Crazy Riddim 2009
Crazy Overview
If you love dancehall and sound system culture, the Crazy Riddim yard session tape is a must-listen. This release is all about the vibes that made dancehall special in 2009, but its energy still feels fresh, even in 2021. The riddim itself is built for sound systems—heavy bass, sharp drums, and a groove that makes you want to move. In the studio, the hand behind the mixing desk played a big role, blending each artist’s vocals and the riddim to create that live, bashment flow. Every voice stands out, but the riddim ties them together, just like a real sound clash. Half Pint, known for his classic hit “Greetings,” brings his signature style to “Crazy.” His delivery is smooth but powerful, and you can hear why he remains a legend in reggae and dancehall. Bling Dawg, who has worked with big names like Bounty Killer, delivers “Soft As” with a confident flow that fits the riddim perfectly. Calibe’s “My Blood” adds a new voice to the mix, showing how the tape gave rising artists a real chance to shine. Clancy Eccles Junior, son of the legendary Clancy Eccles, steps up with “Crusin,” keeping his family’s musical tradition alive. Crazy Rhythm’s “Instrumental” lets the riddim breathe, giving DJs and selectors a pure version for their sets. From the first beat to the last, this tape captures the heart of dancehall’s sound system culture, where every artist gets a moment and every listener feels the energy.
Crazy Tracklist:
- Half Pint – Crazy
- Bling Dawg – Soft As
- Calibe – My Blood
- Clancy Eccles Junior – Crusin
- Crazy Rhythm – Instrumental
- Dycr – Misinterpretation
- Monie – Fictitious
- Hawkeye – No Long Talking
- Innocent Kru – Danger
- Jana Bent – Si Mi Ya
- Lukie D – Man Like Me
- G – Roll Up
- Power Man – Thy Enemies
- Red Rose – Give It To Her
- Roots 76 – Bad Man Anthem
- Sasha – Natural High