CRUISE RIDDIM produced by CREATION MUSIC 2001
Cruise Overview
The street anthem base of the Cruise Riddim started in Jamaica in 2001. This dancehall riddim quickly became popular in dancehall sessions, thanks to its strong street flavor and smooth groove. Several artists helped make this riddim special. Jigsy King is well known in dancehall. His track “Black Mail Me” on the Cruise Riddim showed his powerful style. Jigsy King is famous for his 1990s hit “Work,” which made him a respected name in the genre. Michigan Nitty Kutchie Mr Steve brought energy with their song “Old Iron.” Their voices and lyrics gave the riddim a raw and lively feeling. Simpleton Eggnog added a catchy touch with “Superstar.” Simpleton is remembered for his 1992 hit “Coca Cola Shape,” a classic in dancehall history. Cruise contributed with “Version,” giving selectors and DJs a base to build their own mixes. Behind the scenes, CREATION MUSIC was the producer who shaped the sound of this release. CREATION MUSIC is known for working with many Jamaican artists and bringing out new talent. The label has a strong presence in dancehall, with several releases that reached local and international fans. In 2001, the Cruise Riddim was everywhere. Sound systems played it at every big dance. The mix of strong vocals and the street anthem base made it unforgettable for fans. For anyone who loves dancehall, this riddim is a true highlight from that year.
Cruise Tracklist:
- Jigsy King – Black Mail Me
- Michigan Nitty Kutchie Mr Steve – Old Iron
- Simpleton Eggnog – Superstar
- Cruise – Version
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