Cyclone Riddim – Fat Eyes Records

CYCLONE RIDDIM produced by FAT EYES RECORDS 1999

Cyclone Overview

In 1999, the Cyclone Riddim from FAT EYES RECORDS became a favorite in dancehall sessions across Jamaica and beyond. The riddim’s fast, punchy beat was perfect for sound system parties, where selectors always look for tracks that get the crowd moving. With its driving bass and sharp drums, Cyclone Riddim matched the energy of the dancefloor and helped define the year’s sound. Behind the scenes, FAT EYES RECORDS played a big role. The label, co-founded by producers Dave Kelly and Colin "Bulby" York, is known for shaping modern dancehall with hits like "Bookshelf Riddim" and "Joy Ride Riddim." Their studio work on Cyclone Riddim brought together top artists and captured the raw, live feeling that sound system culture loves. Several big names voiced tracks on Cyclone. Baby Basht delivered “Pain - Cyclone,” a tune that stood out for its catchy hook. Baby Cham, known for his 2006 international hit "Ghetto Story," came strong with “Gal Nuh Worry.” Bounty Killer, a Grammy-winning dancehall legend, appears twice—once solo on “Woman A Trail Me” and again with Pinchers on “Buffalo.” Scare Dem 2 dropped “Platinum,” while Sugar Slick offered “All I Ever Want.” Together, these songs and artists made Cyclone Riddim a club classic. Its influence is still felt in dancehall sound system culture today.

Cyclone Tracklist:

1. Baby Basht-Pain – Cyclone
2. Baby Cham – Gal Nuh Worry
3. Bounty Killer & Pinchers – Buffalo
4. Bounty Killer – Woman A Trail Me
5. Scare Dem 2 – Platinum
6. Sugar Slick – All I Ever Want