1999 RIDDIM was produced by The Hot Ice Crew for ACID RAIN RECORDS in 1999.
1999 Overview
In 1999, a new yard beat arrived and quickly became a favorite at dancehall parties across Jamaica. This riddim, produced by The Hot Ice Crew for ACID RAIN RECORDS, was known for its energetic, bass-heavy sound and catchy groove. The Hot Ice Crew, already respected for their work in the late ‘90s dancehall scene, brought together a lineup of top artists to ride this beat. General B delivered “Miss ’99,” a lively track that matched the riddim’s bold energy. Spragga Benz followed with “Gal Dem Request,” giving fans another anthem for the dancefloor. Elephant Man’s “New Gear” added his trademark hype and playful lyrics, while High Plains Drifter’s “Tink Mi Woulda” showed off a different vocal style over the same driving rhythm. Merciless, known for his sharp delivery, contributed “It’s Mine,” adding to the riddim’s appeal. The riddim also featured songs like “Everywhere” by Nitty Kutchie, “I Get Mad For You” by Nadine Sutherland, and “Your Favor Millionaire” by Tomahawk. Each artist brought their own flavor, but the unifying yard beat kept the vibe consistent and exciting. The Hot Ice Crew’s production on this project helped cement ACID RAIN RECORDS as a key label in dancehall’s late ‘90s sound. The 1999 riddim’s influence is still felt today, often played by selectors and remembered as a bashment classic. Its rowdy energy and memorable tracks make it an important part of dancehall history.
Tracklist
- General B. – Miss ’99
- Spragga Benz – Gal Dem Request
- Elephant Man – New Gear
- High Plains Drifter – Tink Mi Woulda
- Merciless – It’s Mine
- Nitty Kutchie – Everywhere
- Nadine Sutherland – I Get Mad For You
- High Plains Drifter – Tink Mi Woulda
- Tomahawk – Your Favor Millionaire
- 1999 Riddim – Instrumental
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