Bad Reputation Riddim – E5 Records

Bad Reputation Riddim (E5 Records, 2010) is a tight seven-track dancehall set built for singalong and soundboy-friendly clashes, with the instrumental of the riddim laid in alongside versions from a mix of street and radio staples. Agent Sasco leads with Self Defence, Bugle turns in Give Thanks, and Chase Cross matches the theme on Friends And Foe, while Erup delivers Beat Dem and Versatile rounds it out with Mama Say. The standout centerpiece is Vybz Kartel, taking the title with Bad Reputation, giving the riddim its biggest hook and most recognizable delivery. E5 Records keeps the project structured around one core riddim pocket, so each artist lands on the same groove for a cohesive, lineup-style listen.

Bad Reputation Riddim Tracklist:

1. Agent Sasco – Self Defence
2. Bad Reputation Riddim – Instrumental
3. Bugle – Give Thanks
4. Chase Cross – Friends And Foe
5. Erup – Beat Dem
6. Versatile – Mama Say
7. Vybz Kartel – Bad Reputation