ROCK STEADY RIDDIM produced by STONE LOVE MUSIC 2007
Rock Steady Overview
In 2007, a standout reggae album collection appeared on playlists, built around the Rock Steady Riddim. This release gathered well-known and rising artists from Jamaica and the UK, each bringing their own style to the project. Alton Ellis, known as one of the pioneers of rocksteady music, contributed the song "Get Ready Rocksteady." Ellis is famous for his classic hit "I'm Still in Love with You," which has influenced many reggae and dancehall artists. Bitty Mclean, who found chart success in the UK with songs like "It Keeps Rainin’ (Tears from My Eyes)," performed "Walk Away From Love" on this collection. Frankie Paul, often called the "Jamaican Stevie Wonder," delivered "Love Somebody." His career includes many reggae hits and collaborations with big producers. The album also features Gost with the track "Reach Out" and Kelly Makeda with "Easy." Each artist adds a unique voice to the riddim, keeping the sound fresh but true to reggae roots. Stone Love Music produced the collection. Stone Love is a legendary Jamaican sound system and label, founded in 1972 by Winston "Wee Pow" Powell. The label is known for shaping dancehall and reggae, and for launching important careers in Jamaican music. A skilled dub engineer worked behind the scenes, giving the riddim its deep, melodic sound. This 2007 collection remains a highlight for reggae fans, showing the power of classic riddims and strong vocal performances.
Rock Steady Tracklist:
- Alton Ellis – Get Ready Rocksteady
- Bitty Mclean – Walk Away Form Love (Album Version)
- Bitty Mclean – Walk Away Form Love (Dubplate Version)
- Frankie Paul – Love Somebody
- Gost – Reach Out
- Kelly Makeda – Easy
- Lady Hype – Love You So Bad
- Lady Lex – Breaking Up
- Mark Saxa Overton – Tribute To Duke Reid
- Sandy Smith – Love You So
- Tony Curtis – Heaven Only Knows
- Version – Rock Steady Riddim
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