Blue Hills Riddim – Circadian Riddims Productions

Blue Hills has that warm, rootical swing you’d want from a 2012 reggae riddim: steady drums, a relaxed bassline, and enough space for the singers to stretch out without crowding the groove. Circadian Riddims Productions lines up veteran weight and younger voices here, with Fred Locks bringing a gracious lift on “Give A Little Love, ” Bigga Haitian opening sharp on “Dem Do, ” and Jahriffe’s “I Of The Storm” pushing a bit more inward and reflective. There’s also a nice family feel to the set with Iya Ingi appearing twice, including the duet with Lady Lee on “Don’t Worry. ” For a debut-style compilation from the producers, it feels measured rather than flashy, more about patient craftsmanship than chasing hype. That’s the sort of riddim that sits comfortably in a catalogue and keeps its own corner of the year intact.

Blue Hills Riddim Tracklist:

1. Bigga Haitian – Dem Do
2. Fred Locks – Give A Little Love
3. Tidal – Big Up The Woman
4. Iya Ingi – Birth Place
5. Wild Life – The Glory
6. Bobo Smith – Guide And Protector
7. Jahriffe – I Of The Storm
8. Lady Lee And Iya Ingi – Dont Worry
9. Version – Blue Hills Riddim