Busta Beat Riddim – Shocking Vibes 1997
Busta Beat Overview
The Busta Beat Riddim bashment release from 1997 brought together some of dancehall’s most exciting voices on one rhythm. The tracklist is packed with energy: Beenie Man — Bad Mind Is Active, Daddy Screw — Your Are The Girl For Me, Devonte & Alkatraz — Everything Is Everything, Future Troubles — John Go Deh, Goofy — Mi Willing, Little Kirk & Ricky Rudie — Girls Go, Little Lenny — The Freaks, Mad Cobra — Got It Going, Oneil Shines & Bun Pan — Living The Life, and Snagga Puss — Good Hygiene. Beenie Man stands out with Bad Mind Is Active. Known as the “King of Dancehall,” Beenie Man’s career includes the Grammy-winning album “Art and Life” and the hit single “Who Am I (Sim Simma).” Daddy Screw’s Your Are The Girl For Me brings his signature party vibe. Devonte & Alkatraz team up for Everything Is Everything, adding smooth harmonies to the mix. Future Troubles, with John Go Deh, delivers a track that keeps the dance moving. Goofy, who later became known as Mr. G, brings his playful style to Mi Willing. The riddim’s production showcases the skill of the studio team. The sound is crisp and layered, with each artist given space to shine. The producer behind this release is Jeremy Harding, who is well known for creating the Diwali riddim, one of dancehall’s most influential beats. Since its release, selectors have kept Busta Beat Riddim in heavy rotation. The combination of top artists, catchy songs, and expert production made it a true yard anthem that still gets played at dances today.
Busta Beat Tracklist:
- Beenie Man – Bad Mind Is Active
- Daddy Screw – Your Are The Girl For Me
- Devonte & Alkatraz – Everything Is Everything
- Future Troubles – John Go Deh
- Goofy – Mi Willing
- Little Kirk & Ricky Rudie – Girls Go
- Little Lenny – The Freaks
- Mad Cobra – Got It Going
- Oneil Shines & Bun Pan – Living The Life
- Snagga Puss- Good Hygiene
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