-rock remix from the bol Benja Styles. I've had this since December, but never had a chance to put it up.
The remix features Mavado and his "So Special" verse from the Unfinished Business riddim.
Arab $$ bangs....

General Degree

2009-01-21T17:25:00.003-05:00

I haven't heard anything notable from Degree (more formally, "General Degree") since the one drop hit "It No Matter" on the Doctor's Darling riddim (the same riddim as Tanya Stephens' "It's A Pity") of 2004.
Degree used to set it off back in the 1990s with a string of big dancehall hits on all the big riddims like Showtime, Filthy, Unda Wata, and Baddis.
Here are a few:

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*Edit* I wanted to post a couple videos of his initially, so here we go:

TRAFFIC BLOCKING/MISS GOTTI (Filthy riddim medley)

UNDA WATA RIDDIM MEDLEY (with Buju Banton, Beenie Man, Mr. Vegas, Machel Montano, Buccaneer, Sean Paul, & of course, Degree... aka Dancehall's Magnificent 7)

Today Is The Day!

2009-01-20T10:47:00.003-05:00

The day has finally come! Congratulations to the new leader of the free world, PRESIDENT Barack Obama!

January Juggling (Flashback 2 mix)

2009-01-09T15:31:00.003-05:00

It's been a few months, but I finally finished a new mix!
This is a mix of most of the *CLASSIC* stuff I've posted recently, with a few additions.
Enjoy!

Tracklist:
1.elephant man - j.a.m.a.i.c.a. (surprise riddim)
2. spragga benz - pussy (surprise riddim)
3. mad cobra - haunted (surprise riddim)
4. mr. easy - silent killer (surprise riddim)
5. wayne wonder - enemies (surprise riddim)
6. mr. vegas - who (surprise riddim)
7. assassin - diet (surprise riddim)
8. beenie man - in the ghetto (surprise riddim)
9. bounty killer - killa (surprise riddim)
10. sean paul - shake that thing (surprise riddim)
11. buju banton - paid not played (surprise riddim)
12. born jamericans - warning sign
13. born jamericans - superstar
14. born jamericans - cease & seckle
15. born jamericans - yardcore
16. born jamericans - send my love
17. born jamericans - boom shak-a-tak (dancehall remix)
18. garnett silk - everything i've got (movie star riddim)
19. beres hammond - i wish (movie star riddim)
20. buju banton & wayne wonder - bonafide love (movie star riddim)
21. wayne wonder - saddest day (movie star riddim)
22. wayne wonder - the best (haunted riddim)
23. baby cham - many many (haunted riddim)
24. bounty killer - worthless bwoy (haunted riddim)
25. spragga benz - dolly house (haunted riddim)
26. spragga benz - high grade (grass cyaat riddim)
27. mr. vegas - shout it out (grass cyaat riddim)
28. buccaneer - one a dem ting (grass cyaat riddim)
29. chico - hard (grass cyaat riddim)
30. tanya stephens - serious ting (grass cyaat riddim)
31. mad cobra - tek dat (grass cyaat riddim)
32. t.o.k - hands in the air (grass cyaat riddim)
33. beenie man - world gone mad (grass cyaat riddim)
34. beenie man - the doctor (whoo aka the doctor riddim)
35. lexxus - like it hot (whoo aka the doctor riddim)
36. mega banton - what a gal (whoo aka the doctor riddim)
37. tanto metro & devonte - sensimilla (whoo aka the doctor riddim)
38. tanto metro & devonte - everyone falls in love (up close & personal riddim)
39. mr. vegas - wuk di money (up close & personal riddim)
40. beenie man - who u wanna dis (up close & personal riddim)
41. sean paul - no bligh (up close & personal riddim)
42. buju banton - up close & personal (up close & personal riddim)
43. buju banton - all over me (superstar riddim)
44. devonte - sweet symphony (superstar riddim)
45. sean paul - jukin' punny (superstar riddim)
46. lady saw & spragga benz - backshot (superstar riddim)

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CLASSIC LOVER'S ROCK No Can Do.

2009-01-08T23:57:00.002-05:00

Classic lover's one drop selection from 1997. I've had this song in my head all day today, so I thought I'd share.
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Hi Dro.

2009-01-08T23:25:00.003-05:00

This is an interpolation of the current hit by Ron Brows "Pop Champagne". It is done by an artist named Jah Knight.
This is a really nice track, vocal effects and all.
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mistake

2009-01-08T18:54:00.003-05:00

On the earlier "Bellyas" riddim post, I credited Sean Paul "Faded" and Beenie Man "Fire Burn" as being on the riddim.
They are actually on the "Badda Badda" riddim which is very similar and also produced by King Jammy's and Ward 21, with exception of being released on the King Jammy's label as opposed to the "Bellyas" pressed on the Ward 21 "Mentally Disturbed" label for their initial 7" vinyl single release.
Bellyas was then pressed on double 12" LP and CD by Greensleeves Records in the UK.
My apologies.

