Bubblin To Touch Riddim – Various Artists

A nine-track cut around a 2005 rootsy one-riddim plate, Bubblin To Touch pulls in a nicely mixed lineup that moves from veteran voices like Johnny Clarke and Sugar Minott to deeper cuts from Daweh Congo, Charlie Proverb and Nateesha Stream. The tune feels geared toward conscious reggae rather than hard-edged dancehall, with titles like “Love In The Village, ” “Touch Their Hearts” and “True Love” pointing to the uplift-heavy mood running through the sequence. Daweh Congo’s “Love In The Village” and Sugar Minott’s “True Love” give the set two of its strongest moments, while the rhythm itself keeps everything anchored in a steady, warm groove. The version closes the package out cleanly, letting the instrumental carry the same easy pulse and leaving the riddim to speak for itself.