CHRONIC RIDDIM produced by SHOCKING VIBES
Chronic Overview
Fans quickly embraced the selector’s mix of the Chronic Riddim, making it a favorite at street dances in 1995. The energetic base and clever song arrangement gave every bashment a real street vibe, and selectors loved the way the riddim kept crowds moving. Alley Cat’s “Nuh Fi War” stood out with its direct lyrics and confident delivery. Beenie Man contributed two tracks, “Defend Apache” and “Gun Finger,” showing his versatility. By this time, Beenie Man had already made a name for himself with hits like “Who Am I (Sim Simma)” and would go on to win a Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album in 2009. The pairing of Beenie Man And Silver Cat on “Chronic” added a unique blend of voices to the mix. Frisco Kid’s “More Is Open” brought his signature playful style, while Future Troubles delivered “Cant Bun In Peace,” a track that matched the riddim’s streetwise energy. Each artist brought something different, making the riddim stand out in dancehall playlists. The Chronic Riddim was produced by SHOCKING VIBES, a well-known studio and label in Jamaica’s dancehall scene. SHOCKING VIBES, founded by Patrick Roberts, played a key role in the careers of many dancehall stars, including Beenie Man. Their production style helped define the sound of mid-90s dancehall and kept this selector’s mix in heavy rotation.
Chronic Tracklist:
- Alley Cat – Nuh Fi War
- Beenie Man – Defend Apache
- Beenie Man – Gun Finger
- Beenie Man And Silver Cat – Chronic
- Frisco Kid – More Is Open
- Future Troubles – Cant Bun In Peace
- Junior Tucker – Properly Ride
- Lady G – Pretty Brown Eyes
- Lady Mackerel – Sadom And Gomarrow
- Little Kirk – Love Tonight
- Lt Stitchie – Gal A Come
- Powerman – Ratings
- Richie Stephens – Hold On
- Terry Ganzie – Nyabinghi Rise
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