Hot Wax Or Ice Box Riddim – Base 13

Hot Wax Or Ice Box Riddim – Base 13 came out in 1996 as a tight three-track dancehall set produced by Base 13, with cuts from Jah Jah Ranks, Million Teeth and Top Cat alongside the title tune from Base 13. The standout link-up here is Million Teeth and Top Cat’s Culture, which gives the rhythm a sharper vocal edge, while Jah Jah Ranks’ Give Me A Try adds a more classic rootsy dancehall feel. Top Cat’s presence is a nice bonus, since he remains one of the most recognizable voices in the lineup. Rare and compact, this one keeps the focus on the riddim itself and the contrast between hot wax and ice box energy.