BUBBLE GUM RIDDIM produced by GUESS WHAT? A SWEET SHOP PRODUCTION / MAFIA & FLUXY 1999
Bubble Gum Overview
Bubble Gum Riddim is a street anthem that came from Jamaica in 1999. This dancehall project set the tone for bashment music that year. The riddim was built for the dance, with catchy beats that made people want to move. Several artists made their mark on this riddim. Ganjaman brought energy with his track “No Sensi Today.” Governor Tiggy paid respect to reggae roots with “Tribute To The King Of Reggae Music.” Prento Youth’s song “Inspector Gadget” added a playful edge to the project. Governor Tyggy’s “Jezebel” showed his style and flow. Sweetie Irie, who is known for his work with Aswad and the UK garage group Gorillaz, added his voice to the riddim with “Call Me Name.” Each artist brought their own sound, making the riddim shine in different ways. The sound engineer played a big part in shaping the crisp, heavy sound that made this riddim stand out. Behind the release was producer GUESS WHAT? A SWEET SHOP PRODUCTION / MAFIA and FLUXY. Mafia & Fluxy are a well-known UK production duo, famous for their work on many reggae and dancehall hits since the 1980s. Their touch helped Bubble Gum Riddim become a selector’s favorite and a true bashment classic. In 1999, this project was a standout moment for bashment, keeping dancehall fresh and exciting.
Bubble Gum Tracklist:
- Ganjaman – No Sensi Today
- Governor Tiggy – Tribute To The King Of Reggae Music
- Prento Youth – Inspector Gadget
- Governor Tyggy – Jezebel
- Sweetie Irie – Call Me Name
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