5 Star General Riddim – Penthouse Records

Penthouse Records had this one moving in 1992 with Dave Kelly at the controls, and the 5 Star General rhythm sits right in that early-’90s dancehall-reggae sweet spot where the songs ride the groove without crowding it. The line-up keeps the weight on familiar voices and sharp cuts: Garnett Silk’s “Lion Heart” is the emotional center, while Sanchez, Terror Fabulous and Terry Ganzie each lean into the rhythm from different angles. There’s a strong tune-for-tune feel here, with Wayne Wonder’s “Heal The World” and Little John’s “All Over Me” giving the set a lighter edge against the tougher cuts. The original release is a 10-track Penthouse set, and later listings expanded it to include names like Buju Banton, Tony Rebel, Marcia Griffiths and Jack Radics.

5 Star General Riddim Tracklist:

1. Dave Kelly – Verison
2. Garnet Silk – Lion Heart
3. Gary Minott – Pepper Pot
4. Lenksy Don – Aids
5. Little John – All Over Me
6. Sanchez – Baby It’s Time
7. Supervisor – Follow Me To Bed
8. Terror Fabulous – Order
9. Terry Ganzie – Want The Loving
10. Wayne Wonder – Heal The World