ALWAYS TOGETHER / REALLY TOGETHER RIDDIM produced by PENTHOUSE RECORDS 1991
Always Together / Really Together Overview
In 1991, the roots riddim called Always Together / Really Together brought a special energy to reggae music. Produced by PENTHOUSE RECORDS, this riddim mixed deep basslines and uplifting messages, making it stand out among other cultural recordings of the early 1990s. PENTHOUSE RECORDS, founded by Donovan Germain, became one of Jamaica’s most respected reggae labels, known for working with top artists and creating hits that shaped the era. The roots riddim included songs from important artists. beres hammond delivered “respect to you baby,” showing his smooth voice and emotional style. beres hammond & tony rebel worked together on “respect & honour,” blending harmonies and positive lyrics. carlene davis sang “dream talk,” adding her soulful touch. jack radics performed “i love you,” while johnny p brought “gun talk” to the mix, each adding their own style to the riddim. Compared to other reggae releases of its time, this riddim focused on strong messages and unity. While many dancehall tracks of the early 1990s were about street life or party themes, the roots riddim kept a cultural and conscious vibe, similar to earlier roots reggae but with a modern sound. The roots selector played a key role, choosing the right versions and keeping the dance moving. These selectors helped the riddim reach audiences in dances and on radio. PENTHOUSE RECORDS’ work on this riddim helped keep reggae’s cultural roots alive in a time of change. Always Together / Really Together remains a classic, showing the power of message and music in reggae.
Always Together / Really Together Tracklist:
- beres hammond – respect to you baby
- beres hammond & tony rebel – respect & honour
- carlene davis – dream talk
- jack radics – i love you
- johnny p – gun talk
- marcia griffiths and cutty ranks – really together
- marcia griffiths ft. bunny rugs – really together
- sanchez – sanchez medley
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