Pon Dem Sunday Riddim - Reggae Vibes

PON DEM SUNDAY RIDDIM produced by Coburn and Ward, arranged by Jah Mike and Fatta for REGGAE VIBES 1998

Pon Dem Sunday Overview

Pon Dem Sunday Riddim is a roots reggae project from 1998 that still gets respect from reggae fans and selectors today. In Jamaica’s sound system culture, a strong riddim like this can bring people together on a Sunday or any day, as selectors play different singers and deejays over the same beat. The Pon Dem Sunday Riddim is a good example of this tradition, giving each artist a chance to shine with their own style. The production came from Coburn and Ward, names known in reggae for working with real roots artists. The riddim was arranged by Jah Mike and Fatta for the REGGAE VIBES label, which has a history of putting out roots and culture music. Jah Mike and Fatta are respected for their work in shaping the sound of many reggae releases, making sure each track keeps the roots vibe strong. Courtney Melody delivers “Nuthin Nah Gwan,” bringing his smooth voice, known from his classic hit “Bad Boy.” Jah Cure, who later had big songs like “Longing For,” sings “Pon Dem Sunday,” showing his early talent before his rise as a major reggae star. John Holt, a legend from the rocksteady era and famous for “Police in Helicopter,” gives fans “Bad Girl” on this riddim. Marlon Stewart’s “Nice And Slow” and Spanner Banner’s “Feels Right” round out the set, each adding their own flavor. This project remains a roots memory from 1998, still played by reggae lovers who want that classic sound system feel.