Why Dem Gal

2009-01-08T02:35:00.003-05:00

New Sean Paul for the '99. I really like this.
The version is real catchy and it's an overall nice track.

***EDIT*** It has been brought to my attention that this song is about 10 years old. My mistake. I had never heard it before recently.

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CLASSIC Up Close & Personal riddim

2009-01-08T00:40:00.002-05:00

Another late '90s classic on the Penthouse label. This riddim includes the timeless crossover smash "Everyone Falls in Love" by Tanto Metro & Devonte.
There's much more heat on here from artists like Sean Paul, Mr. Vegas, Beenie Man, & Buju Banton.
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CLASSIC Grass Cyaat riddim

2009-01-06T12:28:00.002-05:00

Keeping with the current theme, I'm sharing another late 90's bashment classic.
Grass Cyaat was produced by Shams back in 1999. The usual suspects (Beenie Man, T.O.K, Cobra, Tanya Stephens, Red Rat, Buccaneer, etc.) were voiced on it.
This takes me back to record shopping in West Philly at Enforcer and Uhuru's. Memories...
Large up Billy Banton & the Enforcer crew!
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HAPPY 2009

2008-12-31T18:15:00.002-05:00

Just wishing everyone a Happy New Year. Keep a look out for bigger and better things here at "Blood Clot Face" in the '09.

****I didn't upload this track. Imeem is hating right now, so I had to search for an already uploaded version. I'm telling you this because it is credited to the "Smash" riddim when in actuality it is the "RAW (Ready & Willing)" riddim.

I never half-step here. ;)

CLASSIC Born Jamericans

2008-12-30T13:31:00.002-05:00

Here is some hip hop/reggae for y'all.
Hailing from Washington D.C., Edley Shine & Mr. Notch, collectively known as Born Jamericans, were at the forefront of the hip hop/reggae sub-genre of the early and mid-1990s.
These tunes are truly classic.

Some videos and tracks:

YARDCORE

BOOM SHAK-A-TACK

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CLASSIC Surprise riddim

2008-12-30T00:39:00.003-05:00

Classic riddim from the Black Shadow camp, circa 2002. Reminiscent of the late '90s "Bug" riddim, but with a little more oomph & crispness on the percussion side.
These selections will still mash-up any dance.
Black Shadow Records, based out of Florida, burst onto the dancehall forefront with the "Buzz" riddim, featuring the cross-over smash "Gimmie The Light" by Sean Paul.

Tracks:

assassin "diet"
mr. easy "silent killer"
bounty killer "killa"
sean paul "shake that thing"
elephant man "jamaica"
mr. vegas "who"
buju banton "paid not played"
wayne wonder "enemies"
spragga benz "pussy"
mad cobra "haunted"

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CLASSIC Whoo a.k.a. The Doctor

2008-12-26T14:06:00.004-05:00

A great riddim from the late '90s/early 2000's era (1999 to be exact), Whoo (aka The Doctor) riddim is a bashment classic produced by the one and only Tony "CD" Kelly (producer of riddims such as Bookshelf, Buy Out, Unda Wata, Kiki, Katana, etc. and other classic tracks such as Beenie Man & Chevelle Franklin's "Dancehall Queen", "Top Shotta" featuring DMX, Mr. Vegas & Sean Paul, and "Anything Goes" featuring CNN (Capone n Noreaga), Wayne Wonder, & Lexxus, + many more).
What I love about thw Whoo riddim is the synth-electronic melody with a low-end that punches you in the chest relentlessly.
Enjoy

Tracks:

beenie man "the doctor"
mega banton "what a gal"
hawkeye "miss u hole"
tanto metro & devonte "sensimilla"
lexxus "like it hot"
inspector grizzley "pigeon list"
sadeki "love how u tan"

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Christmas Once a Year

2008-12-24T12:23:00.003-05:00

Another classic from the Doctor, Beenie Man from 1995's "Hot Wax" riddim.
Happy Holidays everyone!
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Sim Card.

2008-12-11T15:33:00.002-05:00

Not for your phone, but a new hot riddim. I have no idea who produced this. If anybody knows, feel free to hit me up and let me know.
I haven't posted since pre-Thanksgiving and here we are, almost Christmas. How time flies!
I've been busy getting things together cause I'm moving. Hopefully once I get settled in I can return to a steady pace with this blog.
Happy Holidays!

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Love

2008-11-26T01:24:00.004-05:00

You probably didn't expect to see a picture of Vybz Kartel here with a post title like "Love".
This is one of the songs I'm really feeling off of his new album "The Teacher's Back". Great vibe and flow here. Addi comes real smooth on this.
I'm telling you, when you see the album, buy it. It'll be well worth the money.
Lastly, to everyone in the US, Happy Turkey Day. We'll link this weekend.
Bless.

