CRASH RIDDIM produced by GREENSLEEVES RECORDS 1999
Crash Overview
Crash Riddim brought together a strong lineup of tracks that made a big mark in 1999’s dancehall scene. The release features Alozade with “Sweet Dreams,” Beenie Man’s “In This Together,” Captain Barkey’s “I Never Dream,” Hawkeye’s “Go Rachel,” and Jack — A-Diamond with “Happy In The Rin.” Other tracks include Junior Demus’s “Panic,” Kiprich’s “Out A Luck,” Lexxus’s “I Rather Die,” Mr Vegas’s “Hes A Jiggalo,” and Mya’s “Best Of Me.” Each song rides the energetic and street-inspired Crash Riddim, which was a favorite in bashment parties that year. Alozade, known for his rough delivery, shines on “Sweet Dreams.” Beenie Man, who had already won the 2001 Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album with “Art and Life,” brings his signature style to “In This Together.” Captain Barkey, respected for his duo work with Wickerman, adds grit with “I Never Dream.” Hawkeye, with his playful lyrics, delivers “Go Rachel,” while Jack — A-Diamond keeps the mood lively with “Happy In The Rin.” Crash Riddim was produced by GREENSLEEVES RECORDS, a label with a long history in reggae and dancehall. Founded in 1977 in the UK, Greensleeves has released many classic riddims and helped bring dancehall to a global audience. Their work on this riddim helped make it a staple in 1999’s dancehall parties.
Crash Tracklist:
- Alozade – Sweet Dreams
- Beenie Man – In This Together
- Captain Barkey – I Never Dream
- Hawkeye – Go Rachel
- Jack-A-Diamond – Happy In The Rin
- Junior Demus – Panic
- Kiprich – Out A Luck
- Lexxus – I Rather Die
- Mr Vegas – Hes A Jiggalo
- Mya – Best Of Me (Remix)
- Scare Dem Crew – Bun Fassy Hole
- Sean Paul – Check It Deeply
- Various Artists – Bun It
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