ALL PURPOSE RIDDIM produced by DIGITAL B
All Purpose Overview
All Purpose Riddim came out of Jamaica in 1997, capturing the bold spirit of that time in dancehall music. This yard beat brought together strong voices from the scene, each giving their own style to the riddim. Shabba Ranks was a big name on the release. He is known for his powerful sound and for winning two Grammy Awards for Best Reggae Album in the 1990s. On this riddim, Shabba Ranks delivered "Bad Wuk," a song that shows his commanding style and energy. Sizzla also stood out with his song "No Time To Gaze." Sizzla is famous for blending conscious lyrics with hard-hitting dancehall. He is known for his album "Da Real Thing," which is one of his most successful works. "No Time To Gaze" fits well with the lively, layered beat. Spragga Benz added his own touch with "It's All About." Spragga Benz is respected for his fast lyrics and unique flow. He has worked with many artists over the years, always bringing something fresh to the dancehall sound. The producer behind All Purpose Riddim is DIGITAL B, also known as Bobby Digital. He started the Digital B label in 1987 and played a big part in shaping modern dancehall. DIGITAL B is known for hits like Garnett Silk’s "Hello Mama Africa" and for bringing digital sounds into reggae. This yard session tape is a true example of what yard music was all about in the late 1990s.
All Purpose Tracklist:
- Shabba Ranks – Bad Wuk
- Sizzla – No Time To Gaze
- Spragga Benz – It’s All About
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