JAH LOVE RIDDIM produced by BARAKA FOUNDATION 2001 Tracklist: Yami Bolo – Praises (Intro) Yami…
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Renowned singer, songwriter, musician, and producer Sugar Minott, born as Lincoln Barrington Minott in Kingston, Jamaica. He was born on May 25th 1956 and died July 10th 2010. He played a pivotal role in pioneering the development of reggae music. His immersion in the reggae scene began in his formative years, growing up near a dancehall where the best sounds of the time resonated.
Exposure to this vibrant environment inspired Minott to build a musical repertoire, leading him to participate in talent contests such as the one organized by the Little Theatre Company. Upon completing his education, he ventured into the music industry, selling records and performing with the sound system known as Sound of Silence Keytone.
Minott eventually established his own sound system named Black Roots, which later gave rise to the creation of Youthman Promotion. In 1969, he collaborated with Tony Tuff and Derrick Howard to form the group the African Brothers. Tony served as the lead singer, and the group recorded for Micron Music under the management of Mick Johnson and Ronny Burke, known for their association with Sunsplash.
The African Brothers also worked with other notable producers, including Keith Weston, Winston “Marrytone” Blake, Rupie Edwards, and Coxsone Dodd. Despite producing tracks like “Lead us father,” “Mystery of nature,” “Party time,” and “Righteous kingdom,” the group faced challenges due to the strong cultural content of their lyrics. This led to the decision to pursue individual careers.
In 1974, Sugar Minott joined forces with acclaimed producer Coxsone Dodd of “Studio One.” His initial hits for Studio One, including “Vanity,” “Mr. DC,” “House is not a Home,” and “Hang on Natty,” marked the beginning of his solo career and resulted in his first solo album, “Live Loving.”
In 1979, Minott departed from Studio One to establish his own label, “Black Roots,” laying the groundwork for the Youth Promotion crew. This venture saw the recording of artists like Little John, Triston Palmer, Barry Brown, and Tony Tuff.
Youth Promotion, originating in the Maxfield Park area of Kingston, Jamaica, emerged as a prominent Ghetto sound, providing an outlet for local youths to showcase their talents. Founded by Sugar Minott, the sound system became a platform for artists such as Junior Reid, Yami Bolo, Don Angelo, the late Tenor Saw, Nitty Gritty, and Garnet Silk, who made his debut recording for the Black Roots Label. The list of artists associated with Youthman Promotion includes Tony Rebel, Colorman, Daddy Freddie, Johnny Osbourne, Steve “Shalom” Harper, and numerous others who contributed to its dominance in the Dancehall scene.
SELAH RIDDIM produced by YARDIE INTERNATIONAL 2001 Tracklist: Sugar Minott & Bounty Killer – Dem…
BOBO DREAD RIDDIM produced by J.R. PRODUCTIONS 2001 Tracklist: Angie Angel – Judgement Anthony Williams…
NEED TO BE FED RIDDIM Tracklist: Enforcer – Soldiers Need To Be Fed Need To…
FLY DE GATE AKA SMILE RIDDIM produced by STAR TRAIL 1993 Tracklist Apache Girl -…
ROCKFORT ROCK RIDDIM produced by STEELIE & CLEVIE 1993 Tracklist: Junior Tucker – Under My…
YOUTH PROMOTION / COME AGAIN RIDDIM produced by BLANK 1992 Tracklist: Blacka T – Trouble…
SCULL RIDDIM produced by RUN THINGS RECORDS 1999 Tracklist: Baby Demus – Put Dung The…
No Vacancy Riddim produced by Boot Camp Records 2010 Trackist: Cocoa Tea – Cycle Colin…
Home Sweet Home Riddim produced by Swallow Bird Productions 2010 Tracklist: Almidon – Set Away…
BIGGER BOSS RIDDIM produced by ARROWS RECORDS 1998 Tracklist: Dennis Brown – Two Side To…
50 Pound Riddim produced by Loud Disturbance 2010 Tracklist: Admiral Tibett – Mr. Landlord Chuck…
STUKIE RIDDIM produced by QQ & FRIENDS 2011 Tracklist: Anthony B – Dont Do It…
TIME TABLE RIDDIM produced by MUSIC SIGNAL RECORDS 2013 Tracklist: Sugar Minott – Better Days…
LOVERS RACE RIDDIM produced by FIRE LINKS RECORDS 2005 Tracklist: Anthony Cruz – Like A…
BUBBLIN TO TOUCH RIDDIM produced by VARIOUS ARTISTS 2005 Tracklist: Charlie Proverb – Pay Day…
BANDELERO RIDDIM produced by JAMMYS RECORDS 1991 Tracklist: Pinchers – Bandelero Admiral Bailey – Chatty…
HENRY THE GREAT RIDDIM produced by BLACK ROOTS 1973-198x Tracklist: Nitty Gritty – Smile A…
ADDICTED TO YOUR LOVE RIDDIM produced by KING JAMMYS RECORDS 1989 Tracklist: Al Campbell -…
BLACK ROSES RIDDIM produced by TAD’S INTERNATIONAL 2006 Tracklist: Anthony B – Reggae Gone Pon…
STUCKIE RIDDIM ? SUPER LOVE MUSIC 2006 Tracklist: Delly Ranks – For The Poor Fantan…
CANT STOP US NOW RIDDIM produced by THOMPSON SOUND 2004 Tracklist: Anthony Johnson – Africa…
PRESSURE and SLIDE RIDDIM 1986-2007 – VARIOUS PRODUCERS Riddim Artists: Ashman – No Love Truck…
RASTA LOVER RIDDIM produced by EVERYTHING NATURAL MUZIK 2016 Tracklist: Michael Palmer – Don’T Switch…
RIDDIM DOUBLES – VPAL MUSIC 2016 Tracklist: Sugar Minotti – True Love Yami Bolo -…
SLEEPLESS NIGHTS RIDDIM produced by MORE LIFE MUSIC | VPAL MUSIC 2016 Tracklist: Fya Rose…
BAD TREATMENT RIDDIM produced by TAXI RECORDS 2008 Tracklist: Anthony B – Want Me Bounty…