40 CALIBER RIDDIM produced by UIM RECORDS 2009
40 Caliber Overview
UIM RECORDS is the label behind the 40 Caliber Riddim, a dancehall set from 2009 that captured the rebellious spirit of its era. UIM RECORDS, founded by Anju Blaxx, is known for shaping modern dancehall with crisp production and a strong sense of rhythm. The label has worked with many top Jamaican artists and has helped push the sound of dancehall forward in the late 2000s and 2010s. The 40 Caliber Riddim brought together a group of artists who each brought their own style to the project. Black Diamond And Frenswork stand out with "That Girl," a song that shows off their smooth flow and catchy hooks. Nathel delivers "Inna The Club," keeping the energy high and the vibe lively. Wissy Wassy’s "Shoot Everything" adds a raw edge, fitting well with the tough, streetwise tone of the riddim. Venam’s "Drive By" and Iyara’s "Fisher Man" add more layers to the set. Iyara is well known for his work with Bounty Killer and his place in the Alliance crew, which helped him gain respect in the dancehall world. Each artist on this riddim brings something unique, but they all fit together under UIM RECORDS’ tight production. The studio work on this riddim is sharp and direct, with beats built for the dancefloor. UIM RECORDS’ touch gives the set a strong identity and keeps it true to the core of dancehall. The 40 Caliber Riddim remains one of the pure dancehall sounds of 2009, still remembered by fans today.
40 Caliber Tracklist:
- Black Diamond And Frenswork – That Girl
- Nathel – Inna The Club
- Wissy Wassy – Shoot Everything (Aliiance Iyara Chino Munga And Others Diss)
- Venam – Drive By
- Iyara – Fisher Man (Wissy Wassy And Empire Diss)
- Roach – Kill Dem Kill Dem (Empire Diss)
- Embee – Wine Up Yuh Ass Fast
- Gick Wack – Them A Informa
- Deva Bratt – Break Over (Empire Diss)
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