MURDERATION RIDDIM produced by XTRA LARGE PRODUCTIONS 1995
Murderation Overview
Today, the Murderation Riddim is remembered as a classic in reggae roots sessions. Fans still talk about its warm sound and deep groove, even though it first came out in 1995. The riddim brings back memories of packed dancehalls and big sound systems, where selectors would always reach for this record. It stands out for its strong percussion and the way it brings together some of the best voices in reggae and dancehall. The riddim features Devonte with his track "Fire Bun." Devonte is known for his smooth style and has worked with many top artists over the years. Spragga Benz appears with "The Test." Spragga Benz is famous for his fast lyrics and had a big hit with "Jack It Up" in the late 1990s. Wayne Wonder gives us "Sail." He is well known worldwide, especially for his 2003 hit "No Letting Go," which reached the UK Top 10 charts. Frisco Kid brings energy with "Chuck It," and Barrington Levy and Beenie Man team up for "Murderation." Barrington Levy is a legend in reggae, remembered for songs like "Here I Come," while Beenie Man is often called the "King of Dancehall" and won a Grammy Award in 2001 for Best Reggae Album. The music was arranged with care, giving each song its own space while keeping the riddim’s signature sound. The production was handled by XTRA LARGE PRODUCTIONS, a label known for working with top Jamaican artists and helping to shape the dancehall sound of the 1990s. Looking back, roots fans always mention the Murderation Riddim when they talk about the best reggae sounds from 1995. It’s a true staple that still gets played today.
Murderation Tracklist:
- Devonte – Fire Bun
- Spragga Benz – The Test
- Wayne Wonder – Sail
- Frisco Kid – Chuck It
- Barrington Levy And Beenie Man – Murderation
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