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Vice Kills Jamaica...

2008-11-24T22:14:00.003-05:00

First off, large up the one Griff, representing the Netherlands, who put me on to this link.
About a year ago, Vice Magazine did a piece on dancehall music in Jamaica. Includes interviews with artists: Vybz Kartel, Chico, CeCile, etc. Both insightful and entertaining, I felt that I had to share with you guys.
Here is parts 1-9, in their entirety:

More stuff from Vice HERE

New Stuff..

2008-11-21T20:11:00.005-05:00

It's been a whole week since I've last posted, and a few weeks since I've last posted a mix. Been real busy and I appreciate your patience.
There is a lot of good stuff coming out lately, and I'm getting together some material to record a couple new mixes ASAP.
For right now, though, I have some tracks that I'm blazin in my iPod for you.
First is a selection from Collie Buddz, Burro Banton, & Choppa called "Bust Out" on Massive B.'s new "Hard Grind" riddim. Next is three tracks from the much hyped "Clean Sweep" riddim: Tony Matterhorn & Pamputae "Some Do, Some Don't", Vybz Kartel "Kuff Kaff Kweff", & Bounty Killer "Social Responsibility".
Following that, I have two tracks from the upcoming album "The Teacher's Back" by Vybz Kartel: "Imagine" & "Addi Addi Addi". That album sounds like it's gonna set the entire reggae world on fire!
Again, thank you for your patience and I'll have a mix up this coming week!
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Cry On Me

2008-11-14T16:22:00.005-05:00

New one drop from the lovely ladies of Brick & Lace. I'll admit that when I first heard these gals I really wasn't feeling them. They had a couple tracks that were cool, but nothing that blew me away until this track.
"Cry On Me" is a heartfelt song with a beautiful melody. It is on my Oktoberfest Juggling mix which I posted a few weeks ago. (Click on "Oktoberfest Juggling" to go back to that post to listen or download it)

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CLASSIC Superstar Riddim.

2008-11-14T14:43:00.003-05:00

This is a nice classic that still burns today. It was produced by Andre "Rookie" Tyrell back in 2001 and features artists like Spragga Benz, Lady Saw, Sean Paul, Elephant Man, Buju Banton, Tanto Metro, and Devonte.
The big hit(s) were "Backshot" by Spragga Benz & Lady Saw and "Jukin' Punny" by Sean Paul.
Riddim tough.

Tracks:

buju banton "all over me"
elephant man "jigga"
elephant man "more fire"
tanto metro & devonte "sweet symphony"
lady saw & spragga benz "backshot"
sean paul "jukin' punny"

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Bullet

2008-11-13T09:25:00.003-05:00

New DJ Khaled featuring Rick Ross & Baby Cham.
This is a tough track, including a sample from dancehall classic "Budy Bye" by Johnny Osbourne.
This is gonna be BIG.
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Black Man In The White House

2008-11-12T13:47:00.004-05:00

A congratulatory track for President-Elect Obama from Sizzla Kalonji.
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Gimmie Likkle

2008-11-12T12:39:00.003-05:00

Not a new tune by any means, but still a heater in the dance. Beenie Man longside Sexy P.
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Fallen Soldiers (Benja Styles REMIX)

2008-11-11T18:29:00.004-05:00

Another one from Philly's own remix-master Benja Styles. This time it's the smash hit from this past summer "Fallen Soldiers" by Demarco remixed over the classic hip hop track "Wrong Side of the Tracks" from Newark, NJ's own Artifacts.
Perfect to chill in a dim-lit room blazing some greenery.
Hit up Benja Styles: www.benjastyles.com, www.myspace.com/benjastyles, http://benjastyles/blogspot.com

Dancing Paradise

2008-11-11T14:58:00.003-05:00

New stuff from the Chimney Records camp. Riddim called "Ole Crep".
This is dancehall how I like it.
Elephant Man interpreting a current R&B track, in this case Rihanna & Ne-Yo's "Hate That I Love You", then breaking out into this crazy verse the way only Ele can.
Also included in the .rar are strong tracks by Serani & Fire Linx.
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Come Over (video)

2008-11-11T14:24:00.004-05:00

I saw this video for the first time early this morning on VH1 Soul. Good stuff.
If you haven't heard my mix for when this track first dropped, listen or download it HERE.
Check for the cameo from the Firestarter, Kardinal Off!shall.

Ricky Rudie

2008-11-11T13:31:00.009-05:00

New tune from Bling Dawg, aka Ricky Rudie. "Bye Bye" has a classic dancehall feel. I'm not sure as to what the name of the riddim is or if there are other tunes pon it, but I will keep you posted.
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Gargamel..

