1ST CRUSH RIDDIM produced by ROMEZ RECORDS 2016
1st Crush Overview
The sound engineer behind the 1st Crush Riddim played a big part in shaping its sharp, energetic sound. Their careful mixing gave selectors a fresh sound system cut, perfect for dancehall nights. The engineer’s skill helped every beat and vocal stand out, making the riddim powerful in the dance. The producer, ROMEZ RECORDS, is known for pushing new energy into dancehall. Based in Jamaica, the label has a reputation for tight, high-quality riddims that get attention in dance clashes. ROMEZ RECORDS has worked with many rising and established artists, helping to shape the sound of modern dancehall. Moving to the artists, kalado brings his unique style to the riddim with “Pum Pum Blessing.” Kalado is well known for hits like “Personally” and has been a strong voice in dancehall since his breakthrough with the song “Make Me Feel” in 2013. Dane Ray, who delivers “Street Smart,” is also a respected producer and artist. He gained more fame for producing Koffee’s Grammy-winning song “Lockdown” in 2020. Quip adds to the mix with “Breed Her,” bringing his own energy to the riddim. Black Russian teams up with Brandy for “Fi Real,” while Brandy also appears solo with “Fi Real — Fi Real.” These tracks add different flavors, making the riddim stand out. In 2016, 1st Crush Riddim stood tall among the heavy bashment drops. The combination of sharp engineering, ROMEZ RECORDS’ direction, and strong artists made it a favorite for selectors and fans alike.
1st Crush Tracklist:
- kalado – Pum Pum Blessing
- Dane Ray – Street Smart (Raw)
- Dane Ray – Street Smart (Clean)
- Quip – Breed Her (Raw)
- Quip – Breed Her (Clean)
- Black Russian Ft. Brandy – Fi Real (Raw)
- Black Russian Ft. Brandy – Fi Real (Clean)
- Skillibeng – Pain & Emotion (Raw)
- Skillibeng – Pain & Emotion (Clean)
- Shanti Force – Sin Time
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