Each One Riddim – Soulfood Records

By 2014, reggae riddim projects were still thriving on the strength of sturdy one-drop patterns and roots-minded vocals, and Soulfood Records tapped neatly into that moment with Each One Riddim. The set leans on a mellow but insistent foundation that gives room for singers like Anthony Que on “Conquering Lion, ” Lyricson on “Jah Will Never Give A Man, ” and Olivia Flowers on “The Light” to stretch out with uplift and conviction, while Anthony John’s “Bloodline” and Black’Ali’s “Children Of Revolution” keep the message sharp. What gives the release its shape is the way each voice rides the same framework differently, turning a single riddim into a small showcase of roots interpretation rather than just a stack of versions. The package runs eight tracks in all, ending with the “Each One Version” cut.