2008-11-06T13:51:00.004-05:00

..not from the Smurf's, but dancehall vet Buju Banton. Just some of my favs from his catalog. So many hits from the last decade & a half, I may have to post more up. (Usual protocol for artists of this caliber.)
Here you will find hits that encompass most of those 15 or so years, from timeless club tracks like "Bogle" to consciousness on tracks like " Hills & Valleys", to current hits like "Water Man".

Tracks:

a so w/tony rebel
massa god world w/wayne wonder
murderer
only man (arab attack riddim)
sensimilla persecution (swing easy riddim)
hills & valleys
one to one
ride this (sleepy dog riddim)
paid not played (surprise riddim)
opportunity (kiki riddim)
water man (unfinished business)
bogle
browning (tropical storm riddim)
not an easy road
tra la la (diwali riddim)
wanna be loved

*I'm pretty excited about this new player that I'm experimenting with. Please leave a comment and let me know what you think*

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What the people gonna do?

2008-11-06T11:21:00.004-05:00

New track that's pretty relevant to the times.
"What the People Gonna Do" courtesy of Sizzla on the Micro Chip riddim.

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YES WE CAN

2008-11-05T13:46:00.002-05:00

Such a great day yesterday. As everyone on the news said, we are all gonna remember where we were at when we heard President Obama won.
My girlfriend and I had just got off the 5 train at Gun Hill Rd. When we got upstairs, horns were honking, fists were in the air, celebration in the streets, and smiles everywhere as we found out that they made the announcement.
When I checked the NY Times on my BlackBerry, it said Obama had 271 electoral votes. What a feeling!
I have renewed faith in this system that George W. Bush almost destroyed. Everything looks a lot brighter now.

In Your Blood Clot Face

What's good?

All About Dancing.

*EDIT*

RIP Randy Flash

THIS WEDNESDAY 7/21! SoundLib in Brooklyn!

Satta Massagana.

Respect.

Phenominal.

Trod Mt. Zion

People's Choice.

Virtuous Woman

Ghetto Red Hot

nite cap selections.

DOH

Good Life.

Mavis.

Wanna Get Next To You

Demo.

If I Ever...

I Can't Wait.

Rock-Steady

Caan Dun

Mixcloud.

Flashback Party Mix Volume 1.

Halloween.

Killing Time

RIP Steely (Steely & Clevie)

Here I Go Again.

R6

RIP DJ AM.

Dutty Chronicles.

Dance.

The General.

All the massive.

Going to Church. (Classic)

HOME FOR CARNIVAL 5.

Searching.

Recession.

Re-Up

Fox

Bad Boys

G13 Soca Power Mix

RIP

Heartless Champagne

Marinate.

*CLASSIC* Joyride

Overdrive

*CLASSIC* Weh Ya Say Star

*CARNIVAL!* Band of D' Year

*CARNIVAL!* Party Time

*CARNIVAL!* Jump!

Dem Time Deh.

CARNIVAL!

Loving You

Lonely Girl

*VINTAGE* In Paradise

Heart Warmer

Take It Slow

*CLASSIC LOVER's SELECTION* Housecall

Done Already (clean)

Thrilla

*CLASSIC* Life (Is What You Make It)

FEDERATION MAD DECENT mix.

*CLASSIC* (that mix I was talking about)

*CLASSIC* Mad Lion

*CLASSIC* Deportees (Things Change)

*CLASSIC* original Mr. Loverman

*CLASSIC* Sizzla "Da Real Thing"

*CLASSIC* Reggae Mega-Mix

Arab Money REMIX

General Degree

Today Is The Day!

January Juggling (Flashback 2 mix)

*CLASSIC LOVER'S ROCK* No Can Do.

Hi Dro.

*mistake*

Why Dem Gal

*CLASSIC* Up Close & Personal riddim

*CLASSIC* Grass Cyaat riddim

EDIT

CLASSIC Joyride

CLASSIC Weh Ya Say Star

CARNIVAL! Band of D' Year

CARNIVAL! Party Time

CARNIVAL! Jump!

VINTAGE In Paradise

CLASSIC LOVER's SELECTION Housecall

CLASSIC Life (Is What You Make It)

CLASSIC (that mix I was talking about)

CLASSIC Mad Lion

CLASSIC Deportees (Things Change)

CLASSIC original Mr. Loverman

CLASSIC Sizzla "Da Real Thing"

CLASSIC Reggae Mega-Mix

CLASSIC LOVER'S ROCK No Can Do.

mistake

CLASSIC Up Close & Personal riddim

CLASSIC Grass Cyaat riddim

CLASSIC Born Jamericans

CLASSIC Surprise riddim

CLASSIC Whoo a.k.a. The Doctor

CLASSIC Superstar Riddim.