Blast Dem Riddim was produced by C. Hylton, with musicians Sly.Robbie and Lenky for Monster Shack Music 1999
Blast Dem Overview
In 1999, the Blast Dem Riddim was a favorite at dancehall parties. This bashment rhythm sounded fresh and different compared to other selector’s mixes from the same time. While many riddims used similar drum patterns and samples, Blast Dem Riddim stood out with a hypnotic beat and strong energy. Selectors loved to mix it because the crowd always reacted. Spectacular’s “Blast Them” was one of the big tunes on this riddim. Spectacular is known for his energetic style and catchy hooks. His song added fire to the dance. Ghost also voiced on this riddim with “Body Guard.” Ghost is famous for his smooth vocals and hit tunes like “Lonely.” His style brought a different vibe to the mix. Monster Shack Crew, a group well known in the late 1990s, also recorded “Body Guard” on the same riddim. Monster Shack Crew helped bring more attention to the riddim with their playful lyrics and strong presence in Jamaica’s dancehall scene. The riddim was built by producer C. Hylton, with musicians Sly.Robbie and Lenky for Monster Shack Music. Sly.Robbie are legendary in reggae and dancehall for producing countless hits and shaping the sound of Jamaican music. Lenky would later become famous for creating the Diwali riddim. Their teamwork on this project made Blast Dem Riddim a standout in 1999 dancehall.
Blast Dem Tracklist:
- Spectacular – Blast Them
- Ghost – Body Guard
- Monster Shack Crew – Body Guard
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