Shaggy’s Big Yard label has taken Rihanna’s “Umbrella” and turned it into a reggae track, complete with additional vocals from the man himself. And Fort Knox Five have turned the gritty reggae of Marley’s “Duppy Conqueror” into a really fun, highly danceable song. In fact, if you aren’t dancing when you hear it… What’s my line? Oh yeah, there’s something wrong with you. #19′s rhythm update is the “Dirty Dozen,” an old trombone instrumental, revived by the A-Lone label out of Spain. Glen Washington and Alpheus sing new vocals over this one. To leave a voice mail for the show, call (617) 297-2557.

Playlist:
Rihanna & Shaggy – Umbrella
Glen Washington – In the Distance
Alpheus – Ultimate Girl
Vin Gordon – Dirty Dozen
Bunny Wailer – Bide Up
Library Science – You Can Never Stay Happy
Faya Dub – Reggy
Bob Marley – Duppy Conqueror (Fort Knox Five Remix)

A month after recording #17, the Golden Touch studio is, once again, fully functional. My Stanton C.314 CDJ is back from the manufacturer and appears to be running skip-free. I couldn’t be happier, because I’ve missed recording shows. #18 is all about great singing, real emotion, and rhythm updates. If you like it, let me know. A voice mail is a great way to get in touch. The number is (617) 297-2557. Enjoy the show!

Playlist:
Gaylads – Joy in the Morning
Techniques – Queen Majesty
Dennis Alcapone – My Voice Is Insured for Half a Million Dollars
Blackstones – Minstrel and Queen
Bitty McLean – Make It With You
Peter Spence – Make It With You
Gregory Isaacs – Stick By Me
John Holt – Stick By Me
John Holt – My Heart Is Gone
Ethiopian – Open the Gate
Bob Marley & the Wailers – Nice Time
Lyn Taitt – Nice Time
Lloyd Charmers – Things Getting Hard
Alton Ellis – Black Man White Man
Peter Austin – Time Is Getting Harder
Ken Boothe – I’m Not for Sale
Cornell Campbell & the Eternals – Push Me in a Corner
Shalom – Push Me in the Corner
Brian & Tony Gold – Whiter Shade of Pale

The new music has me excited! Tessanne’s “Hide Away” is a killer new song that mixes reggae with a bit of rock. She, along with Tamar, make up the singing Chin sisters that people are talking about. I play more great new music from Peter Spence, Alaine, and Nadine Sutherland. And as the name if the show implies, you will hear lots of rhythm updates. Thanks to everyone who has subscribed to the podcast. The numbers are growing!

Playlist:
Dennis Walks – Margaret
Audley Rollins – Hold on to Love
Peter Spence – Margaret
Heptones – In Love with You
Freddie McGregor – Falling in Love with You
Freddie McGregor – If You Want Me
Errol Dunkley – It Must Be Magic
Nadine Sutherland – Where Did My Heart Go
Alaine – Sacrifice
Tessanne – Hide Away
Lily Allen – Smile (live)

#16 completes the series with the last of three parts. These mothers tributes are from 2004-2007. Post show correction: When I recorded the show, I said that Lady Saw’s song, “Dedicated to Mama” is from her brand new CD, Strip Tease. The Strip Tease CD is actually from 2004. I guess I was thinking of her new CD, Walk Out, which can be heard on #12.

Playlist:
Anthony Cruz – Mama’s Blessing
Tristan Palmer – Mama
Brian & Tony Gold & Iceman – Mother for Life
Fitzie Niceness – Oh Mamma
Mikey Spice – Dance with My Mother
Queen Omega – Mama
Warrior King & DYCR – Oh Mama
Labanchulah – Mama
Alpheus – Mother Dearest
Alpheus – Mother and Father
Capleton – Love Mama
Sizzla – Thank You Mama
Turbulence – Mama
Gyptian – Mama
Lady Saw – Dedicated to Mama

Even though the official Mother’s Day is over, I don’t see any reason why we can’t continue to honor our moms. So here is the second in a three part tribute. Make sure your mom hears this show.

Playlist:
Luciano – Mama
Utan Green – Thanks to Mama
Jah Mason – Hard Mama Work
Roaring Lion – Mama and Papa Works
Buju Banton – Single Parent
Merciless – Mama Cooking
Morgan Heritage – Mama and Papa
Prince Malachi – Mamma Don’t Fret
ARP – Song for Mama
Santana – Mama
Roger Robin – Mother
Don Campbell – Mother
Chukki Starr – Mama
Rayvon – Mommy Dearest
Terry Linen & Anthony Red Rose – Thank You Mama
Alpha Rowen – Mamma
Buju Banton – Mama Rule