BLACKOUT RIDDIM produced by BLACK HOUSE RECORDS 2004 (GREENSLEEVES RHYTHM ALBUM #52)
Blackout Overview
Today, the Blackout Riddim is remembered as a true yard anthem, still played at parties and dances across Jamaica and beyond. Its infectious beat and high-energy vibe made it a favorite for both selectors and fans, helping to define the sound of early 2000s dancehall. The riddim’s popularity has lasted for years, with many people recalling the excitement it brought to dance floors. A big part of the Blackout Riddim’s success came from the artists who voiced it. Vybz Kartel stood out with two strong tracks, "Picture This" and "Real Deal," each showing his lyrical skill and unique style. Sizzla’s "Wrath" delivered powerful energy, while Kid Kurupt’s "Something Wrong" added a fresh voice to the mix. Bounty Killer’s "Anthem" lived up to its name, giving the riddim a commanding presence. Elephant Man kept the momentum high with "Doing It Right," a song made for dancing. Other standout tracks included Sean Paul’s "Bounce It Right There," Wayne Marshall’s "Smoking Up," Buccaneer’s "Gi Mi Some More," and Bling Dawg’s "Dicky Dicky Love." Each artist brought their own flavor, making the riddim a true showcase of top dancehall talent. Behind the scenes, BLACK HOUSE RECORDS produced the riddim. Known for their work in the early 2000s, the label helped shape dancehall’s sound with projects like this. Their production on Blackout Riddim stood out for its quality and dancefloor appeal. The Blackout Riddim remains a key chapter in dancehall history, showing how a single riddim can unite artists and fans alike.
Blackout Tracklist:
- Vybz Kartel – Picture This
- Sizzla – Wrath
- Kid Kurupt – Something Wrong
- Bounty Killer – Anthem
- Elephant Man – Doing It Right
- Sean Paul – Bounce It Right There
- Wayne Marshall – Smoking Up
- Vybz Kartel – Real Deal
- Buccaneer – Gi Mi Some More
- Bling Dawg – Dicky Dicky Love
- Nicky B – It’S On
- Looga Man – Gal Yuh Hot
- Tami Chin – I
- Ward 21 – Money Time
- Da’Ville – Sooner Or Later
- Busy Signal – There I Go
- Shez – I Need You
- Jagwa – Wuk Gyal
- Sanjay – Hush
- Red Rat – Wine Yuh Gal
- Black House (Buccaneer & Blaxxx) – Blackout Rhythm Version
- Mossy Kid – Caan Home (Came Home)
- Determine – Star Shaker
- Reagan – Come Again
- Frisco Kid – Stand Guard
- Danny English – Panty Size
- Zerby – Where Ya Get It From
- Septentrional Crew – Ratasinger
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