Nightmere Riddim – Cool Blackra

Nightmere (Nightmare) Riddim produced by Patrick (Backra) Dalhouse for Cool Backra 1995.

Nightmere Overview

Nightmere Riddim is a dancehall rhythm from 1995 that made a big impact in Jamaican street dances and yard sessions. The riddim was produced by Patrick (Backra) Dalhouse for the Cool Backra label, known for bringing a modern edge to dancehall in the mid-1990s. Dalhouse, sometimes called Backra, helped shape the sound of Cool Backra with his creative production style. The Nightmere Riddim was popular at dances in 1995, with selectors often choosing it for its strong, club-ready energy. On this riddim, several well-known artists delivered standout tracks. Elephant Man, who later became famous for hits like "Pon De River, Pon De Bank," brought his energetic style to "War Start." Harry Toddler, a member of the Scare Dem Crew, voiced "Morror A Go Blow." Mad Cobra, best known for his Billboard hit "Flex," added his own song, "Come A Dis." Other artists also contributed to the session. Rohan Irie performed "There's Gonna Be," adding a different flavor to the tape. Andrew Thomas and P. Dalhouse themselves provided the "Nightmere version/instrumental," giving DJs and selectors a pure version to work with at parties. The Nightmere Riddim remains a favorite from 1995, remembered for its lively vibe and the strong performances from these dancehall artists.

Nightmere Tracklist:

1. Elephant Man – War Start
2. Harry Toddler – Morror A Go Blow
3. Mad Cobra – Come A Dis
4. Rohan Irie – There’s Gonna Be
5. Andrew Thomas and P. Dalhouse – Nightmere version/instrumental