AUTOBAN RIDDIM produced by LOCKECITY MUSIC 2015
Autoban Overview
In 2015, dancehall music was full of energy and rebellion. The selector’s choice for that year captured the wild spirit of the dancehall scene. Parties, or “bashments,” were where people showed off their moves and their style. The music was loud, the bass was heavy, and the crowd wanted something fresh. Arrangers in dancehall, known as bashment arrangers, played a big role in shaping the sound. They picked which songs would play, keeping the crowd excited and the dancefloor full. Their choices often set the tone for the night and helped new riddims become popular. LOCKECITY MUSIC was the producer behind this important release. The label had already built a name for itself by working with top artists and pushing the sound of dancehall forward. LOCKECITY MUSIC was known for clean production and catchy riddims that DJs loved to play. Their attention to melodic progression helped their riddims stand out in a crowded scene. The Autoban Riddim brought together some of the biggest names in dancehall. Beenie Man delivered “Hold Him” with his usual flair, while Bling Dawg kept things cool on “No Stress.” Iyara’s “Go Hard” added fire to the mix. D’Angel’s “Nah Lef” spoke to the women in the crowd, and K Queens’ “Stress Over Man” gave a fresh perspective. Each artist brought their own style, making the riddim a favorite at parties. This selector’s choice remains an important part of dancehall history, showing how music can capture the feeling of a time and place.
Autoban Tracklist:
- Beenie Man – Hold Him (Radio)
- Beenie Man – Hold Him (Raw)
- Bling Dawg – No Stress (Radio)
- Bling Dawg – No Stress (Raw)
- Bounty Killer Ft. Iyara & Mr Peppa – Go Hard (Radio)
- Bounty Killer Ft. Iyara & Mr Peppa – Go Hard (Raw)
- D’Angel – Nah Lef (Radio)
- D’Angel – Nah Lef (Raw)
- K Queens – Stress Over Man (Radio)
- K Queens – Stress Over Man (Raw)
- Konshens – You Make Me (Radio)
- Konshens – You Make Me (Raw)
- Lukie D – Only Promises (Radio)
- Lukie D – Only Promises (Raw)
- Melody – Lots A Girl (Radio)
- Melody – Lots A Girl (Raw)
- New Kidz (Hd] – Step (Radio)
- New Kidz (Hd] – Step (Raw)
- Stamma Tella – Position
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